{"id":429,"date":"2026-07-21T17:03:29","date_gmt":"2026-07-21T21:03:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cms.web.umflint.edu\/chs\/?page_id=429"},"modified":"2026-08-03T16:46:57","modified_gmt":"2026-08-03T20:46:57","slug":"exercise-science","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/undergrad\/exercise-science\/","title":{"rendered":"Exercise Science"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center fb-columns-page-header is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-content-justification-right is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-951621a4 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70)\">\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-xx-large-font-size\">Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Study the science of exercise and its impact on health at the University of Michigan-Flint. 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Students gain the knowledge and skills to promote health, prevent disease, and support injury rehabilitation through physical activity while mastering exercise testing and evidence-based exercise prescription.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-brand-white-color has-a-2-amethyst-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-chamfer wp-elements-cae4d623bf0b489fb20e2877a9977520 has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"clip-path: polygon(40px 0, 100% 0, 100% 100%, 0 100%, 0 40px); border-style:none;border-width:0px;border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-brand-white-color has-text-color has-link-color has-x-large-font-size wp-elements-946d644e52e0c899bc7d2342852bcad8\">Career Paths<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">The program offers advising for career tracks within Exercise Science, including Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Athletic Training, Chiropractic, Strength and Conditioning and Personal Training, Exercise Physiology and Cardiac Rehabilitation, Corporate Wellness, Physician Assistant and Medicine.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">ON THIS PAGE<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-f0d1fcef wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link\" data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\"><a data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-brand-blue-color has-text-color wp-element-button fb-button-has-icon\" href=\"#highlights\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">Why Choose UM-Flint<svg class=\"fb-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"currentColor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M12 20.1l5.8-5.8-1.1-1.1-4 4V4h-1.5v13.2l-4-4-1.1 1.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link\" data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\"><a data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-brand-blue-color has-text-color wp-element-button fb-button-has-icon\" href=\"#curriculum\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">Curriculum Overview<svg class=\"fb-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"currentColor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M12 20.1l5.8-5.8-1.1-1.1-4 4V4h-1.5v13.2l-4-4-1.1 1.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link\" data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\"><a data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-brand-blue-color has-text-color wp-element-button fb-button-has-icon\" href=\"#career\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">Career Outlook<svg class=\"fb-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"currentColor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M12 20.1l5.8-5.8-1.1-1.1-4 4V4h-1.5v13.2l-4-4-1.1 1.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link\" data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\"><a data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-brand-blue-color has-text-color wp-element-button fb-button-has-icon\" href=\"#admissions\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">Admissions &amp; Scholarship Information<svg class=\"fb-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"currentColor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M12 20.1l5.8-5.8-1.1-1.1-4 4V4h-1.5v13.2l-4-4-1.1 1.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"highlights\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">Why Choose Exercise Science at UM-Flint?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Gain a Strong Foundation for Graduate School<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Bachelor\u2019s in Exercise Science provides an excellent foundation for applying to graduate programs, including some of UM-Flint\u2019s world-class graduate programs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/physical-therapy-entry-level-dpt\/\">Doctor of Physical Therapy<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/occupational-therapy-otd\/\">Occupational Therapy Doctorate<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/physician-assistant-ms\/\">Master of Science, Physician Assistant<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The program also prepares students for graduate programs in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Athletic Training<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chiropractic&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exercise Science and Strength and Conditioning<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Dynamic Learning with Experienced Faculty<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The program includes several opportunities, such as classroom learning, laboratory exercises, hands-on practical training, reviewing current journal articles, a required 180-hour internship, and community involvement. Students will learn from professional clinicians at the top of their field who are ready to share their extensive real-world experience. Students will gain hands-on skills through experiential learning in the classroom and with our community. Students can participate in\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/heart\/\">HEART<\/a>, a student-run, pro bono clinic.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Earn a National Certification<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Certified Personal Trainer through the American College of Sports Medicine<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Certified Exercise Physiologist through the American College of Sports Medicine<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Participate in Research as an Undergraduate Student<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students will have the option to conduct research through the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/research\/student-research\/undergraduate-research-opportunity-program-urop\/\">Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program<\/a>&nbsp;or the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/research\/student-research\/summer-undergraduate-research-experience-sure\/\">Summer Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program<\/a>. In a paid or volunteer role, you can develop your research skills while working side-by-side with faculty on state-of-the-art research.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center fb-cover-chamfer-photo has-brand-maize-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-c4b32d8d wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-content-justification-right is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-951621a4 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70)\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-xx-large-font-size\">Schedule a Tour<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">See the Exercise Science facilities and meet the program director, Curt Fennell<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/umflintcampus.tfaforms.net\/217840?_gl=1*1j9fx41*_gcl_au*MTE3NDM4NzExNy4xNzc3NDg1MTgx*_ga*MTg2MTU0NDIxNy4xNzY5NjM0ODk2*_ga_64H0Z0BJSB*czE3ODQ2NjUzODQkbzE4OSRnMSR0MTc4NDY2NzMxOCRqMjQkbDAkaDA.