LVC exercise science student and faculty demonstrate equipment

Master of Science in Clinical Exercise Physiology

Help patients with complex medical conditions regain their quality of life through fitness. As a student in Lebanon Valley College’s Master of Science in Clinical Exercise Physiology program, you’ll build the skills to help children and adults overcome cardiovascular, pulmonary, neuromuscular, and other challenges through safe, personalized exercise plans. We are one of only 16 accredited clinical programs in the country.

Next start date: August 2026 (Fall 1 term)

The Master of Science in Clinical Exercise Physiology is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation for the Exercise Sciences (CoAES).

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
9355 113th St N, #7709
Seminole, FL 33775 727-210-2350

Learn More About the Clinical Exercise Physiology Masters

Our CAAHEP-accredited clinical exercise physiology graduate program will prepare you for American College of Sports Medicine Clinical Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-CEP) certification, a designation that enhances job opportunities, ensures adherence to industry standards, and boosts credibility.

We offer seven-week, accelerated clinical exercise physiology courses online and three immersive residency weekends. Classes can be completed in one year; then you will begin real-world training in your 600-hour internship.

 

33
credits
$778
2025–26 cost per credit hour
Online
format with 3 residency weekends
1 year
time to completion + 600-hour internship
Exercise science class does cardio workout in Arnold Sports Center Arena

M.S. in Clinical Exercise Physiology Experience

Hands-On Experience

You will complement your clinical exercise physiology classes with three intensive on-campus weekends where you will practice skills for your internship. You’ll perform client assessments, run stress tests, learn to identify normal vs. abnormal heart rhythms, and develop comprehensive rehab programs.

The residency experience takes place in our state-of-the-art Lewis Human Performance and Exercise Physiology labs. Located in the Jeanne and Edward H. Arnold Health Professions Pavilion, our facilities and biomechanical equipment rival what is offered at large research institutions.

Real-World Training

Before you graduate, you’ll complete a 600-hour internship in a cardiopulmonary or rehabilitation exercise program for special populations. Our faculty and career coaches can connect you with one of several regional healthcare networks or research institutions that meet your career goals.

The clinical exercise physiology internship allows you to gain valuable work experience and engage in human performance assessment, protocol or equipment development, and/or research activities with faculty.

In Their Words

The support from my professors and classmates was incomparable. They all offered their free time to do Zoom calls and answer emails as soon as possible, to answer any questions I had.
Alexandra Sukley M’22, Clinical Exercise Physiologist, Capital Area Cardiovascular Associates

Visit Our Campus

Find out more about the M.S. in Clinical Exercise Physiology program, tour the campus, and see our state-of-the-art health science facilities during a personalized campus visit. Contact Graduate & Professional Studies to schedule your visit.

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