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Fitness & Exercise Associate's Degrees

Are your friends always asking you for advice about the exercise routine that they should use to get in shape, or the best diet for losing weight and building muscle? If you’ve often wished that you could put your natural interest in nutrition and exercise to work for you in a rewarding career, then you’ve got to seriously consider pursuing an associate’s degree in fitness & exercise science. This type of degree would allow you to learn how to monitor fitness equipment and trouble shoot malfunctions, supervise client use of exercise equipment and programs for the best results, manage other workers, communicate with clients and management, and discover the latest scientific breakthroughs in the industry. Schools like the University of Arizona and San Diego State University offer programs that would provide these skills.

Earning an associate’s degree in this field will make your resume much more attractive to employers who might be considering you for an entry level job. You will be able to pursue careers in private and public gyms and fitness clubs, as well as a career as a personal trainer or nutritional consultant. It’s always a good idea to research the additional educational requirements involved at our fitness & exercise career center page.

This type of degree is considered an introduction to formal training in the field and a stepping stone for your career. This advanced training will make it possible for you to earn up to forty percent more a year.



Top Fitness & Exercise Schools

      
  • Kaplan University

    Advance your career with an online degree from Kaplan University.

    Programs

    • AAS in Business Administration - Health Club Operations
    • BS in Nutrition Science
    Location:
    Fort Lauderdale: 6301 Kaplan University Avenue, Fort Lauderdale FL 33309
    Kaplan University
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  • Globe University/MSB

    Gain the tools you need for success at Globe University.

    Programs

    • AAS in Health Fitness Specialist
    • BS in Health Fitness Specialist

    Location: Online

    Globe University/MSB
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  • Southwest Institute of Healing Arts

    Explore a new direction with Southwest Institute of Healing Arts.

    Programs

    • Mind-Body Wellness Practitioner Diploma Program - Online
    • Mind-Body-Transformational Psychology Degree Program - Online
    • Holistic Nutrition Specialist – 100 Hr Certificate of Excellence- Online
    • More...

    Location: Online

    Southwest Institute of Healing Arts
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  • Stratford Career Institute

    Earn Your Diploma from Home!

    Programs

    • Fitness and Nutrition

    Location: Online

    Stratford Career Institute
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  • Post University

    Earn your degree online or on campus and accelerate your life.

    Programs

    • B.S. in Sport Management
    Location:
    Waterbury: 800 Country Club Rd., Waterbury CT 06723
    Post University
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  • Walden University

    Earn a respected bachelor's degree, master's degree, or Ph.D. online at Walden University.

    Programs

    • B.S. in Health Studies -Health Psychology and Behavior

    Location: Online

    Walden University
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  • Kaplan University International

    Programs

    • BS in Nutrition Science
    Location:
    Fort Lauderdale: 6301 Kaplan University Avenue, Fort Lauderdale FL 33309
    Kaplan University International
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  • Penn Foster Schools

    Advance your career with our affordable, self-paced, career-focused distance education programs.

    Programs

    • Certified Personal Trainer
    Location:
    Scranton: , Scranton PA 18501
    Penn Foster Schools
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  • Ashworth College

    Earn your degree or diploma on your schedule and succeed at Ashworth College.

    Programs

    • Fitness and Exercise
    • Nutrition, Diet and Health
    • Nutrition Specialist
    • More...
    Location:
    Norcross: , Norcross GA
    Ashworth College
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