This program is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide a pathway to careers in sports medicine and physical rehabilitation. Students may become certified in the safety and emergency procedures used to prevent, treat, and manage sports injuries. Students will also study exercise science to learn how to create and manage rehabilitation plans and how to provide fitness training. Collaboration with school and community resources will serve to give students real-world and real-work experience. In addition, an even greater variety of high pay, high demand careers await students who continue their training in a related area at the college level.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Exercise Physiology Lab Tech
Fitness Center Employee
Health and Wellness Center Employee
Sports Facility Employee
Rehabilitation Facility Employee
Physical Therapy Aide
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES WITH FURTHER EDUCATION
Certified Athletic Trainer
Exercise Physiologist
Occupational Therapist
Physical Therapist
Physical Therapy Assistant Chiropractor
Physician’s Assistant
Physician
Orthopedic Surgeon
Recreational Therapist
Personal Trainer
Paramedic
* Average Salary Range: $24,000- $90,000
* Based on skill level, education and experience