Health Fitness Specialist Online
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Health Fitness Specialist Online


Minnesota School of Business (MSB) offers bachelor’s and associate degrees in health fitness specialist through our online college as well as at various campus locations*. With training in health fitness from MSB, you will have the technical and business skills you need to succeed in a growing industry.

Contact us today to learn more about this cutting-edge program. Our admissions representatives can provide more information about our online college, the admissions process and financial aid opportunities.

Offering bachelor’s and associate degrees

MSB-Online offers two programs in health fitness specialist through our online college:

Bachelor’s degree program.This program can be completed in three years of full-time study. Students may choose to specialize in health fitness management courses or attend hands-on seminars such as Muscle Activation Techniques (MAT) or Resistance Training Specialist (RTS) to develop their personal training skills.

Associate degree program. MSB-Online also offers a two-year program that can be completed in 21-months of full-time study. This program prepares students for entry-level positions in health clubs, fitness centers and private personal training studios. Students who earn their associate degrees from MSB may be able to transfer all their credits smoothly into the bachelor’s degree program.

Program coursework

Both the bachelor’s and associate degree programs in health fitness specialist give students a foundation in exercise science principles and sound business practices. They study topics such as:

  • Fitness analysis
  • General nutrition
  • Kinesiology
  • Biomechanics
  • Human anatomy
  • Exercise prescriptions
  • Marketing
  • Principles of child fitness
  • Business communications
  • Worksite health promotion
  • Exercise physiology
  • Career development

Career opportunities

Through MSB’s online college, you can learn the skills and knowledge you need to help others on the path to physical fitness and well-being. With this training, you can prepare for positions such as:

  • Online fitness consultant
  • Personal trainer
  • Group fitness leader
  • Youth athletic coach
  • Community recreation leader
  • Wellness coach

Our career placement services will help you make the most of career opportunities as you begin your job search.

Call today

Admissions representatives at our Shakopee campus are ready to answer any questions you have about earning your health fitness specialist degree online. Call 1-877-655-7676 today for more information.