{"id":75055,"date":"2024-02-05T14:13:35","date_gmt":"2024-02-05T14:13:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ccm.edu\/?post_type=programs&p=75055"},"modified":"2025-05-09T08:53:26","modified_gmt":"2025-05-09T12:53:26","slug":"exercise-science","status":"publish","type":"programs","link":"https:\/\/www.ccm.edu\/programs\/exercise-science\/","title":{"rendered":"Exercise Science"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n\r\n
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What You Will Learn<\/h2>\n

Unlock Your Potential with the Associate of Science (A.S.) Degree in Exercise Science at CCM!<\/p>\n

Imagine a future where you are at the forefront of promoting health and well-being, armed with knowledge and skills that empower individuals to lead healthier lives.<\/p>\n

Built upon the solid foundation of the American College of Sports Medicine’s (ACSM) recommended core competencies, this program equips you with the expertise you need to excel in the dynamic field of health and fitness.<\/p>\n

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  • Delve into the intricate world of scientific principles.<\/li>\n
  • Foster wellness to a variety of career pathways.<\/li>\n
  • Become prepared to contribute to the fitness, nutrition, training and rehabilitation industry \u2013 aiding individuals, teams, community and industry groups and more!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    This gateway to understanding the intricate balance between science and practicality enables you to master the theory behind health and fitness and the hands-on techniques that yield real results.<\/p>\n

    With your CCM education, you can be equipped to:<\/p>\n

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    • evaluate risk factors,<\/li>\n
    • conduct comprehensive fitness assessments,<\/li>\n
    • motivate and inspire individuals to embrace healthier choices, and craft personalized exercise prescriptions that cater to individual needs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\n\n\r\n
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      Personal Trainer Certificate of Achievement<\/h2>\n

      At CCM, you can gain first-hand experience in every aspect of personal training. The program goes beyond theory, immersing you in a hands-on journey ensure you are well-versed in the following components:<\/p>\n

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      • Health risk appraisal<\/li>\n
      • Biometric fitness testing<\/li>\n
      • Exercise programming, monitoring and instruction<\/li>\n
      • Business planning, sales and marketing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Picture yourself as not just a trainer, but a mentor guiding individuals toward their best selves. At CCM you can become well prepared to ace the nationally certified personal training exam through organizations such as ACSM, the America Council on Exercise (ACE) or the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM).<\/p>\n

        Upon graduation be confident that you are armed with knowledge that can truly change lives. Enroll at CCM to journey towards a healthier future!<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\n\n\r\n

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        Curriculum<\/p>\r\n

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        You can gain a wide range of knowledge in hands-on subjects such as anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, first aid and emergency care and personal and family health, wellness and nutrition in the 28-credit core, along with a 32-credit general education foundation.<\/p>\n

        Exercise Science at CCM is often used as a steppingstone degree to prepare you to further your education and be ready to enter a multitude of allied health careers.<\/p>\n

        The personal training certificate features a 16-credit curriculum focusing on personal fitness, nutrition, weight training, first aid, CPR and emergency plus an internship to gain real-world experience.<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n

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        Download a Curriculum Checksheet<\/p>\r\n

        Select your starting term<\/p>\r\n

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