Kinesiology, B.S., Exercise Specialist Concentration

The Kinesiology Exercise Specialist (ES) concentration is designed for students interested in exercise physiology, fitness instruction, strength training and conditioning, sports coaching, and wellness coaching. The concentration also readies students interested in master’s and doctoral graduate programs in areas related to health, wellness, and physical activities, e.g., exercise physiology, physical activity pedagogy, and sport and exercise psychology. Such terminal degree programs prepare students to teach and research at the collegiate level.

Program Distinctions

• Students have the opportunity to prepare for multiple disciplinary-related certification exams required for strength training and conditioning positions at the Division I and professional levels. These include the National Strength and Conditioning Association’s Certified Strength Conditioning Specialist exam and the American College of Sports Medicine Certified Exercise Physiologist exam.

The Student Experience

• Students take 12 hours of concentration-specific coursework, including courses on exercise testing, assessment, and prescription, and an internship preparation course.
• Students will complete an internship, which may include assisting in the UNCG Hope (Helping Others Participate in Exercise) program.

After Graduation

• Potential career paths include:
  • Strength and Conditioning Coach
  • Exercise Physiologist
  • Sport Coach
  • Fitness Instructor
  • Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Specialist
  • Health Club Director
  • Community Youth Sport Program Director
  • College Professor

Apply to Program

• https://admissions.uncg.edu/admissions/apply/