Health and Fitness Management - Capital University

Health and Fitness Management from Capital University is a Campus Bachelor Teaching degree that prepares you for a Education career. Program The health and fitness management major is one of the most popular majors in the health and sport sciences department. This major is designed to prepare students who wish to enter immediately into the world of personal wellness and corporate fitness. This program officially was recognized by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) in 2004. Students completing this degree will be eligible to sit for several national certification exams, including the NSCA's Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist exam and the American College of Sports Medicine's (ACSM) Health and Fitness Instructor exam. In addition, students will complete the requirements for a minor in business management. Students take course work that includes: Accounting Anatomy and physiology Chemistry Economics Exercise prescription Exercise physiology Informational technology Marketing Personal health and principles of strength training and conditioning Junior health and fitness management majors are required to complete an on-campus practicum for experience working one-on-one with individuals/clients. They learn to assess fitness levels, establish reasonable fitness goals and work with experienced faculty members to design and monitor the progress of strength and conditioning programs for these individuals. Senior health and fitness management majors are required to complete a senior seminar class where they learn to synthesize their undergraduate experiences as they prepare to graduate. Emphasis is placed on the development of presentation and interview skills, the development of educational programs and preparation for various certification exams. Health and fitness management majors also are required to complete an internship experience. The Columbus metropolitan and suburban areas afford a vast array of resources for our students. One can find Capital University student interns in many local health and wellness clubs, country clubs and corporate fitness facilities. This internship experience provides each senior with an opportunity to refine their fitness and interpersonal skills and provides the student opportunities to network in the area of health and wellness. Approach Through classroom, laboratory and clinical experiences, the health and fitness management major is designed to give students the skills and knowledge necessary to serve as fitness professionals. Careers and Placement Capital University graduates have found employment as personal trainers and fitness directors in a variety of settings. They utilize their skills in corporate fitness settings, as well as private and professional settings. Their strong scientific and practical foundation in the fitness profession coupled with the business management skills are very attractive to future employers. Those selecting additional certifications have built an impressive r?sum? upon graduation. View more details on Capital University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Teaching courses.