Exercise Science and Wellness Job Opportunities
Exercise Science Degree: What You Can Do with It
With an Exercise Science degree, jobs in numerous fitness environments will open up for you. You could work in a large commercial fitness center, a small athletic training facility, a hospital, in your clients’ homes, or even on a cruise ship. No matter where you choose to work, you will have a positive impact on the health and lifestyles of your clients.
With more and more people becoming interested in fitness, it’s no wonder that the industry is experiencing phenomenal growth, and with more people desiring educated trainers, salaries are increasing too. The average median national salary for a fitness worker is approximately $49,700 a year. Even without the meaningful, life-changing potential of the career, how can you argue with that?
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Exercise Science Degree Job/Salary Information
Exercise Specialist - $32,441 (25th percentile)
In a healthcare setting, an Exercise Specialist identifies risk factors and
designs specialized strength and conditioning programs for patients. They educate
patients on proper exercise technique, and on the correct techniques for transitioning
hospital-based fitness programs to safe and effective home exercise programs.
Fitness Instructor - $35,879 (25th percentile)
Fitness Instructors coordinate all fitness programs for a facility. They organize
and instruct exercise classes, and ensure that all participants are properly
trained on the use of the facility's exercise equipment. Fitness Instructors
are responsible for making sure that the exercise area and equipment are safe
and clean.
Personal Trainer - $36,070 (25th percentile)
Personal trainers are responsible for developing and implementing a specialized
exercise regimen for their clients. They work to ensure fitness programs, which
may include elements such as physical fitness, nutrition, cardiovascular training,
and weight training, meet the needs of their clients. Personal Trainers offer
guidance and support in order to help their clients achieve their goals.
Fitness Center Director - $59,518 (25th
percentile)
Fitness Center Directors oversee the fitness-related aspects of a health club
or fitness center. Their work involves creating and maintaining programs that
meet the needs of the club’s members, including new member orientations,
fitness assessments, and workout incentive programs. They also select fitness
equipment; coordinate personal training and group exercise programs; hire,
train, and supervise fitness staff; and carry out administrative duties. This
is not an entry-level position and may require additional experience and/or
education to attain.
Note: Career and Salary data listed on this page includes the median career salary and salaries in the 25th percentile, factored from throughout the United States, for a range of Exercise Science degree careers, according to figures available from salary.com.
For More Information about Exercise Science Degree Careers
For more information, contact:
American Council on Exercise
4851 Paramount Dr.
San Diego, CA 92123
http://www.acefitness.org
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