Herman expects to attract students who are already strong in at least one of these areas and are ready to explore the other two. At the end of their second and fourth semesters, they are evaluated for continuation in the program. You feel healthy enough to attend the performance because of your newly found commitment to exercise. That puts you in the 12 percent of the population who exercise regularly, according to Tom Fahey, professor of exercise physiology. While there has been a certificate in exercise physiology for many years, the bachelor's degree at CSU, Chico is new.
Students study basic science and the science of exercise-theory and practice.
Graduates use that information as they go on to graduate work in physical therapy, occupational therapy, medicine, and physician assistant training. Others go directly to work in testing centers, health clubs, corporate fitness, and private practice as personal trainers. That night you dream of marathons, catchy tunes, and toasters that never burn the bread.