Wexford University Accepts Transfer Credits from NESTA and Spencer Institute for Associate's Degree in Fitness Training Online Program

    RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA, September 14, 2012 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Making an online fitness education easier than ever, Wexford University now accepts transfer credits from both the National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association (NESTA) and the Spencer Institute, which offers a variety of health and wellness certifications. The transfer credits can be applied to the associate of arts degree in Fitness Training, available through the 100 percent online Wexford University, which offers online associates through doctoral degrees in health, fitness, exercise and nutrition.

Specific transfer credits will be determined by the Wexford University admissions office. In addition, Wexford also accepts transfer credits from both U.S. and international schools for students interested in pursuing an online education in fitness, wellness or nutrition. Winter classes begin January 2013 at http://wexford.edu/.

"Wexford is all about world-class education in the latest health and fitness topics, making it a perfect complement to a variety of NESTA and Spencer Institute certifications," said Jack Bauerle, Chancellor of Wexford University. "These transfer credits will make it easier for students interested in pursuing a fitness degree to combine their current passion and lifestyle with a diploma that they can use for a lifetime."

In addition to the associate's degree in Fitness Training, Wexford University also offers the following degree programs: a bachelor of science degree in Health and Fitness, a master of science degree in Nutrition and Exercise, a master of arts in Applied Sports Psychology and a doctorate degree in Applied Sports Psychology.

To earn admission to Wexford University, students must be 18 years of age or older, complete an online admissions form and send official transcripts from previous educational institutions, if applicable. A 10 percent discount is available when tuition is paid in full upfront, and military personnel can also receive an additional 15 percent discount on tuition.

Wexford University is dedicated to providing world-class education through cutting-edge technology, offering direct application degree programs in an accelerated format with 100 percent online learning to save time and money. Programs include an associate of arts degree in Fitness Training, bachelor's degree in Health and Fitness, master's degree in Nutrition and Exercise as well as master's degree and doctorate degree in Applied Sport Psychology. Wexford University is the higher education division of NESTA (National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association). For more information, please visit http://wexford.edu/.

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