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Clinical Exercise Physiology

Career outlook

Career outlook

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What jobs are there?

What jobs are there?

Employment of exercise physiologists is projected to grow 10 % from 2022 to 2032, much faster than the average for all occupations, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. UWL’s graduates have earned a reputation for being well-prepared and ready to step right into the job market after graduation. A strong alumni network has also led to many employment opportunities for graduates.

 What salary can I expect to make?

What salary can I expect to make?

Starting salaries for recent graduates who go into a hospital or clinical setting have ranged from approximately $48,000-$60,000 per year among UWL graduates, depending on location. Salaries vary and are typically lower in the Midwest and higher on the east and west coasts. Students who have additional degrees (e.g., PT, RN, dietetics) also command higher salaries upon graduation.

 What certification will I get?

What certification will I get?

Graduates are prepared to sit for the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP) examination.

Exercise physiologist job outlook

Employment of exercise physiologists is projected to grow 10 % from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

UW-La Crosse’s Clinical Exercise Physiology program graduates have earned a reputation for being well-prepared and ready to step right into the job market after graduation. A strong alumni network has also led to many employment opportunities for graduates.

Exercise physiology degree jobs

Approximately 85% of UW-La Crosse Clinical Exercise Physiology program graduates enter clinical positions. The remaining 15% attain positions in adult or corporate fitness settings or obtain additional degrees such as a Ph.D., P.A., M.D. or advanced nursing program.

Exercise physiologist salary

Starting salaries for recent graduates who go into a hospital or clinical setting have ranged from approximately $48,000-$60,000 per year among UWL graduates, depending on location. Salaries vary and are typically lower in the Midwest and higher on the east and west coasts. Students who have additional degrees such as a physical therapy, registered nurse or dietetics degree also command higher salaries upon graduation.

Certification

All graduates of UWL’s program are prepared to sit for the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP) examination.