Exercise Science, BS
CBU's exercise science majors study the human body — from cells to muscles — to understand how to help people live healthier lives through exercise, rehabilitation and nutrition.
Program Intro
Graduates of CBU’s exercise science program have gone on to careers in clinical exercise physiology as well as graduate work in physical therapy, athletic training, occupational therapy and other areas of allied health. While the majority of learning takes place in the classroom, many courses are designed to apply textbook knowledge in the lab, clinic and community.
Why Study Exercise Science at CBU?
Perform research with faculty
Faculty routinely perform research and always bring undergrad students into the experience. We have state-of-the-art equipment to measure oxygen levels, cardiac outcomes, muscle function, immune parameters and environmental extremes. In our exercise physiology lab, we have a treadmill big enough for 6 people to run at the same time. The department is collegial (and not territorial) which means we happily refer students to our colleagues in order for them to find their passion.
Serve overseas
Each year our program sends students across the world with Global Health Engagement. Through this program, they get to practice their discipline (physical therapy, strength and conditioning, athletic training, and more) in a unique setting. We have sent students to China, Africa, and the Philippines.
What You'll Learn
Students in CBU's exercise science bachelor's program will learn to:
- Demonstrate an ability to effectively read, evaluate, and utilize research related to exercise science.
- Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the relationship between disease prevention and health promotion.
- Display effective professional communication skills.
- Demonstrate comprehension of personal wellness and holistic health concepts.
- Develop skills to collaborate and consult as a member of the healthcare team
- Gain basic clinical skills for optimum patient and client care.
- Students will create an accurate and appropriate fitness prescription for varied populations.
- Demonstrate an essential knowledge of movement anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, and motor skill refinement prior to graduation.
- Consider the unique characteristics and values of the individuals and approach assessment and treatment in a culturally sensitive manner.
- Think critically as demonstrated by participation in evidence-based practice and research.
Program Details
KIN 300: Nutrition Science
Includes the study of principles of modern nutrition, the importance of a scientific knowledge of nutrition, nutritional controversies and more.
KIN 353: Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries
A course providing instruction and experience in the prevention and care of injuries incurred in athletics.
KIN 332: Lifelong Motor Development
A study of the physical growth and development of humans and how it interacts with and influences motor learning and performance.
Trevor Gillum, Ph.D.
Professor of Kinesiology
Program Director of Exercise Science
Office Phone: 951-343-4950
E-mail: tgillum@calbaptist.edu
Office Location: Health Sciences Campus, F89
Amy Miller, Dr.P.H.
Professor of Kinesiology
Office Phone: 951-552-8843
E-mail: amiller@calbaptist.edu
Office Location: Health Science Campus, F93
Sean Sullivan, Ph.D.
Professor of Kinesiology
Chair, Department of Kinesiology
Program Director, MS in Kinesiology
Office Phone: 951-343-4528
E-mail: ssullivan@calbaptist.edu
Office Location: Health Science Campus, F94
I love learning about how the body works and seeing God's beautiful design and creativity revealed in the body. I hope to pursue physical therapy in the future and my professors prepare you really well for the health science field and are enthusiastic about what they are teaching.
Madelyn Bradley '21
I want to become a physical therapist and the professors in this program have been super nice and helpful. I have grown spiritually by seeing how intricate God created the human body.
Klay Solomon '20
I did physical therapy and it inspired me to follow that passion of serving people in that way. My professors were intentional in helping me get all of the pre-req classes for physical therapy school. They often include a verse of the day in lecture and share their own testimony in class which is always encouraging.
Sydney Bennett '20
Career Possibilities
Graduates of CBU's exercise science program will be well prepared for various careers in the industry. Some careers listed below may require further education.
- Personal Trainer
- Group Exercise Instructor
- Strength and Conditioning Coach
- Health Educator
- P.E. Teacher
- Occupational Therapist
- Exercise Physiologist
- Athletic Trainer
- Physical Therapist
- Cardiac Rehabilitation Specialist
- Sports Coach
- Corporate Wellness Consultant
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Next Steps
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