top of page

Exercise & Sports Science

Video Transcript Coming Soon

Overview

This program helps students learn the basic skills associated with athletic health care, including basic anatomy and physiology. Students practice the correct techniques for taping, wrapping, and bracing athletic injuries. They also learn to understand the proper ways to use heat and ice. Another key lesson includes instructions on how to chart vital signs, such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and pain. Students who benefit from this program will aspire to become a personal trainer, athletic trainer, or physical therapist.


For more insight into the Exercise & Sports Science program, watch the alumni spotlight video featuring Aida Byers '23.

Possible Certifications

  • ConcussionWise Certification

  • Act 31 Mandatory Reporter

  • Stop the Bleed

  • Heartsaver First Aid, CPR, AED

  • OSHA Certification, Healthcare

Career Opportunities

Below are the potential job opportunities for students graduating from this program. Foundational careers are those that can usually be obtained immediately after high school with the industry-recognized certifications earned at York Tech. Technical careers typically require the industry-recognized certifications earned at York Tech plus a two-year associates degree. Professional careers typically require the industry-recognized certifications earned at York Tech and a four-year college degree (or more).


  • Foundational Careers

    • Certified Personal Trainer

    • Group Exercise Instructor

    • Fitness Center Attendant

    • Cruise Ship Fitness Instructor

    • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

    • Paramedic

    • Physical Therapy Aide/Technician

    • Occupational Therapy Aide/Technician

    • Medical/Fitness Equipment Technician

    • Home Health Aide

    • Medical Transcriptionist

    • Healthcare Support Worker

    • Patient Transporter

    • Telehealth Rehabilitation Assistant

    • Medical Secretary

    • Fitness Center Sales/Other Sales Positions

    • Fitness Equipment Sales Representative

    • Recreational Protective Service Workers (Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, Etc.)

    • Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials

  • Technical Careers

    • Physical Therapy Assistant

    • Occupational Therapy Assistant

    • Massage Therapist

    • Medical Assistant

    • Respiratory Therapist

    • CPR/First Aid/AED Instructor

    • Ultrasound Technician (Diagnostic Medical Sonographer)

    • Radiology (X-ray) Technician

    • Medical Insurance Coder

    • Wellness Coach

  • Professional Careers

    • Certified Athletic Trainer

    • Physical Therapist

    • Occupational Therapist

    • Physical Education, Health Teacher

    • Performance Analyst (Sports Science)

    • Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)

    • Exercise Physiologist/Kinesiologist

    • Prosthetist/Orthotist

    • Dietician/Sports Nutritionist

    • Physician Assistant

    • Chiropractor

    • Corporate Wellness Coordinator

    • Sport Psychologist

    • Recreational Therapist

    • Post Secondary Professor/Instructor

    • Physician (MD/DO)

What to Expect

This is a standalone program that does not rotate with any other programs. Students accepted into it will take Exercise & Sports Science courses during all four years at York Tech, with the exception being students who participate in a co-op opportunity during their senior year.

Uniform

Students at York Tech are required to wear a uniform at all times. While in their shop classes, they must wear the uniform designated by the program instructor. At all other times, students may wear their shop uniform OR York Tech apparel, which is sold through the School Store and the Fan Shop. Please review the Student Handbook for a full explanation of the dress code. 


The specific uniform requirements for Exercise & Sports Science can be viewed below. All items that are hyperlinked must be purchased from the online store associated with the link. Items not hyperlinked may be purchased from any retailer, unless noted otherwise.


Required Items


Optional Items


*Some items sold in the Fan Shop, such as hats, may not be worn during school. Please review the Student Handbook for a full explanation of the dress code.

How to Apply

More information about how to submit an application for York Tech's full-time high school programs can be found on the full-time admissions web page.

bottom of page