Exercise Science, BS Pre-Athletic Training Emphasis

106-107 credit hours

The Exercise Science (BS) with emphasis in Pre-Athletic Training provides students with a strong foundation in exercise science while integrating the prerequisite coursework necessary for admission into a graduate-level athletic training program. This emphasis is designed to support a smooth transition into Lindenwood’s Athletic Training (MS) program through the university’s 3+2 accelerated pathway.

Qualified students in the 3+2 pathway can complete both the Exercise Science (BS) and Athletic Training (MS) degrees in five years. During the first three years, students complete the general education requirements and core coursework in exercise science. Upon acceptance into the Athletic Training (MS) program, students begin graduate-level coursework in their fourth year, culminating in the completion of both degrees in five years.

Enrollment in the Athletic Training (MS) program requires a separate, competitive application through the Athletic Training Centralized Application System (ATCAS). The application is completed during the year prior to beginning the Athletic Training (MS) program. Admission is not guaranteed. Minimum eligibility requirements include:

A cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher
Completion or near completion of general education and prerequisite courses
A minimum of 75 undergraduate credit hours completed at the time of application
A minimum of 90 undergraduate credit hours completed prior to entering the Athletic Training (MS) program

Current Lindenwood students and qualified transfer students may pursue the 3+2 option, although individual timelines may vary based on prior coursework. This accelerated program provides an efficient, structured route to professional certification, meeting the educational requirements to sit for the Board of Certification (BOC) examination in athletic training.

Students who choose not to pursue admission to the Athletic Training (MS) program-or who are not accepted-will be required to change their emphasis in the Exercise Science (BS) program or complete the standalone Exercise Science (BS) program to complete their undergraduate degree requirements.

Requirements

Major Coursework

52 credit hours of coursework from the following options:

BSC 22700 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I Credit Hour: 4
BSC 22800 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II Credit Hour: 4
EXS 20100 - Concepts of Physical Fitness: Cardiorespiratory and Aerobic Performance Credit Hour: 3
EXS 20200 - Concepts of Physical Fitness: Strength and Muscular Performance Credit Hour: 3
EXS 24000 - Nutrition Throughout the Lifecycle Credit Hour: 3
EXS 27500 - Research Methods and Data Interpretation Credit Hour: 3
EXS 31500 - Physiology of Exercise Credit Hour: 3
EXS 31600 - Physiology of Exercise Lab Credit Hour: 1
EXS 31700 - Advanced Exercise Physiology Credit Hour: 3
EXS 32500 - Biomechanics Credit Hour: 3
EXS 38700 - Exercise Testing and Prescription Credit Hour: 3
EXS 38800 - Exercise Testing and Prescription Lab Credit Hour: 1
EXS 41500 - Program Design and Implementation Credit Hour: 3
EXS 43000 - Physical Activity for Specific Populations Credit Hour: 3
HFS 21500 - Introduction to Health and Fitness Sciences Credit Hour: 3
HFS 31000 - Functional Anatomy Credit Hour: 3
HFS 33000 - Recreation, Sport, and Fitness Administration Credit Hour: 3
PSY 10000 - Principles of Psychology Credit Hour: 3

Biological Sciences Coursework

4 credit hours of coursework from the following options:

BSC 10000 - Concepts in Biology Credit Hour: 4
BSC 24400 - Introduction to Cellular and Molecular Biology Credit Hour: 4

Chemistry Coursework

3-4 credit hours of coursework from the following options:

CHM 10000 - Concepts in Chemistry Credit Hour: 4
CHM 23000 - General Chemistry 1 Credit Hour: 3

Mathematics Coursework

3 credit hours of coursework from the following options:

MTH 15100 - College Algebra Credit Hour: 3
MTH 15200 - Pre-calculus: Elementary Functions Credit Hour: 3

Statistics Coursework

3 credit hours of coursework from the following options:

MTH 14100 - Basic Statistics Credit Hour: 3
MTH 24100 - Statistics for Natural Science Credit Hour: 3

Pre-Athletic Training Emphasis Coursework

Students accepted into the Athletic Training (MS) program at Lindenwood University will complete the courses listed below.

Students not accepted into the Athletic Training (MS) program at Lindenwood University will be required to change their emphasis in the Exercise Science (BS) program or complete the standalone Exercise Science (BS) program to complete their undergraduate degree requirements.

41 credit hours of coursework from the following options:

HFS 18500 - Medical Terminology Credit Hour: 2
PHY 11100 - Concepts of Physics Credit Hour: 3
PHY 11200 - Concepts of Physics Laboratory Credit Hour: 1
AT 50000 Essentials of Athletic Training Credit Hour: 3
AT 50100 Clinical Practicum I Credit Hour: 3
AT 50200 Clinical Practicum II Credit Hour: 3
AT 51100 Clinical Decision-Making I Credit Hour: 1
AT 53000 Advanced Clinical Anatomy Credit Hour: 3
AT 54100 Orthopedic Evaluation and Management I Credit Hour: 4
AT 54200 Orthopedic Evaluation and Management II Credit Hour: 4
AT 55100 Therapeutic Interventions I Credit Hour: 4
AT 55200 Therapeutic Interventions II Credit Hour: 4
HS 54000 Research Methods Credit Hour: 3
HS 54200 Statistical Analysis Credit Hour: 3