Exercise Science Degrees in Texas - TX

By Allison Skoglind, allied health world contributing writer
Published: January, 7 2011

Colleges, universities, and online schools are all great places to find exercise science degrees in Texas. Students that prefer classroom-based instruction will be pleased to discover many on-site programs available throughout this southern state in cities such as Seguin, Arlington, Houston, Clarendon, Lubbock, Austin, Waco, Denton, Tyler, Fort Worth, Abilene, San Antonio, Wichita Falls, and College Station.

By graduating from an exercise science program, students can earn a number of different undergraduate and graduate degrees. Examples of undergraduate degrees available in Texas include: Associate in Kinesiology and Exercise Science; Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sport Sciences--Exercise Science; Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science;  Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Exercise Science; and Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology. Graduate programs that offer degrees in exercise science include: Master of Science in Exercise and Sport Sciences with concentrations in Clinical Exercise Physiology, Exercise Physiology, and Exercise and Sport Psychology; Master of Science in Clinical Exercise Physiology; Master of Science in Exercise and Sports Nutrition; Master of Science in Kinesiology--Exercise Science; and PhD in Kinesiology--Exercise Physiology.

Of course, on-site programs that offer exercise science degrees in Texas are not the only ones in existence. In fact, more than ever students are taking advantage of online schools and distance learning programs because degrees can be completed from the convenience of home or office and course schedules are often designed to allow more flexibility. This option is especially attractive for students that are employed full-time or have commuting conflicts. By completing an online exercise science program, students can earn a Bachelor of Arts in Health Care Studies--Exercise Science degree or a Master of Science in Exercise Science and Health Promotion degree with concentrations in Wellness and Fitness, Performance Enhancement and Injury Prevention, Sport Psychology, and Rehabilitation Science.

Exercise Science Schools in Texas

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Carrington College

[Campus]

Locations:

• Phoenix

Programs:

• Massage Therapy

Quick Summary:

Ready for a rewarding career in healthcare? Carrington College™ can help.

South Texas Vocational Technical Institute

[Campus]

Locations:

• Brownsville
• Mcallen

Programs:

• Professional Massage Therapy

Quick Summary: Get the career training you need to succeed at South Texas Vo-Tech.

Texas Center for Massage Therapy

[Campus]

Locations:

• Richardson

Programs:

• Professional Massage Therapy Program

Quick Summary: The Texas Center for Massage Therapy is a member of the Steiner Education Group, which is a subsidiary of Steiner Leisure Limited, a global provider of spa services. Steiner Leisure Limited operates more than 175 spas and salons on cruise ships and at resorts worldwide. Steiner spas recruit from the Steiner Education Group schools.

Milan Institute

[Campus]

Locations:

• San Antonio

Programs:

• Massage Therapy

Quick Summary: Prepare for an exciting new career at the Milan Institute.

Milan Institute of Cosmetology

[Campus]

Locations:

• San Antonio

Programs:

• Massage Therapy

Quick Summary: Get hands-on training for a beauty industry career at the Milan Institute of Cosmetology.