Walsh University has earned academic program accreditation from the American Society of Exercise Physiologists (ASEP) for both its undergraduate Exercise Science and Master of Science in Exercise Physiology programs. ASEP is recognized as a leading professional organization of scholars and practitioners in the study and application of exercise physiology to fitness, health promotion, rehabilitation, and sports training. In its official notification letter, ASEP commended Walsh for the exceptional quality and thoroughness of its accreditation materials, noting the application as “a model for other programs seeking accreditation.”
“This is a significant milestone for our students and for Walsh,” said Dr. Kelsey Scanlon, Program Director and Chair of Exercise Science. “Accreditation through the American Society of Exercise Physiologists communicates to employers and professional graduate programs that our students have mastered a curriculum aligned with nationally recognized standards in exercise physiology. We intentionally integrate scientific depth with hands-on application, preparing students to think critically, solve complex problems, and make meaningful contributions through internships, research, and service-learning experiences. This distinction affirms the strength of our undergraduate Exercise Science and graduate Exercise Physiology program and underscores our graduates’ ethical foundation, academic excellence, and professional readiness to excel in the field.”
Dr. Kimberly Cleveland, Dean of the College of Health Sciences, said the accreditation reflects both academic excellence and growing workforce demand.
“Healthcare continues to evolve, and communities need professionals who are scientifically trained, clinically prepared, and ethically grounded,” Dr. Cleveland said. “This accreditation affirms that Walsh is meeting that need with intention and integrity. Our programs are designed not only to prepare students for certification and advanced study, but to equip them to improve health outcomes and serve others with competence and compassion.”
Accreditation through ASEP confirms that Walsh’s curriculum aligns with the discipline-specific competencies required of professional exercise physiologists. It distinguishes Walsh’s programs from more generalized exercise science degrees while reinforcing exercise physiology as a recognized healthcare profession. The accreditation also ensures students are academically prepared to pursue the Exercise Physiologist Certified credential should they choose to do so.
With this designation, Walsh faculty and students gain expanded access to ASEP membership benefits, professional networking opportunities, certification pathways, and scholarly publication resources, further strengthening the University’s commitment to excellence in health sciences education.
About ASEP
Founded in 1997, the American Society of Exercise Physiologists is a nationally recognized professional organization committed to uniting exercise physiologists to promote the scientific foundation and clinical application of exercise physiology.
