Kinesiology-Sports Medicine

Associate in Science Degree
Transfer Preparation* (Major Code: 01369)

The Associate of Science Degree is designed to give students interested in a career in sports medicine, athletic training or physical therapy an opportunity to develop, practice and implement fundamental skills in the prevention, treatment and rehabilitation of various athletic/orthopedic injuries and related medical conditions. Using a combination of dynamic classroom learning and clinical experience, this program will set a foundation that will aid in the pursuit of a multitude of allied healthcare professions. Completion of this degree will also prepare students for further study or to obtain employment as an entry-level rehabilitation/allied health paraprofessional. Earning this degree may facilitate the student’s transfer to a CSU and/or professional program.

It is recommended for students to consult with an academic counselor to verify that university program requirements have been met, especially if planning to transfer to SDSU. 

Program Student Learning Outcome 

  • Students will understand and apply techniques associated with athletic injury, prevention, and risk management.
Required Core
ES/T 202INTRODUCTION TO KINESIOLOGY3
BIOL 260HUMAN ANATOMY 14
BIOL 261PRINCIPLES OF HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY 14
ES/T 250PREVENTION AND CARE OF ATHLETIC INJURIES3
ES/T 251ADVANCED PREVENTION AND CARE OF ATHLETIC INJURIES3
HLTH 110FIRST RESPONDER3
ES/T 290WORK EXPERIENCE IN EXERCISE SCIENCE2-4
HLTH 201THE SCIENCE OF NUTRITION3
ES/T 136TECHNIQUES OF WEIGHT TRAINING2
Recommended
FUNDAMENTALS OF PHYSICS I
FUNDAMENTALS OF PHYSICS LABORATORY I
DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY
Total Units27-29
1

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Students planning to transfer to a four-year college or university should complete courses specific to the transfer institution of choice. University requirements vary from institution to institution and are subject to change. Therefore, it is important to verify transfer major preparation and general education requirements through consultation with a counselor in either the Counseling Center or Career and Transfer Connections. See catalog Transfer Courses Information section for further information.

To earn an associate degree, additional general education and graduation requirements must be completed.