Bachelor of Science - Exercise and Sport Science

The exercise and sport science major is fully accredited by the Commission on accreditation of Allied Health Education programs (CAAHEP). St. Kate's is one of the few programs in the Midwest and the only one in the state of Minnesota that has attained this accreditation. The St. Kate's exercise and sport science major will help build a practical framework for careers in a variety of settings and serve as preparation for continued education at the graduate level. Students will learn about exercise physiology, exercise testing and prescription, biomechanics, sports medicine, performance analysis, and behavioral health. Women's health and wellness issues are now moving to the forefront of research, education and practice. As a women's institution, St. Kate's is on the leading edge of this trend.

A major in exercise and sport science can prepare students for careers in physical therapy, occupational therapy, physicians' assistant, nutrition, health promotion, fitness consulting, cardiac rehabilitation, coaching, research, athletic training, sporting equipment design/sales, sports psychology, and corporate fitness and wellness. 

During the spring semester, exercise and sport science majors have the chance to work as personal trainers. This 10-week experience, part of the EXSS 3550 Exercise Testing and Prescription with Lab course, includes conducting fitness assessments and exercise testing, and prescribing an exercise regime for participating faculty and staff members.