An exercise science degree can lead to careers in areas such as coaching, personal training & exercise physiology. With additional education, exercise majors can also go on to work in physical education, chiropractic care, and other medical fields.
Exercise Science is also an alternative route to the Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy graduate programs.
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Foundations of Physical Education, Exercise Science, and Sport by 
ACSM's Introduction to Exercise Science by 
ACSM's Resource Manual for Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription by 