Program Information

The Sports and Fitness Management Program is designed to prepare students for entry level positions in the business of sport and fitness, such as sport promotions, personal training, corporate wellness, health promotions and sports club management. This program provides a sound foundation for those students who plan to pursue careers in fields related to sports medicine, exercise physiology, physical therapy, and athletic training. Sports and Fitness Management graduates are eligible to obtain certification from a variety of certifying bodies, including the American Council on Exercise (ACE) and the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).

A graduate of this program may find employment in fields related to sports medicine, exercise physiology, physical therapy, and athletic training.

Program Options:

Sports and Fitness Management - Associate of Applied Science Degree
Personal Trainer - Technical Certificate of Credit

Program Syllabi

Program Course Descriptions

Faculty Information

Eddie Rhodes Faculty/Sports & Fitness Management Office: West Campus erhodes@westgatech.edu (706) 756-4582 Fax: (706) 756-4664 M.Ed., Sports and Fitness Management, Troy University B.S., Microbiology, Memphis State University A.S., Natural Science, Shelby State Community College Diploma, Medical Lab Technology, Atlanta Tech Registered Medical Technologist Registered Phlebotomist Certified Personal Trainer