About the Program

This certificate emphasizes that physical activity is inextricably linked to longevity and disease prevention. Through coursework, the exercise science certificate provides students with the foundational knowledge and skills to pursue a career in personal training, corporate fitness, and graduate school in applied exercise physiology. Students with an exercise science certificate are encouraged to pursue highly recognized certifications related to exercise science.

This program will not lead to NY State Licensure nor does it allow students to practice within any scope of practice of a licensed professional.

About the Health, Nutrition, and Dietetics Department

334 Caudell Hall
1300 Elmwood Ave
Buffalo, NY 14222
Phone: (716) 878-5913
Fax: (716) 878-5834
https://hnd.buffalostate.edu/

Program Requirements

Required Courses (12 credit hours)
HEW 301 KINESIOLOGY: APPLIED ANATOMY AND BIOMECHANICS 3
HEW 304 EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY I 3
HEW 306 EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY II 3
HEW 330 PRINCIPLES OF PERSONAL TRAINING 3

Electives (6 credit hours)
Choose 2 from the following: 6
HEW 331 PRINCIPLES OF STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING
HEW 335 PREVENTION AND CARE OF ATHLETIC INJURIES
NFS 102 INTRODUCTORY NUTRITION
PSY 376 HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY
SOC 324 SOCIOLOGY OF SPORT

Total Credit Hours 18