Exercise Science and Wellness, A.A.S.
Kirkwood Community College's Exercise Science program will provide the training necessary to become a nationally recognized fitness professional and/or to continue to an institution offering bachelor's degrees, or to further individual knowledge in order to serve the local community. Students within the exercise science program will attain skills in assessment and identification of health risks and fitness program design for general and special populations. Students would also gain knowledge and understanding of physical and physiological adaptations to the environment and exercise and be able to utilize that knowledge to educate others regarding proper exercise form, anatomy, physiology, an