If you're looking for a flexible, interdisciplinary foundation that prepares you for a variety of career paths, the Nutrition Fitness Wellness major is a great choice. This program integrates strength and conditioning science with nutrition science, giving you the skills needed for diverse post-graduate opportunities.
You'll complete coursework in human physiology, chemistry, exercise physiology, and nutrition. With one-third of your credits dedicated to electives, you can customize the major to align with your career goals.
This major closely aligns with the Sports Performance major, so you may want to explore both options before making your decision.
With a degree in Nutrition Fitness Wellness, you'll be prepared for careers in nutrition supervision, public health, exercise science, health sciences, personal training, and counseling. Graduates find opportunities in corporate wellness, private businesses, hospitals, nonprofits, government agencies, physician offices, and schools.
Common career and graduate pathways include:
If you're considering graduate studies in nutrition-related fields, additional chemistry coursework may be required as electives.
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