An Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences degree gives you a solid foundation in fitness, movement, and health.
In addition to your major courses, you have 22 elective credits, which is a chance to explore your interests and shape your degree around the career you would like to pursue.
Picking the right classes can help you feel ready and confident as you work toward your goals. Here are some electives and minors you might consider.
Fitness and Wellness Careers
- NUTR150 (Essentials of Human Nutrition) and NUTR350 (Sports Nutrition): Learn how food supports health and performance
- PUBH240 (Introduction to Public Health) and PUBH320 (Human Diseases): Understand how health impacts communities
- BUS309 (Project Management) and BUS321 (Organizational Leadership): Build leadership and business skills
Coaching or Sports Careers
- ESS330 (Fundamentals in Coaching and Sports Psychology): Learn how to coach and support athletes
- ESS381 (Strength Training Theory and Application): Focus on strength training and performance
- ESS465 (Advanced Exercise Physiology): Go deeper into the science of exercise
- PSYCH380 (Performance Psychology): Understand motivation and mindset
Communication and Professional Skills
- COMM273 (Professional Presentations): Practice speaking with confidence
- COMM150 (Interpersonal Theory and Practice): Build strong communication skills
Minors to Consider
Another way to make your degree even stronger is by including a minor. A minor adds useful skills, helps you focus on an area you enjoy, and can make you stand out to employers or open doors to new career paths.
Here are some options to consider:
- Nutrition: A natural fit that helps you understand how diet supports health and performance.
- Public Health: Great if you’re interested in community health or wellness programs.
- Psychology: Helps you better understand behavior, motivation, and habit change.
- Business Management: Useful if you want to manage a facility or start your own business.
- Fitness Prescription: Focuses on creating effective exercise programs.
- Marketing: Helps you share your work and connect with an audience.
- Healthcare Administration: Prepares you for roles in hospitals or health systems.
Tips for Choosing Classes
As you plan your degree, think about the kind of work you want to do after graduation. Then, choose electives and minors that help you get there.
With some planning, they can give you extra skills, focus on a specific area of fitness or wellness, and guide you toward the career you’re aiming for.