The Exercise Science and Wellness curriculum follow the guidelines of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE). Students are encouraged to earn ACSM certification as a Health Fitness Specialist or Clinical Exercise Specialist, or Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist from the National Strength and Conditioning Association.

The Exercise Science Program of study prepares individuals for careers in preventive and rehabilitative exercise and wellness programs in settings such as hospitals, government agencies, and fitness and corporate wellness centers. Some students pursue graduate or professional degrees in such allied health areas as physical therapy, occupational therapy, medicine, exercise science, physiology and biomedical sciences.