Kinesiology

Kinesiology
The Associate Degree for Transfer in Kinesiology is a 60-unit degree program (that provides lower division preparation) for student planning to transfer to a CSU for a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology. The Associate Degree for Transfer in Kinesiology provides a general preparation for Kinesiology majors to be able to enter any four-year university. Students must consult with the specific requirements of a non-CSU campus to which they are applying. Students completing the Associate Degree for Transfer in Kinesiology will be prepared to transfer to a CSU and pursue a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. In this major, students will enhance physical skills and development in the areas of Aquatics, Combatives, Team Sports, Individual Sports, Fitness and Dance. Students will also be exposed to the history and philosophy of Kinesiology.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students should be able to:
- Identify and utilize principles of the major body systems of Anatomy and Physiology as they relate to movement and physical activity.
- Analyze and apply physical skills and movements related to physical activity.
- Develop goals and devise strategies for personal development, physical well-being and lifelong learning.
Kinesiology - ADT (CSU and UC)
Fall/Spring | Units |
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KIN 10 | 3 |
ENG C1000/C1000H | 4 |
Bio 1/1H | 4 |
Kinesiology Movement based course | 1 |
Intersession (Winter or Summer term) | Units |
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MUS 19 or 25 or 26 or 89 or ART 6 or AHS 6 or DAN 6/6H or THE 3 |
3 |
*LOTE - One semester of foreign language if not met with High School requirements |
5 |
Fall/spring | Units |
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BIO 50A | 4 |
ENG 1B/1BH | 4 |
KIN Movement based course | 1 |
STAT C1000/C1000H or PSY 48 or SOC 48 | 3-4 |
Intersession (Winter/Summer) | Units |
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HIS 6/6H or 7/7H | 3 |
PSYC C1000/C1000H | 3 |
Fall/spring | Units |
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BIO 50B | 4 |
COMM C1000/C1000H , 6, 9/9H | 3 |
EST 1, 15 or POL 23 | 3 |
KIN 30 | 3 |
Intersession (Winter/Summer) | Units |
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POLS C1000/C1000H | 3 |
KIN Movement based course | 1 |
Fall/spring | Units |
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CHE 2A or 3 | 4 |
KIN 4 or 35 or 36 | 3 |
HUM 10/10H or PHI 10/10H | 3 |
SOC 1/1H or 2 or 10/10H | 3 |
Associate in Art for Transfer Degree
The Associate in Art in Kinesiology for Transfer degree will be awarded upon completion of 60 California State University (CSU) transferable units including the above major requirements and the California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) requirements and with a minimum grade point average of 2.0. All courses in the major must be completed with a grade of 'C' or better (or a 'P' if taken as Pass/No Pass).
Milestones
- Complete English C1000 (transfer-level English)
- Complete STAT C1000(Transfer level Math)
- Complete KIN 10
- Apply to Universities (CSU/UC application period Oct 1-Nov 30)
- Apply for ADT degree by beginning of spring term before transfer
- Complete RCC Graduation application (during your last term)
- Meet with your Counselor to Complete your Comprehensive Student Education Plan (SEP)
- Complete FAFSA (Oct 1st - Mar 2nd for priority)
- Meet with Faculty Advisor for career/research opportunities
- Meet with your Counselor to update SEP (every semester)
- Meet with your Counselor for pre-graduation check
- Participate in tutoring, student success workshops or supplemental instruction
- Visit the Career Center for Internship opportunities
- Research transfer institutions
- Attend Transfer workshops and Transfer Fair
- Participate in an internship/ job shadowing
Careers for Kinesiology Majors
CAREERS AND MEDIAN SALARIES 31,000-89,000
- Exercise Physiologist
- Athletic Coach
- Occupational Therapist
- Personal Trainer
- Chiropractor
- Recreation Worker
- Massage Therapist
- Dietetic Technician
- Physiotherapist
- Physical Education Teacher
- Athletic Trainer