Exercise Science to Health Sciences
An opportunity to gain an associate degree from Delaware Tech and a bachelor's degree from Wilmington University.
Your Path to a Bachelor's Degree
Delaware Tech has established agreements with four-year colleges and universities that connect Delaware Tech associate degree programs with bachelor's degree programs to create smooth transfer opportunities for you. These Connected Degree programs enable you to complete your associate degree and then transfer to a four-year degree program as a junior.
The Connected Degree 2+2 Curriculum
Delaware Tech's associate degree program in Exercise Science prepares students as fitness technicians enabling them to properly conduct health screenings, administer exercise tests, and develop cardiovascular and strength training exercise programs. Students will develop an in-depth understanding of exercise physiology, kinesiology, exercise testing, and fitness programming. Graduates will be prepared to continue their education at the bachelor's level and qualified to sit for various certifications. Wilmington University's degree completion program in Health Sciences is for Allied Health practitioners who have earned an Associate's Degree with an Allied Health concentration. This degree is intended for students who have an interest in healthcare roles which provide managerial, educational, and/ or clinical expert direction as well as attracting those students on a pathway toward graduate study. The Health Sciences program intends to stimulate continued professional development and advancement toward graduate education.
Value For You
By completing your associate degree at Delaware Tech, you'll receive excellent instruction in small classes at a campus close to home. Delaware Tech's affordable tuition can reduce the overall cost of your college education, making the completion of your bachelor's degree more manageable.
Making The Connection
Refer to the Connected Degree curriculum for the sequence of courses needed to complete this program. Call Delaware Tech and let us help you follow the path to your bachelor's degree.
Connected Degree Curriculum - Suggested Course Sequence
Exercise Science (Associate Degree - Delaware Technical Community College)
First Semester (Fall)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SSC 100 | First Year Seminar | 1 |
| BIO 120 | Anatomy and Physiology | 5 |
| ENG 101 | Critical Thinking and Academic Writing | 3 |
| CHM 100 | Basic Chemistry | 3 |
| SOC 111 | Sociology or | 3 |
| SOC 213 | Ethical Issues in Healthcare | 3 |
| 15 | ||
Second Semester (Spring)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 121 | Anatomy and Physiology II | 5 |
| ENG 102 | Composition and Research | 3 |
| EXS 100 | Introduction to Exercise Science | 4 |
| EXS 101 | Functional Kinesiology | 3 |
| HLH 110 | First Aid, Safety & CPR | 3 |
| 18 | ||
Third Semester (Summer)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MAT 153 | College Math and Statistics or | 4 |
| MAT 180 | College Algebra | 4 |
| EXS 105 | Conditioning & Strength | 4 |
| EXS 120 | Wellness and Health Promotion | 3 |
| 11 | ||
Fourth Semester (Fall)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 115 | Nutrition | 3 |
| EXS 135 | Exercise Science Clinical I | 2 |
| EXS 205 | Fitness for Special Populations | 3 |
| EXS 225 | Advanced Exercise Testing | 4 |
| EXS 230 | Health Fitness Instruction | 4 |
| 16 | ||
Fifth Semester (Spring)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PSY 121 | General Psychology | 3 |
| EXS 235 | Exercise Science Clinical II | 5 |
| EXS 200 | Nutrition for Sport & Exercise | 3 |
| 11 | ||
Health Sciences (Bachelor's Degree - Wilmington University)
Seventh Semester (Fall)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SCI XXX | Science Elective* | 4 |
| ENG 310 | Research Writing | 3 |
| HSC 303 | Professionalism in Health Sciences | 3 |
| HSC 323 | Health Education & Principles of Teaching | 3 |
| XXX XXX | Humanities Elective | 3 |
| 16 | ||
Eighth Semester (Spring)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MAT 308 | Inferential Statistics | 3 |
| HSC 313 | Ethical and Legal Issues of Health Care | 3 |
| HSC 333 | Leadership for the Healthcare Professional | 3 |
| POL 380 | Health Care Policy | 3 |
| 12 | ||
Ninth Semester (Summer)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SCI XXX | Science Elective* | 4 |
| HSC 343 | Research for Evidenced Based Practice | 3 |
| HSC 423 | Essential of Public Health | 3 |
| XXX XXX | Free Elective/Certificate Course | 3 |
| 13 | ||
Tenth Semester (Fall)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| XXX XXX | Free Elective/Certificate Course | 3 |
| XXX XXX | Health Sciences Upper Level Elective/Certificate Course | 3 |
| XXX XXX | Health Sciences Upper Level Elective/Certificate Course | 3 |
| HSC 433 | Health Sciences Practicum/Capstone | 3 |
| 12 | ||
* Science Elective can be taken at Delaware Tech, please see your advisor for recommended Science Courses.
The Bachelor of Science program in Health Sciences at Wilmington University requires a minimum of 120 credits. Course sequencing may vary by semester. See your advisor. Science elective can be taken at Delaware Tech, please see your advisor for recommended science courses. It is recommended students pursue Health Information Technology Certificate at WilmU
For More Information Contact:
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