Exercise and Nutrition Sciences (EXNS) | University of Montevallo

Overview

Our program is one of few in the country that combines exercise and nutrition sciences in a single degree. We offer unique opportunities to fine-tune your career pathway through specialization in Allied Heath, Health Promotion, Nutrition and Wellness (Dietetics), or Strength and Conditioning. Because the Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a faster than average job growth rate for exercise, health, and nutrition fields through the year 2024, we feel confident that our majors are prepared for rewarding careers and advanced educational and training opportunities.

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Degree/Course Requirements

EXNS Core (36 Credit Hour)

EXNS Core Requirements (36 hours)

EXNS 120 (Health Wellness)
EXNS 200 (Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries)
EXNS 210 (Foundations of Exercise Science)
EXNS 211 Motor Development)
FCS 281 (Introduction to Nutrition)
EXNS 308 (Statistics for Health Professions)
EXNS 380 (Physiology of Exercise)
EXNS 398 (Exercise Testing and Evaluation)
EXNS 486 (Seminar in Exercise and Nutrition Science)
EXNS 487 (Counseling and Wellness)
EXNS 490 (Exercise & Nutrition Science Field Experience)
EXNS 494 (Exercise for Special Populations)

Additional Requirements for Degree (8 hours)

BIO 201 (Human Anatomy & Physiology I)
BIO 202 (Human Anatomy & Physiology II)

Allied Health Degree Plan

Allied Health Requirements (18 hours)

Two (2) Natural Science with Lab (BIO,CHEM, PHYS, etc.)
EXNS 381 (Principles of Biomechanics)
EXNS 481 (Exercise and Disease)
EXNS 492 (Clinical Testing and Interpretation)

Allied Health Degree Plan

Nutrition and Wellness Degree Plan

Nutrition and Wellness Requirements (28 hours)

EXNS 310 (Sports Nutrition)
EXNS 373 (Seminar in Dietetics)
EXNS 382 (Foodservice Systems Management)
EXNS 471 (Applied Research in Food Science)
EXNS 473 (Human Nutrition and Metabolism I)
EXNS 474 (Human Nutrition and Metabolism II)
EXNS 483 (Nutrition Care Process I)
EXNS 484 (Nutrition Care Process II)
EXNS 485 (Life Cycle and Community Nutrition)
FCS 477 (Quantity Foods)

Support Courses (11 hours)

FCS 170 (Introduction to Food Science and Preparation)
BIO 300 (Microbiology)
CHEM 102 (Basic Chemistry II)

Nutrition and Wellness/Dietetics Degree Plan

Strength and Conditioning Degree Plan

Strength and Conditioning Requirements (21 hours)

EXNS 310 (Sports Nutrition)
EXNS 381 (Principles of Biomechanics)
EXNS 488 (Advanced Performance Test & Evaluation)
EXNS 490 (EXNS Field Experience II)
EXNS 496 (Strength and Conditioning)
EXNS 498 (Sport/Fitness Management)
EXNS 499 (Health-Fitness Program Design)

Strength and Conditioning Degree Plan

Health Promotion Degree Plan

Health Promotion Requirements (15 hours)

EXNS 246 (Community and Public Health)
EXNS 250 (Medical Terminology)
EXNS 311 (Principles of Health Promotion and Education)
EXNS 481 (Exercise and Disease)
EXNS 498 (Sports/Fitness Management)

Health Promotion Degree Plan

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Career Opportunities

Career-Ready Graduates

Some careers that the Exercise and Nutrition Sciences Graduates will be prepared to apply for are:

Physical Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Health Educator
Public Health
Food Safety Auditor
Pre-Registered Dietitian
Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach
Personal Trainer

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Scholarships & Aid

Student Aid

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Scholarships

All entering freshmen and transfer students admitted to UM by the scholarship priority deadline will be included in the scholarship evaluation for merit-based scholarships. In addition to merit-based awards, scholarships are also available based on financial need, leadership, community service, choice of major, and other miscellaneous criteria.

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