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Bachelor of Science Exercise, Nutrition and Health Promotion

The Exercise, Nutrition and Health Promotion Bachelor Degree Program will provide the student with the skills necessary to plan, develop and implement physical fitness and health programs for individuals, organizations and communities.

Program Highlights 

  • Bachelors Degree 
  • 140 Weeks; 14 Quarters in Length 
  • 100% Online
  • ABHES Accredited 

The Exercise, Nutrition and Health Promotion Bachelor Degree Program will provide the student with the skills necessary to plan, develop and implement physical fitness and health programs for individuals, organizations and communities.

They will be familiar with industry terminology, biomechanics, exercise physiology, rehabilitation, nutrition and management techniques needed to promote healthy lifestyles and health education programs. Coursework prepares students for entry-level positions in the areas of exercise physiology, lifestyle and weight management, health education and health promotion.

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Qualities of Exercise, Nutrition, and Health Promotion 

  • Passion for Health and Wellness: Individuals with this degree often have a strong commitment to improving overall health and well-being. They are motivated to help others adopt healthier lifestyles through exercise, nutrition, and positive habits.
  • Motivational Leadership: Graduates are skilled at encouraging and guiding others toward their health and fitness goals. They understand how to support individuals through challenges while promoting long-term lifestyle changes.
  • Strong Communication Skills: Professionals in this field must clearly explain health, exercise, and nutrition concepts to people with different levels of knowledge. Their ability to communicate effectively helps individuals understand and apply healthy practices in their daily lives.
  • Analytical and Problem-Solving Ability: Individuals learn to assess health behaviors, fitness levels, and lifestyle factors to determine appropriate wellness strategies. This allows them to develop personalized approaches that support healthier outcomes.

Career Services

A Career on the Rise

Bryan University’s Exercise, Nutrition, and Health Promotion program sets you up for a career with a variety of work environments to choose from, which means you have the opportunity to find the place that best fits your needs. From Personal Trainer, Strength and Conditioning Coach, Exercise Specialist, Fitness Instructor, Sports Performance Coach, Nutrition Coach, Wellness Coach there is a environment that suits the goals of your Exercise Nutrition and Health Promotion career.

  • Resume Guidance and Assistance
  • Best Practices for Your Job Search
  • Tractical Interviewing
  • Job Leads
  • Career Corner Webinars
  • Guest Speakers from Industry Experts 

Exercise, Nutrition, and Health Promotion

Median Wages (2024)

$22.20 Hourly, $46,180 Annual

Projected Growth (2024-2034)

Much faster than average 7% or higher

Projected Job Openings (2024-2034)

74,200

Sample Job Titles

Aerobics Instructor, Fitness Instructor, Fitness Specialist, Fitness Trainer, Group Exercise Instructor, Group Fitness Instructor, Personal Trainer, Private Trainer, Strength and Conditioning Coach, Yoga Instructor

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Program Details

Support Courses – 13.5 credits required

CA100 +

Introduction to Computer Software Management
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

The student is introduced to the history of computers, operating systems and a basic understanding of modern software and the impact on the business environment. This course will allow students to become acquainted with the computer, integrated software, and vital Internet and online communications techniques through hands-on training. Emphasis is placed on computer hardware, current operating systems software, and development of keyboarding skills. The student is also introduced to email communications.

CA110 +

Introduction to Computer Applications
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

This course provides the student with a basic understanding of modern software and the impact on the business environment. The course is designed to introduce the history of computers and information systems in an uncomplicated way to reach students with a wide range of backgrounds, interests, and skills. The course will allow students to become acquainted with the computer and integrated software through hand-on training.

CA120 +

Strategies for Success
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

The student will develop skills related to goal setting, personal accountability, positive attitudes and beliefs, enhanced expectations, self-efficacy building, teamwork, planning, improved performance, higher quality of life and overall personal development.

