Accreditation
The University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Kinesiology (BS)
Description
The University offers a bachelor of science (BS) in exercise science.
The Exercise Science Program is designed specifically to prepare students for careers as personal trainer, exercise physiologist, strength coach, cardiac rehabilitation, and more. Many students continue their education with post-graduate study in allied health areas (medical school, physician's assistant, physical therapy, occupational therapy, athletic training, and chiropractor) or within the field (exercise physiology, biomechanics, sports psychology).
Coursework in the major provides a cross-discipline choice of courses to meet each student's career interests, including study in the following areas:
- Human physiology
- Kinesiology
- Physiology of exercise
- Foundations of conditioning
Minors are available in coaching, dance, strength and conditioning, or other fields of students' interest.
The program offers opportunities for on-site learning, with the internship as the culminating experience. Opportunities for laboratory experience are offered in physiology, biomechanics, graded exercise testing and prescription, and sports activity. Instruction is centered in the 230,000-square-foot Health and Human Services Building.
Numerous opportunities exist in Terre Haute and the surrounding area for students to volunteer with children and adults as coaches, instructors, and mentors. These include the local hospitals, clinics, fitness facilities, and the school corporations.
Exercise Science offers one-on-one advising to help ensure that students are taking the right courses to prepare for whichever career most interests them. Whether students are going straight into the exercise science profession or planning to go on to a graduate program, Indiana State's Exercise Science major prepares students for success.
Required Courses
Careers
Exercise science graduates will find a growing demand for their skills and talents in a variety of movement and fitness-based activity settings.
Career opportunities include the following:
- Clinical exercise instructor
- Health fitness instructor/leader in corporate or hospital settings and in public or private fitness centers
- Personal trainer
- Professional positions in the business of exercise/wellness
- Strength and conditioning coach
- Post-graduate education
Many students continue their education with post-graduate study in allied health areas (medical school, physician's assistant, physical therapy, chiropractor), or within the field (exercise physiology, biomechanics, sports psychology).
In addition, the Exercise Science Program is accredited by the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Students have many sources of financial support for their studies, including financial aid, work-study programs, veterans' benefits, and special scholarships for entering freshmen and transfer students.
In addition, the Department of Kinesiology, Recreation, and Sport offers a variety of scholarships.
Further Information
Prospective students should contact the Office of Admissions for further information and assistance.
Currently enrolled students should contact the following:
Department of Kinesiology, Recreation, and Sport
Indiana State University
812-237-4955
The Graduate Catalog and Undergraduate Catalog of Indiana State University are the documents of authority for all students. The requirements given in the catalogs supersede information issued by any academic department, program, college, or school. The University reserves the right to change the requirements at any time.
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Contact
Prospective students should contact the Office of Admissions for further information and assistance.
Currently enrolled students should contact the following:
Department of Kinesiology, Recreation, and Sport
Indiana State University
812-237-4955