(Preparing for) Exercise Science/Kinesiology

Program Description

The 90 credit Associate in Arts transfer degree is designed to meet the general education requirements at Washington State four-year institutions and prepares students for junior standing in a baccalaureate Exercise Science or Kinesiology program. With a strong math and science foundation, this major is also excellent preparation for graduate studies in the allied health professions, Psychology, Business, Law or Education. Additional courses may be required for admission into graduate level professional programs. For more information visit our Health Professional Preparation webpage.

Exercise Science/Kinesiology — What is it?

Do you enjoy physical exercise and/or sports? Do you like helping others optimize their physical and mental health? If so, Exercise Science and Kinesiology may be the ideal area study for you. Exercise Science and kinesiology is the science of human movement. With extensive knowledge and skills integrating health and wellness, exercise, body conditioning, rehabilitation, psychology and nutrition, practitioners help others prevent and heal injuries, regain physical abilities, sustain mental health and achieve optimal physical performance.

Contact Us

Faculty and Advising

Contact
Guy Hamilton
Location
2800 Building, Room 2809
Phone
(206) 546-4786
 
Contact
Kira Wennstrom
Location
2800 Building, Room 2816
Phone
(206) 546-4578
 
Contact
Joyce Fagel
Location
2800 Building, Room 2814
Phone
(206) 546-6984

Areas of Study in Exercise Science/Kinesiology:

Cell Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, Chemistry, Physics, Anatomical Kinesiology, Biomechanics, Fitness Nutrition, Injury Prevention, Strength Training, Physiology of Exercise, Human Growth and Development, Interpersonal Communications, Public Speaking, Multicultural Understanding, Risk Management and Public Policy.

Career Opportunities — What can I do with a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science?

Students who study Exercise Science or Kinesiology develop the knowledge and skills to work in a number of health related careers. Depending on area the specialization, graduates work as Exercise Physiologists, Fitness Directors, Personal Trainers, Health and Physical Education Teachers, Coaches and Consultants.

Potential employers include:

Fitness or Health Clubs, Corporate Health and Wellness Departments, Sports Clubs, Sports Medicine Clinics, Non-Profit Organizations, Colleges and Universities, Public and Private Schools and Consulting Firms. For more, please visit the Career Center.

Transfer Possibilities — Where can I transfer?

An Associate Degree from Shoreline  makes it possible for students to transfer to public and private colleges and universities throughout the U.S. with junior standing. Shoreline also has agreements with several universities to make transferring even easier. For transfer within Washington State, we offer a special degree called the AA-DTA. For international students, Shoreline also has conditional admission agreements that allow a student to be simultaneously accepted by Shoreline and a university of the student's choosing.

Length of Program: 90 Credits Completion Award: A.A. Degree