Physical Education and Exercise Science - Career Opportunities

Career Opportunities in Exercise Science

 
As people become increasingly aware of the benefits of good health and fitness habits in the 21st century, the demand for trained practitioners in the field of exercise science will continue to expand. With a strong interdisciplinary background and the science-based major, our well-rounded graduates will be equipped with the necessary skills to pursue a variety of different specialties in the exercise field such as:

• Strength and Conditioning specialist for sports teams or fitness centers
• Exercise specialists in cardiac rehabilitation centers
• Sports and wellness instructors or directors
• Certified Personal trainers
• Supervisors of specialized health promotion, fitness and wellness programs
• Managers who develop and administer commercial, corporate and community/hospital health and wellness programs
• Management/Marketing/Promotions for professional and/or collegiate sports teams
• Physical Therapy assistants
• Graduate study in the areas of physical therapy, occupational therapy, exercise physiology, and other related disciplines
 

Salary Ranges

 
Career opportunities within the fitness and health industry are varied. Preparing for employment in this field may require enhancing your skills and knowledge through specialty programs, training, and certifications. Salaries range from
• $25,000 - $70,000 in the fitness industry (personal trainer, fitness instructor)
• $40,000 - $75,000 in the fitness industry (manager, director)
• $25,000 - $70,000 in the sport management area
• $45,000 - $75,000 as a Director of Athletics
• $33,000 - $75,000 as athletic administration (Assist director, compliance, SID)
• $30,000 - $75,000 as intramural or recreation director at the collegiate level
• $34,000 - $55,000 as a certified exercise physiologist (B. S./M. S. degree)
• $20,000 - $33,000 as a physical therapist aide
• $34,000 - $50,000 as an occupational/physical therapist assistant
• $50,000 - $75,000 as an occupational/physical therapist