The Associate in Arts in Kinesiology for Transfer degree is an integrated discipline that focuses on scientific, functional and mechanical processes of the human body. Students will learn and understand how to display increasing confidence and preparation in a wide range of areas including, but not limited to; sports medicine, exercise physiology, philosophy, sociology and psychology of sport, personal training, biomechanics, motor development and coaching. This degree will prepare students to pursue further study and achievement of a baccalaureate degree in the discipline of Kinesiology.

Program Level Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

1. Examine the scientific, functional and mechanical processes of the human body.
2. Apply strong verbal and writing communication both in academic and professional settings.
3. Interpret movement and mechanics in a variety of sports and activities. 

Potential careers students may enter upon completion are as follows:

• Sports medicine
• Personal training
• Biomechanics

Associate Degree for Transfer Graduation Requirements

Associate Degrees for Transfer require students to meet the following requirements:

• Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units of degree-applicable courses,
• Minimum overall grade point average of 2.0,
• Minimum grade of “C” (or “P”) for each course in the major, and
• Completion of Cal-GETC.

Students should consult a GWC counselor in order to select the best pathway to meet their educational goals. For students who intend to transfer, the choice of general education will be specific to both their major and transfer institution.

Course List Units

Course	Title	Units
Required Courses - Core
KIN G100	Introduction to Kinesiology	3
BIOL G220	Human Anatomy	4
BIOL G225	Human Physiology	4
Movement Based Courses
Select a maximum of one (1) course from any of the four (4) following areas for a maximum of three units:		3
Aquatics
PE G111	Swimming	1
Fitness
PE G130	Yoga	1
PE G132	Pilates For Fitness	1
PE G173	Introduction To Weight Training	1
PE G181	Muscular Strength Training	1
Individual Sports
PE G150	Badminton	1
Team Sports
PE G186	Activities - Basketball	0.5-1
PE G192	Soccer 1	1
List A
Select two of the following:		7-9
STAT G160	Introduction to Statistics	4
BIOL G100	Introduction to Biology	4
CHEM G180	General Chemistry A	5
PHYS G120	Algebra Based Physics: Mechanics	4
KIN G101	First Aid/Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation	3
Major Total		21-23
GE Pattern (Cal-GETC)		34
Transferable Electives (as needed to reach 60 units)
Total Units		60