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Schedule a tour of our Exercise Science Lab<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-column-is-layout-5b271542 wp-block-column-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light has-chamfer wp-container-content-958eb9dc\" style=\"clip-path: polygon(200px 0, 100% 0, 100% 100%, 0 100%, 0 200px); margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0;min-height:341px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-434 size-large\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/50\/2026\/07\/FLINT_Exercise-Science-Winter-2026_0019-1-1024x683.jpg\" style=\"object-position:44% 48%\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"44% 48%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/50\/2026\/07\/FLINT_Exercise-Science-Winter-2026_0019-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/50\/2026\/07\/FLINT_Exercise-Science-Winter-2026_0019-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/50\/2026\/07\/FLINT_Exercise-Science-Winter-2026_0019-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/50\/2026\/07\/FLINT_Exercise-Science-Winter-2026_0019-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/50\/2026\/07\/FLINT_Exercise-Science-Winter-2026_0019-1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#e2cfbb\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-brand-blue-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--0);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--0)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-brand-blue-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-brand-maize-color has-text-color has-link-color has-sentinel-font-family has-xx-large-font-size wp-elements-36a34332510827c99d736b8a3f143abc\">Free Tuition with the Go Blue Guarantee!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-brand-white-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-6407369ec7ec81f703cc97b0c3ba6653 wp-block-paragraph\">UM-Flint students are automatically considered, upon admission,&nbsp;for the Go Blue Guarantee, a historic program offering free tuition for high-achieving, in-state undergraduates from lower-income households. Learn more about the&nbsp;Go Blue Guarantee&nbsp;to see if you qualify and how affordable a Michigan degree can be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\" data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-right\"><a data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-right\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-brand-blue-color has-brand-maize-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button fb-button-has-icon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/finaid\/go-blue-guarantee\/\">Learn about affordability<svg class=\"fb-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"currentColor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M14.3 6.7l-1.1 1.1 4 4H4v1.5h13.2l-4 4 1.1 1.1 5.8-5.8-5.8-5.9z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized w-100\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/wp-content\/themes\/flintblock\/assets\/images\/gbg.svg\" alt=\"A banner with the words &quot;go blue guarantee.&quot;\" style=\"width:1000px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--0);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-text-alternate-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--0);padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<h2 id=\"curriculum\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Curriculum Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are interested in the science of movement and physical activity and its impact on health, the Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science at the University of Michigan-Flint is a smart choice.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button wp-block-flintblock-program-link\">\n\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/catalog.umflint.edu\/preview_program.php?catoid=38&#038;poid=16312\"\n\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\trel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button has-background has-brand-maize-background-color plausible-event-name=Program+Clicked plausible-event-program=Exercise+Science+Program+(BS) plausible-event-source=program-link\"\n\t\t>Bachelor\u2019s in Exercise Science Curriculum<span class=\"fb:sr-only\"> (opens in new tab)<\/span><\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);grid-template-columns:20% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"159\" src=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/50\/2026\/07\/EIM-OC-Logo-300x159-1.png\" alt=\"Exercise is Medicine On Campus logo from the American College of Sports Medicine.\" class=\"wp-image-433 size-full\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">UM-Flint is an&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.exerciseismedicine.org\/eim-in-action\/eim-on-campus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Exercise is Medicine\u00ae On Campus<\/a>&nbsp;university. Our mission is to elevate physical activity as a vital sign of health and to promote Exercise is Medicine\u00ae in diverse environments. We aim for every student to graduate healthier than when they began their studies, equipped with the knowledge and passion to advocate for regular physical activity and to support the systematic assessment and promotion of physical activity in health care.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-brand-white-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--0);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--0)\">\n<h2 id=\"career\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Career Outlook<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Demand for exercise physiologists is projected to grow by about 9 percent through 2031. More information about careers in exercise physiology is available from the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/healthcare\/exercise-physiologists.htm\">U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You will also be prepared to apply to a graduate program and train to work as a physical therapist, occupational therapist, physician assistant or athletic trainer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-grid wp-container-core-group-is-layout-960b2889 wp-block-group-is-layout-grid\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-c8fe64c8 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-left-color:var(--wp--preset--color--brand-maize);border-left-width:5px;min-height:100%;padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:clamp(2.2rem, 2.2rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 2.25), 4rem);font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">$95,620<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\">Physical therapists earn a median salary<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jobs for&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/healthcare\/physical-therapists.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">physical therapists<\/a>&nbsp;should grow by 17 percent through 2031, the BLS projects, more than three times the rate for all jobs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-c8fe64c8 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-left-color:var(--wp--preset--color--brand-maize);border-left-width:5px;min-height:100%;padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:clamp(2.2rem, 2.2rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 2.25), 4rem);font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">$85,570<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\">Occupational therapists earn a median salary<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Demand for&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/healthcare\/occupational-therapists.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">occupational therapists<\/a>&nbsp;should increase by 14 percent through 2031, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-c8fe64c8 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-left-color:var(--wp--preset--color--brand-maize);border-left-width:5px;min-height:100%;padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:clamp(2.2rem, 2.2rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 2.25), 4rem);font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">$121,530<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\">Physician assistants earn a median salary<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Job growth for&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/physician-assistant-ms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">physician assistants<\/a>, who practice medicine as part of health care teams, should be 28 percent through 2031.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-text-alternate-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-120469e1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--0);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--0);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--0);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--0)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-text-alternate-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--0)\">\n<h2 id=\"admissions\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Admission Requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Exercise Science degree and the national certifications will prepare you to work as an exercise physiologist, cardiac rehabilitation therapist, wellness coach, fitness center manager, fitness sales agent and personal trainer, among other careers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Demand for exercise physiologists is projected to grow by about 9 percent through 2031. 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