Core Courses – 112.5 credits required

PT100 +

Lifestyle and Health
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

This course provides an introduction to the basic concepts for physical fitness and wellness. Students will gain knowledge on the latest findings in exercise physiology and sports medicine, along with the tools for self-assessment and guidelines for developing physical fitness. In the area of wellness, a student will learn current trends and information on today’s most important health related topics and issues, with self-tests and guidelines for achieving wellness.

AP101 +

Anatomy and Physiology
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

This course is a study of the structure and function of several systems of the human body, including the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, the lymphatic and immune systems. In addition, structural units, fluids and electrolytes, acid-base balance, as well as blood and circulation are discussed.

PT102 +

Leisure Programming
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

This course provides an introduction to the basic concepts for leisure programming. Students will gain knowledge in the areas of direct services delivery, program planning, and program management. The course will focus on issues related to customer service and benefits, such as providing leisure experiences, assessing customer needs, evaluating program impact, promoting positive customer and leader interactions, analyzing, and implementing policies, and supervising staff.

AP105 +

Anatomy and Physiology
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

This course is a study of the structure and function of several systems of the human body. Topics covered include the respiratory system, the nervous system, the urinary system, the female and male reproductive systems, human development and genetics, the digestive system, concepts of metabolic function and nutrition, the endocrine system and special sense.

PT105 +

The Business of Personal Training
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

The course is an introduction to the fundamental concepts and principles of business in the personal training field. An overview to the functions of a personal training business will include an evaluation of personal training as a profession, personal training as a business, management, finance, accounting, marketing, legal and professional responsibilities of personal training.

PT106 +

Kinesiology
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

In this course students will learn the mechanical concepts and principles that underlie human movement and the basic structure and function of the musculoskeletal system. Discussions will systematically focus on the bones, muscles and joints for the upper extremity, lower extremity, and the spinal column, pelvis, and thorax. This course will assist the students understanding of the musculoskeletal system as a machine capable of generating and transmitting forces, while exploring the concept that musculoskeletal imbalance results in pathomechanics for injury and disease. Practical application of basic concepts will be made to practical problems in public health and wellness.

PT110 +

Biomechanics
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

This course will act as a guide and reference for the anatomy and biomechanical movements of the human skeleton, and muscles. Special attention will be spent on the identification terms related to these systems. In addition, students will learn the description of motion including patterns and speed of movement sequencing by the body segments and how anthropometrics factor in with impacts on kinetic analysis.

PT120 +

Exercise Physiology
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

This course provides the fundamentals for the study of exercise physiology. It thoroughly examines both the immediate responses to, and the long-term benefits of exercise. In addition, students will view exercise physiology in the clinical setting and professional issues pertaining to career opportunities.

PT140 +

Personal Training
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

This course provides the core concepts in personal training and fitness instruction. A student will develop the knowledge, skills, and motivation to enhance the physical fitness and well-being of individuals or groups. Areas of concentration will be Fitness Instruction, Physical Fitness Assessment, Physical Conditioning and Designing a Conditioning Program.

PT170 +

Sport Law and Ethics
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

This course includes a basic introduction to concepts and issues dealing with legal concerns in recreation and sports in contemporary society. Students will review legal issues pertaining to contracts, premises liability, discrimination, Title IX eligibility, equal opportunity, labor relations and federal funding through examination of case law, statues, and regulations pertinent to sports management.

PT200 +

Exercise Testing and Prescription
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

Developed to help students master the essential measurement and evaluation content, principles, and concepts to become an effective evaluator, this text provides the practical skills and materials students will need for measurement and evaluation whether they work in teaching or exercise science.

PT205 +

Conducting and Reading Research in Health and Human Performance
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

Designed for the first course in research methods, this text shows students how to conduct and read research, design research tools, and evaluate results in health, kinesiology, exercise science, recreation, dance, and all other areas of human performance--providing comprehensive coverage of both quantitative and qualitative research methods.

