Kinesiology: A.A.
Earn an Associate Degree in Kinesiology
This program is designed to prepare students for transfer into baccalaureate degree
programs in Kinesiology or entry-level health, sports, and fitness-related jobs.
The focus is on preparing students to be able to articulate understanding of scientific
foundations of Kinesiology, distinguish between Kinesiology-related careers, and demonstrate
movement skills competence. Students receive exposure to the sources of knowledge
in Kinesiology through scholarly study of physical activity and physical activity
experience. The student is introduced to courses that promote healthy lifestyle choices
and an active mind and body. Curriculum content may include the introduction to Kinesiology,
nutrition, health awareness, sports medicine, physiology of exercise, and activity
courses. The following classes can lead to obtaining a degree in the areas of exercise
science, sports medicine-athletic training, physical therapy, kinesiology, sports
management, coaching, or allied health-related and fitness-related vocations.
