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What Exercise Physiologists Do
Exercise physiologists develop fitness and exercise programs that help injured or sick patients recover.
Work Environment
About half of exercise physiologists are self-employed. Most others work for hospitals and other healthcare providers. Most exercise physiologists work full time.
How to Become an Exercise Physiologist
Exercise physiologists typically need at least a bachelor’s degree. Degree programs include science and health-related courses, such as biology, anatomy, kinesiology, and nutrition, as well as clinical work.
Pay
Job Outlook
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About $tools.number.format('#,###',$op) openings for exercise physiologists are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.
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More Information, Including Links to O*NET
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