The Exercise Science program combines classroom, laboratory and internship experiences that will give you a comprehensive understanding of physical health, fitness and human performance. You will learn how to recognize and assess metabolic/physical, cardiovascular and pulmonary functions, and design and implement treatment plans for clients that improve their physical fitness and health.
You'll also participate in internships designed to promote career readiness or preparation for graduate education in areas such as sports medicine, strength and conditioning, personal training and clinical research. As a UHart student, you'll have opportunities to work with the University's athletic teams in these internships.
After completing the B.S. in Exercise Science, you'll be qualified to sit for exams for professional certification through several organizations listed below. The B.S. in Exercise Science is also the undergraduate pathway to the combined BS/Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree program at the University of Hartford.
BS in Exercise Science and MS in Athletic Training
The University of Hartford and Sacred Heart University offer a combined program for students with career goals in athletic training. UHart students who complete the bachelor's degree in Exercise Science with a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or better, meet pre-requisite requirements, and complete at least 10-15 hours of observation under a Certified Athletic Trainer, will automatically be accepted into the Sacred Heart MS in Athletic Training program. Those with a GPA of less than 3.0 will be reviewed and may be accepted on a space-available basis.
