Fitness and Wellness Major Related Careers
The following careers are directly or indirectly related to the study of this major. Click the job title to learn more about it. To search for more career options, visit OnetOnline.org.
Fitness and Wellness
A Bachelor of Science in Public Health (B.S.P.H.) Fitness and Wellness degree focuses on the applied science of movement and research-based preparation of a health and fitness professional. Graduates of this program become qualified to seek certification as an Exercise Physiologist from National Commission of Certifying Agencies (NCCA) accredited organizations such as the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).
The curriculum is based on guidelines and standards developed by the ACSM and delivers a scientific academic foundation in topics such as physiology, functional kinesiology, biomechanics, motor learning, and epidemiology. This knowledge is combined with the latest research and training methods as well as a variety of community engagement experiences that promote active and healthy lifestyles impacting the health of the public at large.
This degree will allow students to practice important skills such as posture and movement analysis, communication and coaching strategies, and exercise prescription and leadership. Students will also participate in a required professional field experience and will have numerous opportunities to work at on-and off-campus sites to gain even more hands-on knowledge.
For detailed information about this major and degree requirements, visit the departmental website and the School of Public Health Academic Bulletin.
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Academic information
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Open in Explore Programs- Coaches and Scouts
- Fitness Trainers and Aerobics Instructors
- Directors, Religious Activities and Education
- First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers
- Health Educators
- Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers
- Massage Therapists
- Occupational Therapy Assistants
- Physical Therapist Aides
- Physical Therapist Assistants
- Recreation Workers
Career Interests
John Holland developed a theoretical framework consisting of six general themes that describe broad areas interest relating to self and the working world. If you are interested in discovering your career interests, visit our Learn more about yourself page to learn about the Strong Interest Inventory.
This major consists of the following themes:
- Realistic
- Social
- Conventional
Fitness and Wellness Major Related Skills
Below is a sampling of skills related to this major mapped from the Skillscan Driver Assessment. The SkillScan assessment provides a simple 3-step process to help you learn about your strengths and weaknesses, the skills you enjoy and want to use in a career and those skills needing development. Consider taking the SkillScan assessment to better understand your skills as it relates to majors at IU.
Analytical
- Solve Problems
- Compute
- Manage Data or Records
Physical or Technical
- Hand Dexterity
- Operate Equipment
- Restore or Renovate
- Body Coordination
Relationship Skills
- Train or Instruct
- Provide Care and Support
- Serve Clients and Customers
Communication
- Speak to Groups
- Speak or Interact
- Write
Creative
- Conceptualize
- Demonstrate Foresight
Student Organizations
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Career Guides
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