What You'll Learn
Calvin University’s online Master’s in Exercise Science program delivers the skills you need to help individuals maximize, restore, and renew the body, mind, and spirit. From rehabilitation to peak athletic performance to athletic administration, explore the science of movement with an online Master of Science in Exercise Science degree from Calvin University.
What Makes This Program Great
- Flexible online format with 8-week terms
- Choose from two concentration options: Health and Exercise Rehabilitation or Performance and Sport Science
- Prepare for industry certification
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- Total estimated tuition, not including fees: $20,190
- Affordable tuition
- No GRE required for admission
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What You’ll Learn
Once you complete the online Master’s in Exercise Science program, you’ll be able to:
- Perform activities of comprehensive health and fitness assessment including risk assessment, readiness, and health-related physical fitness status.
- Create and advocate access to appropriate, safe, and effective exercise prescriptions for elite, healthy, at-risk, and diseased individuals.
- Apply exercise counseling and behavioral strategies to optimize adoption, adherence, and maintenance of healthy lifestyle behaviors.
- Develop ethical and legal practices in the management, administration, and leadership of programs in sport and exercise science.
- Develop a research study in exercise science.
- Develop your Christian perspective and philosophy of faith integration in exercise science.
Improve Your Career
Designed for practitioners in the field, Calvin University’s online Master’s in Exercise Science program will prepare you for advancement in your career. As a student, you’ll learn from industry experts and graduate fully prepared for a variety of rewarding exercise science career options.
Research published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows a growing need for professionals in the exercise science field, with some positions growing as fast as 10%. At this rate, more than 59,000 new exercise science career options will be available by 2029.
Advance in a Rewarding Career
Additional exercise science career options include:
- Athletic facilities director
- Athlete manager
- Business owner
- Cardiac rehab exercise
- Coaching
- Professor and researcher
- Hospital-based health coach
- Strength and conditioning coach
- Sports management
Median pay in 2023 for careers in exercise science, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics:
Athletic trainers
Exercise physiologists
Dieticians and nutritionists
Choose From Two Concentrations
The online Master’s in Exercise Science program offers a selection of two career-focused concentrations designed to increase your professional potential.
You’ll complete seven exercise science core courses and two concentration-specific courses.
Health and Exercise Rehabilitation Concentration
Prepare for a career that helps individuals develop achievable goals and maintain healthy lifestyle changes.
A study conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in 2018 revealed that 42.4% of adults in the United States are obese. With nearly half of the population facing obesity and its accompanying health issues, such as heart disease and diabetes, there is a growing need for professionals.
Curriculum: Christian-Based Instruction from Expert Educators
You’ll complete seven exercise science core courses and two concentration-specific courses that include instruction on cardiac rehabilitation, clinical exercise physiology, and more.
Course Spotlight
KIN 515 Principles of Cardiac Rehabilitation
In this course, students will examine models of cardiac rehabilitation program delivery from inpatient to post-rehabilitation care. Cardiac disease patients and special demographic populations will be studied, including modifiable lifestyle practices such as nutrition and physical activity, cardiovascular risk factors, behavior modification, program adherence, and management of potential emergencies. Students will gain skills in administrative and managerial procedures, program assessment, and case management.
KIN 545 Clinical Exercise Physiology
In this course, students will study the clinical aspects of exercise physiology including fundamental knowledge of disease-specific pathology and treatment guidelines. Exercise testing and training principles for patients with chronic diseases and disabilities will be examined, including metabolic, respiratory, immune, neuromuscular, and bone and joint disorders. Special populations studied will include children, elderly, and pregnant and post-partum women.
Performance and Sport Science Concentration
Combine essential physiology education with the skills it takes to impact the performance of diverse athletes.
Through instruction on advanced strength and tactical conditioning, the program delivers the expertise and credential required to sit for National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) exams and advance your career as a certified exercise science professional. You’ll graduate prepared for exams like
- Tactical Strength and Conditioning Facilitator (TSAC-F) certificate
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) exam
- The upcoming Certified Performance and Sport Scientist (CPSS) certification
Curriculum: Career-Focused Education for Certified Success
You’ll complete seven exercise science core courses and two concentration-specific courses that include instruction on injury prevention, sport psychology, and more.
Course Spotlight
KIN 528 Advanced Strength and Tactical Conditioning
In this course, students will apply scientific knowledge to train individuals for the primary goal of improving athletic and job performance. They will design sport-specific testing sessions, implement safe and effective strength training and conditioning programs, and integrate general guidance regarding nutrition and injury prevention. Students will also learn to how to design and facilitate strength training programs to increase the performance, readiness, and longevity of tactical professionals while decreasing the likelihood of fitness-related injuries.
KIN 530 Injury Prevention and Return to Play
In this course, students will apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology, motor learning, functional movement, and strength and conditioning to injury prevention and return to play and activity. Students will learn how to identify individuals and situations which contribute toward higher risk of injury, as well as design appropriate training and conditioning programs for prevention and mitigation.
How to Apply
Admission Requirements
- Degree and Minimum GPA: Bachelor’s degree in allied health, exercise science, health promotion, psychology, sports management, or related wellness area from a regionally accredited college or university with a minimum 2.8 GPA.
- Transcripts: Applicants must submit an official transcript from the institution that granted their bachelor’s degree as well as unofficial transcripts from any other credit-granting institution. An official transcript is also required for any graduate work an applicant would like considered for transfer credit. Transcripts must demonstrate a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8 on a 4.0 scale.
- Official GMAT/GRE: Not required
- Additional Requirements: A personal statement, two letters of recommendation and a resume must be submitted.
Your Support Network
Faculty members care deeply for student success and invest time building personal relationships and understanding students’ needs. They are passionate about their fields and are committed to helping every student succeed academically and professionally.
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FAQ
Yes. The online Master’s in Exercise Science program offers both part- and full-time options.
Yes. This program accepts transfer credit with program director approval.
Yes. You may choose from concentrations in health and exercise rehabilitation, and performance and sport science. Students can also pursue more than one concentration.
Courses in the program were designed by mostly tenured professors and will be taught by a combination of full-time and adjunct faculty who are experts in the field.
Students are responsible for purchasing their textbooks and required materials. Consider these costs when budgeting for your education.