Exercise Science

This satellite program with the Universities at Shady Grove provides students across the bay access to our top-notch program.

The primary role of the CoAES is to establish standards and guidelines for academic programs that facilitate the preparation of students seeking employment in the health, fitness, and exercise industry. The secondary role of the CoAES is to establish and implement a process of self-study, review, and recommendation for all programs seeking CAAHEP accreditation.

CoAES Website

During the 2020-2021 academic year, our Exercise Science Program reported a 83% retention rate* and had a graduate placement rate of 81%**.

* The 83% retention rate reported is based on the constantly varying numbers of Exercise Science students in our program. Students are not formally admitted to the Exercise Science Program. They may declare Exercise Science as a major once they are accepted to the university, and at any time during the semesters.

** Several of our graduates secured employment in areas outside of Exercise Science (e.g., law-enforcement, military, etc.), which is often the career choices of these students from the time they begin in the Exercise Science program.

EIM is a collaboration of different departments and individuals united in the EIM initiative which strives to promote that exercise IS medicine.

The NSCA Education Recognition Program (ERP) recognizes and distinguishes schools with standardized, approved strength and conditioning or personal training curricula in undergraduate and graduate settings designed to prepare students for the NSCA-Certified Personal Trainer® (NSCA-CPT®) and NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist® (CSCS®) certifications.

Get involved with other exercise science students through these organizations:

• Exercise Science Club – Contact Brent Fedorko for details.
• Exercise Is Medicine – Contact Lisa Marquette for details.
• Laboratory for Human Performance – Contact Scott Mazzetti for details.
• Exercise Science Journal Club – Contact Tim Werner for details.
• Barbell Club – Contact Scott Mazzetti for details.

Here are the steps you need to take:

1. Join Remind Text app by sending message @exscintern to 81010
2. Application survey for Internship: (Due May 1 for Summer and Fall interns, Nov.1 for Winter and Spring interns)
   
   • You will be auto enrolled in the credit amount selected in the application and further communication from your Internship Coordinator will be made.
3. Site Agreement Form completed by your internship site
4. Internship Site information Survey: (Due May 1 for Summer and Fall interns, Nov.1 for Winter and Spring interns)
5. Ensure your CPR certification is current through the end date of your internship (American Heart Association or American Red cross ONLY)
6. Confirm all University required immunization records are satisfied in your Student Health Portal.
   • Confirm all information is current within the last 12 months for your PPD/ TDAP screening on your Student Health Portal
   • Complete a yearly physical exam and have the Physical Exam Verification form completed by your provider.

**You will submit your Site agreement form, CPR card, and Physical Exam verification form on the course Canvas page: available 1 month prior to semester start.

For text updates and reminders, future interns can text @exscintern to 81010 to receive updated information and reminders regarding upcoming Internship Information and Meeting dates and times.

Through our partnership with Global Experiences, an organization that specializes in internships abroad, you could gain invaluable work and international travel experience. Contact Ms. Heather Mazzetti for further information.