EXERCISE SCIENCE

Bachelor of Science

The B.S. in Exercise Science (BSES) helps students fulfill future graduate degree requirements, alongside a gospel-infused curriculum that integrates their personal faith with discipline-based knowledge related to health, human performance, and capability. This program is designed to benefit students who are desiring to pursue careers and graduate programs in clinical fields such as cardiac rehab, occupational therapy, physical therapy, sport medicine, chiropractic, exercise physiology, and athletic training.

Pending Approval for Veterans Education Benefits in Portland, OR.

52 UNITS

15 WEEK SEMESTERS

ROCKLIN & PORTLAND CAMPUSES

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

With the impact of COVID-19, the clinical field is now solidified as an essential workforce. Our B.S. in Exercise Science supports students in creating a runway towards the applied/healthcare industry by providing broad-based knowledge in the sub disciplines of kinesiology, paired with clinical experience in the field. By preparing students for the clinical setting, the Department of Kinesiology seeks to impact our communities—both local and abroad—by preparing transformational leaders for God’s kingdom.

Integrate Scripture and personal faith with disciplined-based knowledge pertaining to health, human performance, and capability.
Articulate, both verbally and in writing, the principles of kinesiology and its sub-disciplines in an academic/professional environment.
Synthesize, analyze, and interpret information for critical problem solving in health and human performance based contexts
Utilize a wide variety of physical health equipment and technology to implement viable solutions to issues/problems within the field of health and human performance.
Demonstrate professional behaviors, including commitment to excellence, proficiency in the use of technology and equipment for assessment and exercise, valuing diversity and collaboration, service to others locally and abroad, and techniques for lifelong learning.

Core Courses (36 units)

KINE101 | Foundations of Kinesiology
CHEM110/110L | General Chemistry I or CHEM105/105L | Intro to Chemistry with Lab
BIOL 101/L | Principles of Biology I with Lab
BIOL161 | Nutrition: An Applied Approach
BIOL246/246L | Human Physiology with Lab
KINE345/KINE345L | Biomechanics with Lab
KINE353/353L | Exercise Physiology with Lab
KINE477 | Exercise Science Clinical Practicum
KINE498 | Senior Seminar
MATH120 | Statistics

Exercise Science Electives (16 units):
Students must select one of the three courses listed below (4 units).

KINE351/351L | Essentials of Strength and Conditioning with Lab
KINE420/420L | Exercise Leadership and Personal Training with Lab
KINE325/325L | Exercise Testing and Rx with Lab

Complete 12 units of additional courses (6 units must be upper division).

To view all courses and course descriptions, please see our current Academic Catalog.

Becka Ussery, M.A.

Assistant Professor

Parker Daniells, M.S.

Assistant Professor

This degree brings a Christ-centered perspective through chemistry, biology, physics, physiology, anatomy and kinesiology alongside hands-on experiences to prepare students for continued studies and can prepare students for careers in allied health, or for other jobs within the health, performance, and fitness industry.

FACULTY

Jessup's dedicated community of faculty, both full-time and adjunct, are here to walk alongside you, equipping you with the knowledge and values you'll need to establish a meaningful career, grow spiritually, and succeed in all areas of your life. Learn more about our full-time faculty.

Becka Ussery, M.A.

Assistant Professor - School of Natural & Applied Sciences

Parker Daniells, M.S.

Kinesiology Chair, Associate Professor - School of Natural & Applied Sciences