PT299 +

Externship
135 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

Students will be assigned to a training facility, clinic or other physical fitness setting and will be trained for duties that are vital in today’s fitness field. This course will train the student to develop fundamental skills for tasks such as exercise physiology, nutrition, diet, weight maintenance, athletic training, business operation, first aid, sports medicine, and proficiency in physical health software functions. Prerequisite: Must have a 2.0 cGPA in all completed core courses.

PT300 +

Behavioral Change
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

Behavioral Change will teach you the key tools to promoting behavior change and creating a foundation for a healthy lifestyle. You will learn how to help clients of all backgrounds recognize counterproductive behaviors and coach them to discover new methods to move more, eat better and make healthier decisions for themselves and their families.

PT305 +

Nutrition Physiology
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

This class has been designed to educate students about the importance of nutrition to their overall health and wellness. The course goals include mastery of the physiology related to human digestion, as well as an understanding of both macro and micronutrients and their importance in human health. This class will then help students tackle the questions of how to gain weight, lose weight and prevent chronic diseases by examining scientific research and scientific reasoning.

PT310 +

Leadership in Health & Wellness
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

This course explores the essential elements of management and leadership as they apply to the health and wellness field. It explores how trust, power and relationship management form the basis of leadership excellence and provides tips to rising leaders on how to understand their own leadership styles to boost organizational performance.

PT325 +

Principles of Epidemiology
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

Introduction to the relationship between the human body and disease, both communicable and non-communicable. Includes historical aspects of various diseases, etiology, prevention and control, prevalence, symptoms, and treatment.

PT340 +

Principles of Exercise and Rehabilitation
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

A study of the knowledge and skills required to design and implement exercise, reconditioning and rehabilitation programs for athletes and athletic injuries. Students will learn about the basic principles of rehabilitation of common athletic injuries. They will learn specific rehabilitation techniques that will increase range of motion, increase strength, and return functional ability. Students will be able to evaluate the status of an injury and develop the appropriate rehabilitation.

PT350 +

Research and Communication
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

Students will learn how to frame questions that can guide collection of data; how to measure knowledge, attitudes, and behavior; how to systematically evaluate or compare communication strategies; how to effectively use data in making decisions about programs; and how to read and understand literature on health communication.

AHM410 +

Health Education and Promotion
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

This class provides the best overall introduction to the growing profession of Health Promotion and Education by covering the roles and responsibilities of health educators, the settings where health educators are employed, and the ethics of the profession. In addition to covering the history of health, health care, and health education, the book provides a preview of what the future may hold for health promotion and education professionals.

PT400 +

Health Risk Assessment & Appraisal
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

This course is designed to provide the student with the theoretical background and practical experience necessary for the safe and scientific evaluation of physical fitness, particularly as it relates to health and disease and the development of programs for remediation, maintenance and enhancement of motor and health-related qualities.

PT405 +

Directing Wellness Programs
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

This course addresses the general administrative and daily operational skills required to direct a wellness program in corporate, institutional, and community settings. Emphasis is placed on the collaborative and professional skills that are needed to manage wellness programs.

PT410 +

Principles of Strength and Conditioning
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

Students will gain knowledge to train athletes for the primary goal of improving athletic performance. They conduct sport-specific testing sessions, design and implement safe and effective strength training and conditioning programs and provide guidance regarding nutrition and injury prevention. Recognizing when to refer athletes to other professionals when appropriate.

PT415 +

Interventions for Wellness
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

This course addresses the skills and resources needed to implement and facilitate specific interventions within a comprehensive wellness program. The development and delivery of programs including tobacco management, weight control, nutrition, physical activity, workplace safety, disease prevention, and other applicable interventions will be addressed.

PT420 +

Medical Exercise Specialist
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

Medical Exercise Specialist is designed for advanced health and fitness professionals providing in-depth preventive and post-rehabilitative fitness programming for individuals who are at risk for, or are recovering from, a variety of cardiovascular, pulmonary, metabolic, and musculoskeletal diseases and disorders, as well as apparently healthy clients in special population groups, including older adults, youth, and prenatal and postpartum women.

