BS Nutrition, Fitness, and Health

Traditionally, professionals have been trained in only one discipline, but key components of fitness are both physical activity and nutrition. The nutrition, fitness, and health major provides an in-depth study into the combined areas of physical fitness and nutrition. Students develop critical thinking ability; a broad perspective in nutrition, food chemistry, metabolism and public health nutrition; and good communication skills. Students have the opportunity to complete clinical experiences in a variety of settings including the Cordova Recreational Sports Center, A.H. Ismail Center and with our varsity athletes. Our nutrition, fitness, and health major has earned formal recognition from the National Strength and Conditioning Association for its excellence in undergraduate strength and conditioning education. As such, students are eligible to sit for the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) credential upon receiving their degree.