An OC graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition and Exercise Science will:

  • Demonstrate active Christian faith through service, fellowship, and engagement.
  • Exhibit a breadth of knowledge with regard to nutrition and exercise science by displaying competency via both oral and standardized check-point exams.
  • Be able to identify and utilize evidence-based, reputable, and reliable sources of health information.
  • Be able to determine which tests and markers are best used to assess an individual's health status, as well as the physiological rationale for these tests and markers.
  • Students will be able to recognize health issues or other problems in the world around them and formulate an evidence-based strategy to address and improve/resolve the issues.
  • Possess the ability to deliver nutrition and exercise information to health professionals, as well as the general public, via both personal conversation and professional presentation.
  • Students will be equipped to help others, both domestically and internationally, prevent and manage health problems that are related to nutrition and exercise.

    • Students must complete a minimum of 126 hours including the major, core, and minor if required. Elective hours may be needed to reach 126 hours.