Programs
Program for Associate of Science Degree in Exercise Science
This program is suggested for the student who is interested in a career in exercise science, sports medicine, physical therapy, athletic training, and related fields. The program provides a solid knowledge base of human anatomy, physiology, chemistry, and biomechanics of human movement. In addition, the program allows students to take courses that focus on the application of this knowledge base, such as fitness leadership, exercise physiology, personal training exam preparation, and hands-on internships. With this foundation, a student can transfer to various four-year programs in exercise science and related fields.
Freshman Year Fall Semester Credit Spring Semester Credit English Comp I (ENGL 1010) 3 Technical Writing
(ENGL 2010 or ENGL 1020)3 *Fitness Leadership Training (PEPR 2130) 3 +Precalculus Algebra (MATH 1400) 4 *General Biology I (BIOL 1010) 4 Computer Info Systems
(COSC 1200)3 *Nutrition (HOEC 1140) 3 *Personalized Fitness I
(PEAC 2005)2 *Weight Training (PEAC 1273) 1 Electives 6 *First Aid & CPR (HLED 1225) 2 Exercise Science Beg Internship (PEPR 2470) 1-2 *Exercise Science Beg Internship
(PEPR 2470)1-2 Total 17-18 Total 19-20 *Required course to receive an AS in Exercise Science
+Or other higher college level math course
Sophomore Year Fall Semester Credit Spring Semester Credit Amer. & Wyo. Gov't (POLS 1000) 3 *Exercise Physiology (PEPR 2120) 4 Personalized Fitness II (PEAC 2006) 3 *Intro to Chemistry (CHEM 1000) 4 *Anatomy & Physiology (BIOL 2010) 4 *Anatomy & Physiology
(BIOL 2015)4 Communication Elective *** 3 Humanities or Applied Art 3 General Psychology (PSYC 1000) or Wellness (HLED 1003) 3-4 Exercise Science ADV Internship (PEPR 2471) 1-2 *Exercise Science Adv Internship
(PEPR 2471)1-2 Assessment 0-1 Total 17-19 Total 16-18 * Required to receive an AS in Exercise Science
+Or other higher college level math course
*** Interpersonal Communication (COMM 1030) or Public Communication (COMM 1010)
Program for One-Year Certificate in Fitness Leadership
This certificate program is for students who want to become personal trainers or group fitness leaders. It prepares students to take gold standard national certification exams such as those offered by the American Council on Exercise (ACE) and the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). These exams are offered regularly in Salt Lake City and Denver. In this program you will learn the necessary skills to become a certified fitness leader.
You will also enjoy how this program benefits you Through courses in nutrition, wellness, fitness leadership, and various exercise classes, your personal diet and fitness level will improve. In addition to classroom instruction, the program gives you hands-on experience in fitness centers, schools, hospitals, or clinics. This is an exciting and friendly program where you will be applying the knowledge you learn in the classroom in the real world and with real people. If you need more information, call Dorothy Harton at (307) 382-1711.
Fall Semester Credit Spring Semester Credit Fitness Leadership (PEPR 2130) 3 Exercise Physiology (PEPR 2120) 3 First Aid & CPR (HLED 1225) 2 Nutrition (HOEC 1140) 3 Personalized Fitness I (PEAC 2005) 2 Personalized Fitness II (PEAC 2006) 3 Anatomy & Physiology I (BIOL 2010) 4 Anatomy & Physiology II (BIOL 2015) 4 Communication Course** 3 *Business Management
(or other business courses)3 Weight Training (PEAC 1273) 1
Advanced Internship (PEPR 2471) 1-2 Beginning Internship (PEPR 2470) 1-2
Total 16-17 Total 17-18 Summer Semester Credit General Biology I (BIOL 1010) 4
*Business course options: Any course from departments of BADM, BUSN, MGT, or MKT.
**Communication course options: Interpersonal Communication (COMM 1030), Public Speaking (COMM 1010), Conflict Management/Mediation (COMM 1050)
