The Associate in Arts in Kinesiology for Transfer (AA-T) degree will prepare students with the strong foundation necessary for pursuing studies at the university level in various careers in the health, fitness, and sports industries. Career options include: sport coach, strength and conditioning specialist, athletic director, physical therapist, personal trainer, health club owner, exercise physiologist, sport psychologist, sports management and athletic trainer.

The AA-T in Kinesiology is intended for students who plan to complete a baccalaureate degree in Kinesiology or a related field of study at a California State University (CSU). Students who complete this degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major. Students transferring to a CSU campus that accepts the AA-T in Kinesiology will be required to complete no more than 60 semester units after transfer to earn a baccalaureate degree.

To be awarded the Associate in Arts in Kinesiology for Transfer degree, students must : 

   - Complete 60 semester units or 90 quarter units which are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:

         - The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the CSU General Education – Breadth Requirements.

         - A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.

   - Obtain a minimum grade point average of 2.0.

While a minimum of 2.0 is required for admission, some majors may require a higher GPA.Please consult with a counselor for more information.

Associate Degrees for Transfer (ADTs) also require that students must earn a “C” or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis.  A ‘P’ (Pass) grade is acceptable grade for courses in the major if the course is taken on a “pass/no pass” basis.

Program Learning Outcomes :

   - Demonstrate an understanding of the basic structure of the human body and how its various systems respond, and the implications for program design.

   - Explain the importance of lifetime fitness in today’s society.

   - Identify the values or code of ethics related to the major that reflects one’s respect for different ideas, peoples, and cultures.

   - Demonstrate oral and written competence in the major field.