PVC Pirates Pathways: Kinesiology

Associate of Arts in Kinesiology (AA-T)

Description:  
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. Kinesiology majors can find employment in health care, coaching, sports officiating and athletic training. Public schools also recruit kinesiologists for their physical education departments or programs. Lastly, a baccalaureate degree in Kinesiology can also lead to advanced degrees in Physical Therapy, Occupation Therapy or Medical School.  

Career Info:
Kinesiology is the study of the movement of the human body, and includes courses in sports, fitness, human anatomy and physiology. Kinesiology may include aquatics, combative, team sports, individual sports, fitness and dance, as well as other relevant sciences. Possible careers include athletic training and coaching, health and fitness businesses, physical education and therapeutic exercise and rehabilitation. Some fields may require additional training.  Here's some future career possibilities from the CA Career Zone.

Transfer Info: 
Visit www.adegreewithaguarantee.com for more information on transfer by using the search tool to explore majors. An AA-T in Kinesiology guarantee’s admissions to the CSU system, major/concentration in related majors. See a Counselor for UC Pathways or AICCU.