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KINESIOLOGY
San Antonio College 2003

For the student planning to enter the field of Kinesiology, San Antonio College offers the first two years towards a bachelor's degree in Kinesiology and Physical Education.

The physical education major is trained to enter the field in a variety of ways such as teaching physical education, coaching sports, athletic training, or being involved in the private fitness industry. State law requires that teachers in public schools be certified. Certifications include all level, K-12; elementary, K-8; and secondary, 6-12. Coaching sports in middle schools could include: football, basketball, track, golf, tennis, soccer, and volleyball. At the high school level, coaching would include the same sports as in middle schools in addition to swimming, water polo, baseball, softball, gymnastics, wrestling, and power lifting.

While at San Antonio College, a student will be able to take a variety of Physical Education activity courses which will add to your expertise. Two theory classes, Foundations of Physical Education and First Aid will in most cases transfer. Additionally, there is a Physical Education Majors Club which will add to your experience and knowledge.

Listed below is a core curriculum which leads to an Associate of Science or an Associate of Arts degree. The specific courses for the core curriculum are listed in the San Antonio College catalog. Consult a counselor or faculty member in the Kinesiology Department before enrolling in any courses. Students do not need to obtain an Associates' degree in order to transfer to a senior college. Generally, these courses will transfer to any senior college, however it is best to have a particular college in mind and coordinate your courses at San Antonio College with those of the senior college.

San Antonio College has 2 + 2 agreements (contracts accepting our courses) with the following colleges:

University of Texas at San Antonio
University of the Incarnate Word
Texas A&M - Kingsville

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS OR ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE

Core Components Composition Speech Modern Language Mathematics Natural Sciences Literature Humanities

Semester Hours 6 3 3 3 7 3 3

Core Components Visual/Performing Arts History Government Social/Behavioral Sciences Physical Education Activity Courses Electives/Physical Education Theory Total Hours

Semester Hours 3 6 6 3 2 15 63

Physical Education Theory Classes
Concepts of Physical Fitness and Wellness
Foundations of Physical Education
Healthful Living
First Aid/Responding to Emergencies

*Physical Education Activity Classes

Fitness Classes: Cardio Kickboxing Cardio Boot Camp Jogging Physical Conditioning Weight Training Indoor Cycling Tai Chi Fitness Yoga

Fitness Walking Aquatic Conditioning Combo Cardio Hi-Lo Aerobic Dance Step Aerobics Water Aerobics Adaptive Physical Conditioning

Skill Classes: Basketball Volleyball Golf Racquetball Tennis Fencing Swimming

Dance Classes: Modern Tap Dance Jazz Dance Ballet Ballroom Dance Dance Performance Recreational: Camping and Backpacking

**Physical Education Theory Classes:

Concepts of Physical Fitness and Wellness First Aid/Responding to Emergencies Foundations of Physical Education Healthfull Living

Employment Opportunity: Entry Level Pay: Length of Program:

Good $39,000 (Public Schools) 2 years (Associate) 4 years (Bachelors)

Careers Prepared For: Elementary Physical Ed. Coaching Personal training/Fitness Clubs Dance Instruction Adult Fitness

Biomechanics Athletic Training Research/College Teaching Outdoor Education Health Education

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