For a career with meaning and value, study Allied Health at Saint Francis.

“The Health and Exercise Science program shows us how it works in the real world. I already shadowed two different athletic trainers and a coach and it was eye opening … I feel invested in at Saint Francis, both in and out of the classroom.” — Joshua Nziza ’27, Health and Exercise Science major

Degrees that Make a Difference

• Health and Exercise Science, B.S.
• Physical Therapist Assistant, A.A.S.
• Social Work, B.S.W.

Allied Health professionals are in demand! The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 1.8 million open healthcare positions each year through 2032.

Get Hired

Saint Francis graduates have a 96% career success rate and many are hired before graduation. Some academic programs, including several in Allied Health, have a 100% success rate.

Programs and Highlights

Health and Exercise Science, B.S.

Our degree in Health and Exercise Science will prepare you for a variety of careers (including national personal trainer certification) or for graduate school and careers in physical therapy, occupational therapy, athletic training and more. Concentrations in Health Promotion; Kinesiology; Strength and Conditioning

• $54,860: Average salary for exercise physiologist/kinesiologist
• $57,930: Average salary for athletic trainer
• 100% career success

Physical Therapist Assistant, A.A.S.

Combine with a bachelor’s degree in Health and Exercise Science and prepare for DPT school or get right to work. Complete 4 clinical rotations; PTAs are in high demand!

• $58,740: Average salary for physical therapist assistant

Social Work, B.S.W.

Become an advocate for change and improve the lives of others with a B.S.W. Students complete 3 field experiences and graduate with 575 hours of direct experience.

• $58,380: Average salary for social worker