Exercise Science
Is maintaining a healthy lifestyle a priority for you? Maybe you've been interested in sports and athletics your whole life and you're looking for a way to integrate it into a rewarding career.
Go for gold and study exercise science at Harford. You'll learn how to help people live healthier lifestyles, improve their physical fitness, and reduce their risk of injury and disease. You can help people live longer, happier lives.
At Harford Community College, we offer an exercise science degree that can prepare you for transfer to a four-year institution to complete your bachelor's degree and/or help you enter the workforce upon graduation.
Program Overview
Associate of Science
Certificate
NO. OF CREDITS
Associate of Science: 60
Certificate: 19
Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
Harford's small, student-centered, and flexible learning class options are the ideal learning environment for your exercise science studies.
WHAT KIND OF COURSES CAN I EXPECT TO TAKE?
Develop a strong background in exercise sciences through required courses and electives like these at Harford:
- INTRODUCTION TO EXERCISE SCIENCE
CONTEMPORARY HEALTH ISSUES
FITNESS ASSESSMENT AND PROGRAM DESIGN
FITNESS INSTRUCTION
ADVANCED WEIGHT TRAINING
EXERCISE SCIENCE INTERNSHIP
WHAT CAN I DO WHEN I COMPLETE THIS PROGRAM?
With a degree in exercise science at Harford, you can prepare for transfer to a four-year institution to complete your bachelor's degree. You can also qualify to take the NCCA personal training certification exam which is recognized as the gold standard in the fitness industry.
Top Transfer Destinations
- University of Maryland
- Towson University
- Salisbury University
- Frostburg University
Potential Careers
- Personal Trainer
- Group Exercise Leader
- Health Club Professional
- Community Health Leader
- Physical Therapy
- Strength and Conditioning Coach
- Athletic Training
- Exercise Physiologist
WHO TEACHES THIS PROGRAM?
At Harford, our award-winning full-time and adjunct faculty bring a wealth of industry and classroom experience to professionally mentor and guide you through your program.
HOW DO I GET STARTED?
You've taken your first step into a larger world of possibility for you and your future. Now is the time! Reach out and apply, request more information, or visit our campus.