Kinesiology is the study of movement as it relates to physical activity, health, disease prevention, exercise, and sport. Kinesiology majors are grounded in an interdisciplinary body of knowledge which encompasses the biological, psychological, physical, and social sciences. They use this knowledge to understand how the human body responds to movement, exercise, exercise training, and overall fitness. Employment opportunities include health care, coaching, sports officiating, athletic training, and education. A baccalaureate degree in Kinesiology can serve as the foundation for a career in physical therapy, occupational therapy, or medical school.
Students must complete required courses with a āCā or “P” minimum in addition to the following requirements:
(1) Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:
(A) The Cal-GETC General Education Breadth Requirements.
(B) A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district
(2) Obtainment of a minimum overall grade point average of 2.0. Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Transfer to a related major in the California State University (CSU) system.
- Effectively communicate in writing and verbally on topics in Kinesiology.
- Utilize their experiences across a variety of health related and skill-based activities to inform their scholarship and practice in the sub disciplines in Kinesiology.
- Identify and analyze social justice and equity issues related to Kinesiology for diverse populations.
- Explain, identify, and/or demonstrate the theoretical and/or scientific principles that can be used to address issues or problems in the sub-disciplines in Kinesiology.