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Exercise Science Department Chair: K. Noerr Department Members: M. Britner, K. Eiler, A. Heavrin, K. Noerr Major: Exercise Science Minors: Fitness; Coaching Exercise science is the study of physiological and functional adaptions to movement. The exercise science major at Franklin College provides unique hands-on opportunities to be involved in clinical and community programs which provide exercise-related services to a variety of populations. Through the curriculum, students will develop the knowledge to describe the relationship among physical activity, functional capacity, health and disease across the life span. It will also prepare students for positions in exercise testing and prescription or in clinical settings, such as health clubs, corporate fitness facilities or cardiac rehabilitation centers. An exercise science degree will provide a solid foundation for entry into graduate school in related disciplines such as physical therapy and rehabilitation, biomechanics, nutrition, exercise physiology, sports medicine, chiropractics, or other healthcare fields. Admission to Exercise Science Program The application process for admittance to the Exercise Science will begin in April of each year. After final grades are received in the spring, all application materials will be reviewed by the Exercise Science review committee. A decision is reached on each candidate’s acceptance/declination into the Exercise Science Program by June 1st. Candidates will be notified of their acceptance/declination by email. Candidates will be asked to send e-mail notification confirming acceptance into the Exercise Science Program. The maximum number of students accepted into the program each graduation year will not exceed 25. Admissions Process for 1st Year Students 1. Receive a grade of “C” or higher in EXE 234 and EXE 244 a. Each candidate must have taken or be currently taking EXE 234 Introduction to Exercise Science and EXE 244 Introduction to Strength and Conditioning Methods. A grade of ‘C’ or higher in each course is required. If taking either of the courses during the spring semester, admission into the Exercise Science Program is contingent on a grade of ‘C’ or higher at the end of the course. 2. Obtain an overall minimum GPA of 2.5 (A = 4.00) a. A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 (A = 4.00) must be achieved and maintained upon admittance to the program. Admission into the Exercise Science Program is contingent on an overall GPA of 2.5 (A = 4.00) at the completion of the spring semester. Students must receive a 2.0 GPA or above by the end of immersive term to be offered an interview. 3. Complete at least one job observation within the health field for a minimum of two hours a. Each candidate is required to complete one job observation within the health field. The job observation should be a minimum of two hours in duration. Candidates should observe the skills needed to be a dedicated professional. Documentation forms to confirm observations may be obtained from the Exercise Science lab and must submitted as part of the application materials. Students will be expected to answer questions regarding the job observation during the interview. The observation should be completed no earlier than September 1 and must be completed prior to submitting the application.
