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As a student in Castleton’s Exercise & Sports Science program, you’ll gain experience in a diverse field of study that will prepare you for a successful career in clinical, corporate, community, or commercial settings. Graduates of the program take steps to pursue graduate studies in related fields.
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As a graduate of Castleton’s Exercise & Sports Science program, you’ll be prepared for careers in strength and conditioning, physical or occupational therapy, cardiac or pulmonary rehabilitation, nutrition, chiropractic medicine, and more. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 11% career growth for exercise physiologists from 2019 through 2029.
Other examples of careers you can get with an Exercise & Sports Science degree include:
As a student in our Exercise & Sports Science program, you will take courses on a variety of topics intended to develop your knowledge and skillset including administering tests and interpreting results, instructing patients, clients and athletes to the proper procedures for performing self-administered fitness tests and assessing their readiness for physical activity, and more.
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Castleton is home to state-of-the-art Exercise & Sports Science facilities, featuring ultra-modern technology that provides you the opportunity to apply what you have learned in the classroom and gain valuable hands-on experience.
Castleton’s facilities include:
Your professors bring a wealth of knowledge and experience from years of working as professionals in the field, including as a former physiologist for the U.S. Ski Team. As a student in Castleton’s Exercise & Sports Science, you’ll enjoy small classes and personal connections with professors who are ready to help connect you with internship and career opportunities.