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Associate Degrees for Transfer

A.A.-T. in Kinesiology

This Associate in Arts in Kinesiology for Transfer provides a path to students who wish to transfer to a CSU campus in Kinesiology and serves the diverse needs of students who wish to obtain a broad and an in-depth understanding of the field. Additionally, this degree allows students to learn the fundamental principles and practices of Kinesiology in order to create a solid foundation for their future personal and academic endeavors.

The Associate in Arts in Kinesiology for Transfer provides students with a major that fulfills the general requirements of the California State University for transfer. Students with this degree will receive priority admission with junior status to the California State University system.

The Associate in Arts in Kinesiology for Transfer (AA-T) may be obtained by the completion of 60 transferable, semester units with a minimum of a 2.0 GPA, including (a) the major or area of emphasis described in the Required Program outlined below (earning a C or better in these courses), and (b) either the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education‐Breadth Requirements.

Catalog Date: January 1, 2025

Degree Requirements

Course Code Course Title Units
BIOL 430 Anatomy and Physiology 5
BIOL 431 Anatomy and Physiology 5
KINES 300 Introduction to Kinesiology 3
A minimum of 8 units from the following: 8
BIOL 310 General Biology (4)
CHEM 305 Introduction to Chemistry (5)
   or CHEM 309 Integrated General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry (5)
   or CHEM 400 General Chemistry I (5)
PHYS 350 General Physics (4)
   or PHYS 410 Mechanics of Solids and Fluids (5)
STAT 300 Introduction to Probability and Statistics (4)
A minimum of 3 units from the following: 3
Select three courses, each from a different category listed below.
Dance:
DANCE 340 Ballroom Dance (1)
DANCE 341 Ballroom Dance II (1)
DANCE 342 Ballroom Dance III: Club Dancing (1)
DANCE 343 Ballroom Dance IV: Latin (1)
DANCE 344 Ballroom Dance V: Swing (1)
DANCE 345 Ballroom Dance VI: Tango (1)
DANCE 348 Ballroom Challenge: Competition and Performance (1)
Fitness:
FITNS 303 Dance Aerobics (1)
FITNS 306 Aerobics: Cardio-Kickboxing (1)
FITNS 307 Aerobic Mix (1)
FITNS 308 Step Aerobics (1)
FITNS 321 Core Conditioning (1)
FITNS 325 Pilates (1)
FITNS 380 Circuit Weight Training (1)
FITNS 381 Weight Training (1)
FITNS 392 Yoga (1)
FITNS 400 Body Fitness (Walking or Jogging) (1)
Aquatics:
FITNS 310 Aquatic Fitness I (1)
FITNS 316 Lap Swimming (1)
FITNS 440 Swimming I (1)
FITNS 441 Swimming II (1)
FITNS 442 Swimming III (1)
FITNS 443 Swimming IV (1)
Combatives:
FITNS 412 Taekwondo I (1)
FITNS 414 Tai Chi (1)
Individual Sports:
PACT 300 Archery I (1)
PACT 310 Badminton I (1)
PACT 350 Golf I (1)
PACT 351 Golf II (1)
PACT 390 Tennis I (1)
Team Sports:
TMACT 300 Soccer, Indoor (1)
TMACT 302 Soccer - Outdoor (1)
TMACT 320 Basketball (1)
TMACT 330 Volleyball (1)
TMACT 331 Volleyball II (1)
TMACT 333 Volleyball III (1)
TMACT 352 Softball, Slow Pitch (1)
Total Units: 24

The Associate in Arts in Kinesiology for Transfer (AA-T) degree may be obtained by completion of 60 transferable, semester units with a minimum overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.0, including (a) a minimum grade of "C" (or "P") for each course in the major or area of emphasis described in the Required Program, and (b) either the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education-Breadth Requirements.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

  • recount the historical evolution of physical education/kinesiology.
  • evaluate current theories, philosophies, and trends in the field of kinesiology.
  • identify key aspects of personal fitness as it relates to physical fitness programs.
  • construct a philosophy of kinesiology that includes goals for lifetime fitness.
  • discuss how sociological, historical, and philosophical factors influence the field of kinesiology.
  • outline the basic principles of current accepted nutritional standards for physically active individuals.
  • describe the basic structure of the human body and how its various systems respond to exercise.