General Education Courses – 54 credits required

GEN101 +

Introduction to Algebra
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

This course is the study of real numbers and variables. Topics studied include operations involving real numbers and algebraic expressions, solving linear equations and inequalities, graphs of linear equations and inequalities, simplifying rational expressions and exponents, factoring, and radicals.

GEN120 +

Composition I
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

This is the basic writing course designed to improve writing skills. The student writes essays in which organization, proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling usage are stressed. The student will also write a research paper with appropriate format and documentation.

GEN140 +

Composition II
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

This course focuses on honing and expanding college writing skills through its focus on writing analysis and the preparation of essays. Prerequisite: GEN120 – Composition I.

GEN160 +

Introduction to Communications
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

This course offers an opportunity to learn and apply in daily life practical principles of human interpersonal communication. Emphasis is placed on the psychological, social, cultural, and linguistic factors that affect person-to-person interaction. This course is designed to help students improve their communication behavior; attention is given to human perceptions, interpersonal dynamics, patterns of influence, listening and verbal and visual symbols. This class will introduce students to the principles, theories, and forms of communication including interpersonal communication, group communication, public speaking, and mass communication.

GEN200 +

College Algebra
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

This course is an in-depth study of the traditional topics of college algebra. These topics include solving linear and quadratic equations and inequalities, graphs of equations and inequalities, operations involving polynomials and rational expressions, exponents, radicals, and introduction to exponential and logarithmic functions.

GEN230 +

Introduction to American Politics
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

In this course a student will study the institutions and constitutional framework of the United States Government and survey the structure and development of city and state government systems. The course is developed to teach values, rights, and responsibilities that shape the public decision making of an active and informed citizen and influence contemporary public affairs in a democratic society.

GEN240 +

Psychology
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

This general psychology course is intended to provide the student with a basic understanding of psychology, its relationships to the life sciences and how behaviors affect people’s everyday lives. Emphasis is placed on developmental psychology and the problems that people face in regard to relationships and the mental and physical dilemmas they may pose. Topics such as stress, altered states of consciousness, aging, conflicts and types of therapies will be presented.

GEN300 +

Environmental Science
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

This course provides students with an understanding of environmental science that includes energy principles, relationships of organisms in ecosystems, and human impacts.

GEN305 +

Sociology
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

This course teaches students to use sociological concepts and theories to analyze the most compelling and significant issues of our day. There is a distinct global emphasis. Issues covered include immigration, the differences between the world’s richest and poorest regions, conflict, and the distribution of global resources. This approach will allow students to demonstrate analytical power for thinking about personal, local, national, but especially global issues and events.

GEN310 +

Critical Thinking
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

This course studies a process by which we develop and support our beliefs and evaluate the strength of arguments made by others in real-life situations. It dares students to question their own assumptions and to enlarge their thinking through the analysis of the most common problems associated with everyday reasoning. It includes the practice of fundamental concepts in critical thinking, identifying common barriers to critical thinking and helps the students to formulate strategies for overcoming critical thinking barriers.

GEN311 +

Introduction to Ethics
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

In this course students will focus on business-related actions that are in apparent conflict with the morality and examine them from multiple perspectives. The theme that runs throughout this course is that business and ethics are compatible and even complimentary with one another. Study will include ethics, values, and social responsibility. Student will explore and discuss ethical issues and dilemmas in the workplace, and examine contemporary, ethical, social, and environmental issues. The course will help students establish ethical and social responsibility in the workplace.

GEN400 +

Geopolitics
55 Credit Hours (55 contact hours)

After briefly introducing the political-economy approach found in world-systems theory, the course will then examine historical and contemporary geopolitics – the struggle for control over territory and resources; a primary goal of course is to reach a better understanding of America’s role in the world.

GRAND TOTAL Contact Hours: 2280
Quarter Credit Hours: 180

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