The Exercise Science program provides a strong science-based foundation to effectively prepare students to transfer to a four-year university in a health, fitness, or nutrition-related discipline. With an emphasis on empowering and educating individuals to improve their overall health and well-being through physical activity and healthful nutrition, this program offers flexible course selection and multiple degree options designed to prepare students for a variety of career paths.
The Exercise Science Program also offers an ever increasing Athletics Program of Women's Soccer and Water Polo, as well as Men's Basketball and Volleyball. More athletic programs are planned for the near future! For more information visit MiramarJets.com!
Program Emphasis
The Exercise Science program offers a variety of activity courses. Facilities include a state-of-the-art fitness center, fieldhouse gymnasium, and classrooms in addition to facilities that include a 32-acre complex of fields for softball, soccer, sand volleyball, and tennis. The program also offers classes in a three-pool aquatic complex. Lower division theory courses provide the curricular foundation necessary to complete university transfer requirements and earn a transfer-related associate degree. The Fitness Specialist certificate trains students as group exercise leaders and personal trainers. In addition, an intercollegiate program offers performance-oriented students opportunities for intercollegiate competition.
Student Learning Outcomes
Students who complete the Exercise Science program will be able to:
- Transfer into a Kinesiology (or related) program of study at a four-year institution.
- Explain the research-supported physiological and psychological benefits of physical activity.
- Describe and apply current nutritional guidelines to enhance physical health and well-being.
- Exhibit theoretical comprehension and competence in all health, exercise science, and nutrition discipline courses.
