The College of Exercise Science is the world leader in fitness education and delivers comprehensive, cognitive and practical distance education for fitness professionals, grounded in industry research, using both traditional and innovative modalities. Founded in 1988 by Dr. Sal Arria and Dr. Frederick Hatfield, the International Sports Sciences Association offers 12 certificate programs and an associate of science degree program. Since its inception in 2011, the College of Exercise Science has produced over 2200 graduates in its certificate and degree programs.