Manchester College's majors within the Department of Exercise and Sport Sciences prepare students for careers as athletic trainers, coaches, fitness and exercise leaders, physical therapists, sport managers, youth sport and recreation leaders and teachers. Our graduates are service oriented and strive to continue professional development throughout their lives. Each of our programs emphasize the importance of fitness as it relates to the whole person – mind, body, and spirit.

Students may choose majors in athletic training, exercise science or sport management. Our physical education teacher education (PETE) program offers K-12 teacher certifications in adapted physical education, health and physical education and physical education.  Students across campus can minor in athletic training, physical education, adapted physical education or coaching. Please follow the links below:

• Athletic Training
• Exercise Science
• Fitness and Sport Management
• Health and Physical Education
• Adapted Physical Education

Mission Statement
The mission of the Department of Exercise and Sport Sciences is to enhance the quality of life of each community member by providing opportunities to pursue a personal wellness lifestyle that includes physical, mental, social, emotional, spiritual and career development.