Understand: -The Meaning of fitness -Why the body responds to exercise -Nutrition standards and guidelines Benefits of MWCC's Program: -A stepping stone to a fitness and exercise science center -Career and tranfer options -State of the art Fitness & Wellness Center -In depth knowledge of exercise science increases your skills and makes you more markertable to prospective employer -Opportunities are presented for you to earn necessary CPR certification -Prepares you to pursue industry-specific certifications in fitness leadership -Hands on experience -Instructional visits to other fitness facilities Which Program is Right For Me? (Fitness Leadership & Exercise Science Certificate) This program is for those who would like to work part-time as fitness leaders and/or personal trainers as well as those already working in the field but who seek a stronger exercise science background. This certificate prepares students to pursue industry's specific certification exams necessary to fitness leadership. It can be completed in two semesters of full-time study or part-time over a longer period. Liberal Arts & Sciences Degree (with a concentration in Fitness Leadership & Exercise Science) This program is for those who would like to transfer to a four-year college or university to pursue bachelor's degrees in exercise science, exercise physiology, or fitness managment. With a bachelor's degree, a student can pursue fitness magment careers at private and corporate fitness centers. This program can be completed in four semesters of full-time or part-time over a longer period. Contact: For more information about the college, or to apply, contact the enrollment center at (978) 630-9110 or email: admissions@mwcc.mass.edu For more program information, contact Department Chair Nola Sapienza at (978) 630-9261 or email: n_sapienza@mwcc.mass.edu