1. College Success

• COLLG 110 College Success (3 credits)

• Course purpose: A foundational course to explore and affirm a career choice and build upon the skills, knowledge, and resources that will support you at Pierce College and beyond.

2. Applied Anatomy and Physiology

• KINS 155 Applied Anatomy and Physiology for the Health and Fitness Professional (5 credits)

• Course purpose: This course provides an introduction to basic anatomy and physiology with an emphasis on the relationship to exercise.

3. Nutrition and Exercise

• KINS 252 Nutrition for Sport and Exercise (3 credits)

• Course purpose: In this course you will learn about the fundamentals of exercise and nutrition for health assessment and prescription.

Action Item: Meet with Advisor

Use your Success Network! In your first quarter, meet with your advisor to revisit your career and transfer path, make adjustments to your goals as needed, and plan for your next steps.

4. Essentials of Weight Management

• KINS 253 Essentials of Weight Management (2 credits)

• Course purpose: Weight management is an urgent public health issue and therefore critical for the personal trainer, coach, therapist and/or athletic trainer to have knowledge of safe intervention strategies.

Action Item: Attend Transfer Fair

Attend a transfer fair and choose a transfer institution so that you take the correct prerequisites. 

5. Kinesiology

• KINS 250 Kinesiology (5 credits)

• Course purpose: This is an introductory course with an emphasis on the study of principles of anatomy, physiology, and mechanics in relations to human movement.

6. Exercise Physiology

• KINS 256 Exercise Physiology for the Health and Fitness Professional (5 credits)

• Course purpose: This course will help you to develop an understanding of the scientific basis for exercise training with implication for enhanced health and physical performance integrated.

7. Athletic Training and Acute Injury Management

• KINS 258 Care and Prevention of Injuries (3 credits)

• Course purpose: The Centers for Disease Control states that injuries are a leading reason individuals stop participating in physical activity and that one of its major research goals is to investigate ways to minimize injury risks among people who are beginning or increasing physical activity. This course will introduce guidelines and recommendation for preventing injuries, recognizing injuries and learning how to correctly manage a specific injury.

8. Health Appraisal and Fitness Assessment

• KINS 260 Health Appraisal and Fitness Assessment (3 credits)

• Course purpose: In this course you will learn about current industry standards and how to implement them for health appraisal and assessment to optimize safety.

Action Item: Explore Transfer Options

Explore transfer options and ensure you have all the prerequisites for your program of study on your education plan. Also, ask about the application process and deadlines for transfer. Discuss potential internship opportunities for Summer quarter. 

9. Essentials of Fitness Training

• KINS 254 Essentials of Fitness Training (5 credits)

• Course purpose: In this course you will learn about fitness training and the development of a safe and effective exercise prescription.

10. Client Care and Marketing

• KINS 257 Programming and Marketing for the Health and Fitness Professional (3 credits)

• Course purpose: In this course you will further your knowledge on understanding your relationship with clients, and develop personal marketing materials and a resume and cover letter.

11. Special Populations Care

• KINS 259 Special Populations Care for the Health and Fitness Professional (3 credits)

• Course purpose: This course will allow you to better understand the health and fitness needs for individuals with chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, etc. Other special populations are discussed such as pregnancy, post hip replacement, etc.

12. CPR for the Professional Rescuer

• HSCI 228 CPR for the Professional Rescuer, with First Aid and Blood Borne Pathogens (2 credits)

• Course purpose: Everyone, regardless of their profession, should be training in CPR/First Aid. For many professional rescuers, there is a job-related duty to act in an emergency.

Action Item: Meet with Advisor

Meet with advisor for GPA check and educational plan update. Discuss and confirm internship opportunities with advisor.   

13. Internship

• KINS 262 Internship (5 credits)

• Course purpose: This course is a work-based learning opportunity designed by you and the program coordinator. This course is an independent study and student will work in the sub-discipline of choice under the supervision of an employer/mentor.

Action Item: Apply for Graduation

Way to go! It is time to apply for graduation. Visit the Pierce College Graduation website for details. https://www.pierce.ctc.edu/graduation

14. Math in Society

• MATH& 107 Math in Society (5 credits)

• Course purpose: Those working in the kinesiology field need a strong mathematical foundation to perform basic quantitative analysis as well as perform the basic math skills required for business.

15. English Composition I

• ENGL& 101 English Composition I (5 credits)

• Course purpose: This is a composition course focusing on writing academic essays, developing rhetorical knowledge and critical reading skills and applying effectively the principles of college writing. Kinesiology professionals must be able to create documents with effective written communication. 

16. General Psychology

• PSYC& 100 General Psychology (5 credits)

• Course purpose: This course will provide insight into human behavior.  This information is important for the kinesiology professional to use in working with clients.

Action Item: GPA Check

GPA Check. Meet with advisor.

17. Preparatory Chemistry

• CHEM& 100 Preparatory Chemistry (5 credits)

• Course purpose: This course will provide you will knowledge of basic chemical principles.  A knowledge of chemistry is critical to make knowledgeable choices around supplements and diet choices.

18. Wellness

• HSCI 210 Wellness (5 credits)

• Course purpose: This course will provide a comprehensive study of human wellness principles.

19. General Biology w/Lab

• BIOL& 160 General Biology w/Lab (5 credits)

• Course purpose: This course will introduce you to basic biological processes.  It is important for kinesiology professionals to have a basic understanding of biological processes.

20. Human Relations in the Workplace

• BUS 240 Human Relations in the Workplace (5 credits)

• Course purpose: Skills for success in the various sub-disciplines of kinesiology include customer service skills and the ability to interact with a diversity of individuals by using a variety of communication styles.

21. Public Speaking

• CMST& 220 Public Speaking (5 credits)

• Course purpose: Skills for success in the various sub-disciplines of kinesiology include the ability to communicate orally. This includes the ability to listen to the needs of others, and the ability to use a variety of communication styles to help motivate and engage others.

22. Human A & P 1

• BIOL& 241 Human Anatomy and Physiology 1 (6 credits)

• Course purpose: In this course you will engage in an in-depth study of cells and tissues; integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous and sensory systems.  It is important for kinesiology professionals to have a working knowledge of how the musculo-skeletal system functions.

23. Introduction to Business

• BUS& 101 Introduction to Business (5 credits)

• Course purpose: According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics of the US Dept. of Labor the field of Personal Training is expected to experience growth over the next five years. Personal trainer skills for success include effective business skills, the ability to provide basic accounting, sales, marketing and daily operations management and strategic planning.

24. Nutrition

• NUTR& 101 Nutrition (5 credits)

• Course purpose: You will take this introductory course to learn about the role of nutrition in human health with respect to essential nutrients, factors that affect eating habits, food advertising, nutrition and disease and establishing a healthy lifestyle.

25. Physical Education Course Recommendation (1 credit)

Select from a variety of PE offerings at the college.

Physical Education Courses  

Course purpose: One sub-discipline of kinesiology is physical education teaching. As a student of kinesiology you are expected to integrate the sub-discipline of physical education on a daily basis, and will gain valuable knowledge on teaching practice/pedagogy and leadership by selecting from a variety of PE offerings at the college.

26. Physical Education Course Recommendation (1 credit)

Select from a variety of PE offerings at the college.

Physical Education Courses  

Course purpose: One sub-discipline of kinesiology is physical education teaching. As a student of kinesiology you are expected to integrate the sub-discipline of physical education on a daily basis, and will gain valuable knowledge on teaching practice/pedagogy and leadership by selecting from a variety of PE offerings at the college.

Total Credits 105

Program Code: 351T