Kinesiology

Why Study Kinesiology at CCC

We are in an exciting time in history where the value of health and fitness is undoubtedly linked to your overall well-being and quality of life. Kinesiology is the study of human movement, which would provide you with the necessary tools and understanding to advocate for lifetime involvement in physical activity for all people.

If you choose to study Kinesiology at Clovis Community College, you’d have the opportunity to enter into a diverse field of academic study and practical application that would allow you to pursue studies and careers in a variety of disciplines.

The Department offers an Associates in Arts degree for Transfer in Kinesiology. The course load, including General Education courses, is completed in two years and prepares you to transfer into four-year Kinesiology programs.

Philosophy

The Kinesiology department at Clovis Community College focuses on giving students a strong foundation in the study of physical education, exercise science, and sport.

Courses and Programs

Kinesiology Courses:
Focus Course Course Title Units
Kinesiology KINES 22 Introduction to Kinesiology 3
KINES 20 Athletic Training (Formerly PE 20) 4
Core BIOL 20 Human Anatomy 4
BIOL 22 Human Anatomy 5
Other Dance 9 Dance Conditioning 1
Dance 10 Modern Dance 1
Dance 14 Beginning Jazz Dance 1

Kinesiology Degree and Certificate Programs:
Program Type Major Code
Kinesiology AA-T C.1270.AA-T

Career Opportunities

Kinesiology majors offer a variety of different career paths. While a two-year degree would be adequate for some entry-level positions such as a sales and tour guide, most of the types of careers shown above would require completion of a bachelor’s degree to make the prospective applicant competitive in the job market. Other, more specialized positions would require a graduate degree (M.A., Ph. D.)

Listed below is a breakdown of potential career opportunities presented by the American Kinesiology Association:

Physical Education

  • Physical Education Teacher at K-12
  • Adapted Physical Education Teacher at K-12
  • Professor of Kinesiology, Physical Education

Sport

  • Coaching at school or college
  • Sport Management
  • Sport Psychologist
  • Sports Information Director
  • Sports Journalist
  • Sports Marketing
  • Sports Officiating
  • Strength and Conditioning Coach

Exercise Science

  • Physical Therapist
  • Occupational Therapist
  • Massage Therapist
  • Personal Trainer
  • Biomechanist
  • Athletic Trainer
  • Exercise Physiologist
  • Registered Nurse
  • Physician Assistant

Additional information on career opportunities can be found at the American Kinesiology Association.

Contacts

Kinesiology Contacts
Name Discipline E-mail Phone
Karie Hannigan Counselor karie.hannigan@cloviscollege.edu 559-325-5352
Orlando Ramirez Instructor orlando.ramirez@cloviscollege.edu 559-325-5374
Clayton Alberston Instructor clayton.albertson@cloviscollege.edu 559-325-5428

Resources

American Kinesiology Association

American Kinesiology Association

Individuals interested in Kinesiology as a profession may find useful information about potential careers on the website of the American Kinesiology Association.

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