Online Master's in Human Movement Science: Master Injury Prevention and Corrective Exercise
With injuries becoming increasingly common among physically active individuals, injury prevention and corrective exercise have become vital across sports, fitness, and healthcare. Concordia University Chicago's 100% online Master of Science in Applied Exercise Science with a concentration in Human Movement Science equips you with the advanced biomechanical, neuromuscular, and movement analysis tools needed to identify dysfunctions, correct faulty movement patterns, and improve functional capacity. Delivered asynchronously with small class sizes, this program prepares you for the National Academy of Sports Medicine's Corrective Exercise Specialist (NASM-CES) credential while balancing work, family, and educational goals.
Program Snapshot
Study the scientific principles of human movement, biomechanics, and injury prevention through a flexible, faith-informed online master's program designed for working professionals.
- Format: 100% Online, Asynchronous
- Degree: Master of Science in Applied Exercise Science
- Concentration: Human Movement Science
- Cost: $575 per credit hour (Guaranteed Fixed Tuition)
- Start Date / Deadline: Cohorts start year-round (e.g., Spring: March 9, 2026; Deadline: March 4, 2026)
- Class Size: Small, community-focused online cohorts
- Certification Alignment: National Academy of Sports Medicine Corrective Exercise Specialist (NASM-CES)
- Outcomes: Sports Performance, Biomechanics, Rehabilitation, and Health Coaching
MS in Applied Exercise Science: Human Movement Science Program Benefits
Gain the scientific foundation, hands-on clinical reasoning, and evidence-based assessment skills required to enhance human performance, prevent musculoskeletal injuries, and restore functional movement.
Master Evidence-Based Injury Prevention and Movement Analysis
Examine neuromusculoskeletal dysfunctions using the NASM Corrective Exercise Continuum. You'll master upper and lower extremity kinesiology, kinematic assessment, and individualized corrective exercise programming to help athletes and active clients move efficiently and remain injury-free.
Learn 100% Online with Fixed Tuition and Flexible Scheduling
Designed specifically for working adults, our asynchronous format lets you access lectures and complete coursework anytime, anywhere. Through CUC's Tuition Guarantee, your rate of $575 per credit hour is locked in and will never increase while you remain continuously enrolled.
Prepare for Industry Certifications and Career Advancement
Directly prepare for the NASM-CES credential and build competencies for high-demand roles across sports performance facilities, physical therapy clinics, wellness centers, and collegiate athletics—or establish a foundation for doctoral study.
Explore Career Pathways
What You'll Learn
This program is designed for movement professionals, fitness practitioners, and clinicians who want to deepen their understanding of biomechanics, neuromuscular control, and injury risk reduction. Whether you are advancing your clinical expertise or aiming for leadership in athletic performance, this concentration delivers practical, science-backed tools.
- Certified Athletic Trainers and Physical Therapy Assistants seeking advanced corrective exercise expertise
- Strength and conditioning coaches focused on injury resilience and functional performance
- Personal trainers and fitness specialists preparing for the NASM-CES credential
- Biomechanics researchers and movement analysis specialists
- Corporate wellness directors and integrated health specialists
- Exercise science educators and college-level instructors
- Professionals preparing for doctoral programs (PhD, DPT, DAT)
Diverse Career Pathways in Human Movement and Injury Prevention
Graduates of the Human Movement Science concentration step into in-demand roles across sports performance, rehabilitation, healthcare, and research.
- Sports Performance Specialist: Optimize athletic performance and reduce injury mechanisms through biomechanical analysis.
- Biomechanics Specialist / Researcher: Evaluate movement mechanics in laboratory, sports, or clinical settings.
- Integrated Health Specialist: Collaborate with healthcare teams to deliver holistic corrective exercise programs.
- Corrective Exercise Specialist: Implement targeted rehabilitation and functional recovery protocols in private practice or sports clinics.
- Health and Wellness Coach: Guide clients through customized corrective and preventive fitness plans.
- Fitness Director / Facility Manager: Supervise evidence-based training and assessment protocols across commercial and clinical fitness centers.
- University Instructor: Teach undergraduate kinesiology, exercise science, and movement analysis courses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions About the Human Movement Science Concentration
It is an advanced, fully online graduate degree focused on the biomechanical, physiological, and neuromuscular aspects of human movement. The curriculum integrates kinesiology, exercise physiology, motor control, and corrective exercise to prepare graduates for leadership in injury prevention, athletic performance, and rehabilitation.
Graduates work as sports performance specialists, corrective exercise practitioners, biomechanics researchers, integrated health coaches, wellness directors, university instructors, and clinical rehabilitation specialists. It also serves as preparation for doctoral programs (PhD, DPT, DAT).
Yes. Coursework is aligned directly with the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES) credential, preparing you to sit for and pass the examination.
Concordia University Chicago locks in your tuition at $575 per credit hour. As long as you maintain continuous enrollment, your tuition rate will never increase during your program.
Yes. All coursework is 100% online and delivered asynchronously, giving working adults the flexibility to study on their own schedule without sacrificing work or family commitments.
Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.85 (or conditional review), submit official transcripts, an objective statement, and letters of recommendation. GRE scores are not required.
Yes. Students can combine Human Movement Science with other concentrations in the MS in Applied Exercise Science program, such as Sports Performance Training, Strength and Conditioning, or Exercise Physiology.
Hear From Concordia University Chicago Alumni
"My favorite class was research methods and design. The instructor's feedback was extremely helpful and what I learned in this class will be applicable throughout the rest of my career. I also enjoyed my sports nutrition course because it was challenging and put me out of my comfort zone."
— Cynthia Miranda (MS Applied Exercise Science – Human Movement Science)
"I really got my money's worth out of that program. You are going to get out what you put in. If you put in the work you will reap the reward. You will make the connections you need to make. You will learn what you need to learn to be a better practitioner."
— Nicole (CUC Alumna)
"The professors are super helpful. Two of my professors who were very meaningful to me were also athletic trainers. They would meet every few weeks and talk about the coursework and my job. Get to know your professors—they can help you with day-to-day work or even land a job."
- Dallas Grato (CUC Alumnus)
"I will tell you that it improved my practice a hundred times over just having a really strong grip on the scientific foundations that build the certification. I was balancing 5 kids and owning a gym. The program is entirely doable and designed for working adults—that's why you choose asynchronous online education."
- Renee Balconi (CUC Alumna & Gym Owner)
Admissions & Requirements
Admissions & Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
- Cumulative GPA of 2.85 or higher (provisional admission considered)
- Completed online application and official transcripts
- Professional objective statement
- Letters of recommendation
Tuition & Financial Aid
- Tuition Rate: $575 per credit hour
- Tuition Guarantee: Locked tuition that never increases during continuous enrollment
- Financial Aid: Federal financial aid, scholarships, and employer payment plans available