Career Information

This degree is designed to prepare students for transfer to a four-year college or university in Kinesiology. Career opportunities include, but are not limited to, kinesiology instructor, exercise physiologist, athletic trainer, strength and conditioning coach, athletic coach, personal trainer, physical educator, and corporate fitness director.

Associate Degrees

A.S. in Physical Education

This degree provides an educational and practical foundation for students interested in multiple professions in the area of physical education. It also provides coursework required for transfer in physical education majors. Topics include introduction to physical education, care and prevention of athletic injuries, CPR, psychology, nutrition, dance, fitness, recreation, and sport. Students who work closely with their counselor can use this degree to prepare for majoring in kinesiology at a four-year college.

Catalog Date: January 1, 2025

Degree Requirements

Course Code Course Title Units
BIOL 300 The Foundations of Biology (3) 3 - 4
   or BIOL 310 General Biology (4)
   or PSYC 310 Biological Psychology (3)
HEED 310 Heartsaver First Aid, Adult and Pediatric CPR and AED (1) 1 - 1.51
   or HEED 311 Pediatric First Aid, CPR AED (1.5)
KINES 300 Introduction to Kinesiology 3
KINES 330 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries 3
NUTRI 300 Nutrition (3) 3
   or NUTRI 302 Nutrition for Physical Performance (3)
PSYC 300 General Principles (3) 3
   or PSYC 305 Psychology Applied to Modern Life (3)
   or KINES 307 Mental Skills for Sport Performance (3)
A minimum of 3 units from the following: 3
HEED 300 Health Science (3)
OR three units from any of the following: DANCE, FITNS, PACT, SPORT, or TMACT.
Total Units: 19 - 20.5

1If student has Community CPR certification through the American Red Cross, or Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association, the HEED 310 or HEED 311 requirement may be waived.

The Physical Education Associate in Science (A.S.) degree may be obtained by completion of the required program, plus the local ARC General Education Requirement, plus sufficient electives to meet a 60-unit total. See ARC graduation requirements.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

  • list various occupations in the field of physical education
  • identify basic bones, muscles, and ligaments of the human body
  • compare key aspects of personal fitness as it relates to physical fitness programs
  • construct a philosophy of physical education that includes goals for lifetime fitness
  • evaluate current theories, philosophies, and trends in physical education
  • recognize current job opportunities in the field of physical education
  • summarize the education requirements for employment as a professional physical educator
  • evaluate common athletically-related injuries in the field of physical education
  • outline the basic principles of current accepted nutritional standards for physically active individuals
  • discuss the role of physical and psychological health as it relates to physical education
  • recount the historical evolution of physical education
  • demonstrate skills needed to meet the minimal certification standards when performing first aid and CPR as required by a nationally recognized organization

Career Information

This degree is designed for those pursuing a career in coaching, health and fitness, personal training, and prepares students for transfer to four-year colleges and universities.


A.S. in Sports Medicine

This degree is designed to prepare students for transfer in the area of athletic training, exercise science, kinesiology, and other sports medicine related fields. Prevention, identification, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries are emphasized.

Catalog Date: January 1, 2025

Degree Requirements

Course Code Course Title Units
BIOL 430 Anatomy and Physiology 5
BIOL 431 Anatomy and Physiology 5
CHEM 305 Introduction to Chemistry (5) 5
   or CHEM 400 General Chemistry I (5)
NUTRI 300 Nutrition 3
KINES 330 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries 3
KINES 334 Practical Applications in Athletic Training/Sports Medicine 3
PSYC 300 General Principles 3
Total Units: 27

The Sports Medicine Associate in Science (A.S.) degree may be obtained by completion of the required program, plus the local ARC General Education Requirement, plus sufficient electives to meet a 60-unit total. See ARC graduation requirements.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

  • list the minimum requirements to become a certified athletic trainer
  • identify normal musculoskeletal anatomy
  • evaluate common athletic-related injuries
  • demonstrate proper wrapping and taping skills needed to protect commonly injured joints
  • develop a diet for an active individual that is based on current accepted nutritional values
  • create treatment protocols for common athletic-related injuries
  • develop basic rehabilitation protocols for common athletic-related injuries
  • manage the daily athletic training room set-up and break-down for fall and spring sports
  • discuss how injuries affect the psychological health of the injured athlete