Exercise Science

If your career goal is to become a physical therapist, a personal trainer, or a sports coach this is the degree for you. With an associate degree in Exercise Science from Nashville State, you will be prepared to take your education to the next level. Lay the foundation for your bachelor’s degree now, with courses that are guaranteed to transfer to a 4-year university after graduation.

Associate of Science

Start your educational career at Nashville State and benefit from smaller class sizes, expert faculty, and a personalized experience. Choose from courses in Anatomy and Physiology, Nutrition, Health, First Aid, and many more.

Length

Two years

COSTS

About $9,490 total in tuition and fees.

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After Nashville State

The A.S. degree in Exercise Science is best used to transfer to a 4-year college or university. We guarantee a successful transfer to complete your bachelor’s degree at a Tennessee public university with the help of Tennessee Transfer Pathways (TTPs). Complete all the courses listed on the Exercise Science A.S. degree TTP at Nashville State, and you will have completed the first two years of a 4-year bachelor's degree.

Nashville State students can pursue a bachelor’s in exercise science studies by transferring credits to:

Austin Peay State University
East Tennessee State University
Middle Tennessee State University
Tennessee State University
Tennessee Technological University
University of Tennessee–Martin

(Note: The University of Tennessee–Knoxville and the University of Memphis do not have an Exercise Science transfer pathway. However, students interested in Kinesiology at UT–Knoxville should review the Kinesiology transfer pathway.)

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Campus Availability: Courses for this degree are available at a variety of campus locations and online. To check current course offerings check class schedule.

Career Opportunities: Physical Therapist, Exercise Physiologist, Strength and Conditioning Coach, Physician Assistant, Athletic Trainer, Cardiac Rehabilitation Specialist, and Public Health Administrator.