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Health and Wellness Career Paths

Career Options

Our Nutrition and Exercise Science programs open doors to careers in healthcare, fitness, rehabilitation, and research. Prepare for roles in hospitals, clinics, sports organizations, or continue on to medical, physical therapy, or dietetics programs.

  • Clinical Research Assistant
  • Physical Therapist
  • Strength and Conditioning Coach
  • Physician Assistant(pre-med)
  • Researcher
  • Registered Dietitian (MA)
  • Clinical medical nutrition therapist
  • Community nutrition advocate
  • Food service management

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Discover Health and Wellness Majors and Minors

Dive into the science of movement, metabolism, and nutrition. With expert faculty and hands-on learning, Falk’s programs help you understand the body—and empower others to thrive.

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Coursework Highlights

Falk’s coursework in nutrition and exercise science equips you with evidence-based knowledge to educate, motivate, and lead in health-focused careers.

  • Motor Behavior Across Lifespan
  • Worksite Health Promotion
  • Scientific Principles of Conditioning
  • Human Performance in Extreme Environments
  • Cardiovascular and Skeletal Muscle Physiology
  • Exercise Prescription: Health and Disease
  • Nutrition in Health
  • Nutrition Education and Counseling
  • Clinical Nutrition Therapy
  • Food, Culture and Environment
  • Weight Management, Obesity and Disordered Eating
  • Metabolism of Macro- and Micronutrients

Featured Employers

Our graduates land jobs with top employers.

  • New York Yankees
  • National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • ATI Physical Therapy
  • Upstate Medical Hospital
  • St. Joseph’s Hospital
  • University of Rochester Medical Center
Learn more about degree outcomes