Understand how our bodies react to exercise, and use that knowledge to train others—it's a pathway to a host of health careers.

Why Exercise Science at Andrews

Can you see yourself as a ACSM Certified Personal Trainer (ACSM CPT)?

Careers in Exercise Science

Exercise Physiologist Physical Therapist Personal Trainer Wellness professional Strength and Conditioning Coach Public Health Massage Therapist Physician Athletic Training Cardiac Rehabilitation Exercise Physiologist Physical Therapist Personal Trainer Wellness professional Strength and Conditioning Coach Public Health Massage Therapist Physician Athletic Training Cardiac Rehabilitation Exercise Physiologist Physical Therapist Personal Trainer Wellness professional Strength and Conditioning Coach Public Health Massage Therapist Physician Athletic Training Cardiac Rehabilitation Exercise Physiologist Physical Therapist Personal Trainer Wellness professional Strength and Conditioning Coach Public Health Massage Therapist Physician Athletic Training Cardiac Rehabilitation Exercise Physiologist Physical Therapist Personal Trainer Wellness professional Strength and Conditioning Coach Public Health Massage Therapist Physician Athletic Training Cardiac Rehabilitation Exercise Physiologist Physical Therapist Personal Trainer Wellness professional Strength and Conditioning Coach Public Health Massage Therapist Physician Athletic Training Cardiac Rehabilitation Exercise Physiologist Physical Therapist Personal Trainer Wellness professional Strength and Conditioning Coach Public Health Massage Therapist Physician Athletic Training Cardiac Rehabilitation Exercise Physiologist Physical Therapist Personal Trainer Wellness professional Strength and Conditioning Coach Public Health Massage Therapist Physician Athletic Training Cardiac Rehabilitation Exercise Physiologist Physical Therapist Personal Trainer Wellness professional Strength and Conditioning Coach Public Health Massage Therapist Physician Athletic Training Cardiac Rehabilitation Exercise Physiologist Physical Therapist Personal Trainer Wellness professional Strength and Conditioning Coach Public Health Massage Therapist Physician Athletic Training Cardiac Rehabilitation Exercise Physiologist Physical Therapist Personal Trainer Wellness professional Strength and Conditioning Coach Public Health Massage Therapist Physician Athletic Training Cardiac Rehabilitation Exercise Physiologist Physical Therapist Personal Trainer Wellness professional Strength and Conditioning Coach Public Health Massage Therapist Physician Athletic Training Cardiac Rehabilitation Exercise Physiologist Physical Therapist Personal Trainer Wellness professional Strength and Conditioning Coach Public Health Massage Therapist Physician Athletic Training Cardiac Rehabilitation Exercise Physiologist Physical Therapist Personal Trainer Wellness professional Strength and Conditioning Coach Public Health Massage Therapist Physician Athletic Training Cardiac Rehabilitation Exercise Physiologist Physical Therapist Personal Trainer Wellness professional Strength and Conditioning Coach Public Health Massage Therapist Physician Athletic Training Cardiac Rehabilitation
Fitness professionals work in various settings: health clubs, hospitals, resorts, businesses, you name it! Become a personal trainer, health coach, wellness director, weight management consultant and more. A degree is also your first step towards graduate education in fields like occupational and physical therapy.

Annual Salaries

Exercise Physiologist
$50,280
Fitness Trainer and Instructor
$40,510
Physical Therapist's Assistant
$49,970
Physical Therapist (doctoral degree)
$91,010

U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2021

Successful Andrews Alumni

Or even a ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist (ACSM EP-C)

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We offer classes like Anatomy & Physiology, Methods of Fitness Instruction, Nutrition, and, of course, Fitness. You'll get to practice personal training techniques with classmates and learn the physiology behind exercise. We will also prepare you to take certification tests to become an ACSM Certified Personal Trainer and ACSM Health and Fitness Specialist.