Kinesiology
Associate Degree for Transfer - (CSUGE) AA890 (IGETC) AA891
Kinesiology
Kinesiology is the academic discipline concerned with the science of human movement, applying the latest evidenced based research to improve function, health and wellness of people in all settings and populations. This major will enhance your physical skills and development in the areas of Aquatics, Team Sports, Individual Sports, Fitness and dance. Students will also be exposed to the history and philosophy of Kinesiology.
Kinesiology - ADT (CSU and UC)
0-15 units
| Fall/Spring | Units |
|---|---|
| KIN 10 | 3 |
| ENG 1A | 4 |
| Choose one course from Aquatics, Combatives, Dance, Fitness, Individual Sports, or Team Sports (Select one course maximum for any of the above areas) | 1 |
| PSY 9 | 3 |
| Gui 45 | 1 |
| Intersession (Winter or Summer term) | Units |
|---|---|
| DAN 6 | 3 |
16-30 units
| Fall/spring | Units |
|---|---|
| MAT 12 or PSY/SOC 48 | 4 |
| Choose one course from Aquatics, Combatives, Dance, Fitness, Individual Sports, or Team Sports (Select one course maximum for any of the above areas) | 1 |
| COM 1, 6, or 9 | 3 |
| KIN 30 | 3 |
| Any CSU/UC Transferable Elective Course | 1-3 |
| Intersession (Winter/Summer) | Units |
|---|---|
| HIS 6/6H or 7/7H | 3 |
31-45 units
| Fall/spring | Units |
|---|---|
| BIO 50A | 4 |
| GEO 1 | 3 |
| ENG 1B | 4 |
| Choose one course from Aquatics, Combatives, Dance, Fitness, Individual Sports, or Team Sports (Select one course maximum for any of the above areas) | 1 |
| Any CSU/UC Transferable Elective Course | 1-3 |
| Intersession (Winter/Summer) | Units |
|---|---|
| POL 1 | 3 |
45-60+ units
| Fall/spring | Units |
|---|---|
| BIO 50B | 4 |
| SOC 1 | 3 |
| THE 3 | 3 |
| Any CSU/UC Transferable Elective Course | 3 |
For alternative CSU/UC General Education options refer to the RCC Catalog, under Requirements for College Transfer.
Milestones
Milestones are courses, co-curricular activities and recommendations from your Student
Success Team that will keep you on track towards completion of your degree. Check
off your milestones as you complete them.
- Complete English 1A (transfer-level English)
- Complete MAT 12 (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