Wellness and Exercise Science BS

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Our Wellness and Exercise Science Program builds your career from a position of strength.

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Gain an edge in the wellness industry with RIC's Wellness and Exercise Science degree.

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The science behind fitness and wellness is evolving quickly, and the demand for trained and certified professionals is growing. RIC's Wellness and Exercise Science Program provides both the rigorous scientific background and the practical experience you need to be successful.

High-Demand Wellness and Exercise Science Careers

  • Fitness Influencer
  • Health/Wellness Coach
  • Personal Trainer
  • Sports Nutritionist
  • Kinesiologist
  • Strength and Conditioning Coach

Why Earn a Wellness & Exercise Science Bachelor's Degree at Rhode Island College?

  • There are three areas that set our program apart from similar programs. We focus on a holistic and proactive approach to wellness, we incorporate courses in movement and we offer experiential learning and field work beginning the first semester.
  • Our Wellness and Exercise Science degree is also multidisciplinary, providing a scientific foundation in biology, anatomy, physiology and kinesiology, as well as elements of marketing, psychology and sociology.
  • Emphasis is on experiential learning for Wellness and Exercise Science majors, including full-semester internships at a fitness/wellness center.
  • Topics include: human anatomy, nutrition, kinesiology, public health, motor development, coaching.
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The RIC Advantage

Our program is aligned with industry national standards set by the American College of Sports Medicine and the National Strength and Conditioning Association.

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Our Health and Physical Education Faculty

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Kristen Pepin

Kristen Pepin

“Our students secure internships as personal trainers, strength and conditioning coaches, exercise specialists, physical and occupational therapy aides, chiropractic aides and corporate wellness coaches while finishing their degree.”

– Assistant Professor and Coordinator of Wellness and Exercise Science

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Program Details

Course Information

To pursue our Wellness and Exercise Science BS, you will first apply to Rhode Island College through our general Admissions & Financial Aid processes. You will then apply to our Feinstein School of Education and Human Development, once you are a RIC student and have completed several introductory courses.

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Course Descriptions

General Education

All degree programs require the completion of one 3-4 credit course in each of the nine General Education categories and the completion of at least 40 total credits of General Education courses. The General Education Program provides a foundation for deeper study in a wide range of academic disciplines, enabling students to develop the skills and habits of mind necessary for full participation in an increasingly complex world.

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Program/Learning Goals

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

  • apply knowledge to assess and analyze the health, skill and wellness-related components
  • create, implement, and evaluate exercise programs for the health, skill and wellness-related components in authentic situations
  • demonstrate an ability to educate and counsel individuals regarding fitness principles and effective behavioral strategies to increase exercise adherence
  • demonstrate knowledge regarding legal, ethical and social justice issues affecting the individual practitioners and the profession as a whole
  • accquire the knowledge to manage organizations and establish guidelines and protocols in accordance with national standards
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Department of Health and Physical Education

The Department of Health and Physical Education offers innovative undergraduate and graduate programs for students interested in improving health status and promoting wellness and fitness in school and/or community settings.

Kristen Pepin

Dr. Kristen R. Pepin

Assistant Professor