The Associate of Science Kinesiology degree at Grayson College is designed for transfer to four-year institutions and can lead to a bachelor's degree in sports management, physical education, physical therapy assistant, and other various degrees related to health and fitness.
Students are advised to consult with the university/college of their choice to determine if all courses recommended by Grayson College are applicable to that institution’s Kinesiology degree program.
Program Learning Outcomes
| Subject | Semester Hours |
|---|---|
| Component Area Option | 3 |
| ENGL 1301 (Composition I) | 3 |
| American History Core | 3 |
| Mathematics Core | 3 |
| Kinesiology Elective | 3 |
| Communication Core | 3 |
| Life & Physical Science Core | 3 |
| Life & Physical Science Lab (CAO) | 1 |
| Creative Arts Core | 3 |
| Government/Political Science Core | 3 |
| Kinesiology Elective | 3 |
| Language, Philosophy, Cultural Core | 3 |
| Life & Physical Science Core | 3 |
| Life & Physical Science Lab (CAO) | 1 |
| Kinesiology Elective | 3 |
| Kinesiology Elective | 3 |
| Kinesiology Elective | 1 |
| Social & Behavioral Science Core | 3 |
| Government/Political Science Core | 3 |
| Kinesiology Elective | 3 |
| American History Core | 3 |
| Kinesiology Elective | 3 |
| total: | 60 |
*Please review your Student Planner or contact your Student Success Coach/Faculty Mentor to review which courses may be used to fill this degree requirement. The Associate of Science Degree requires that TSI requirements are met.
Students earning an Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, or Associate of Arts in Teaching Degree at Grayson College must complete 42 hours of a state mandated Core Curriculum in addition to major courses and electives in their particular area of interest.
Introduction to basic conditioning exercises with primary instruction on proper stretching, weight lifting techniques, and aerobic conditioning methods.
Designed to improve one’s fitness level including strength, muscular endurance, running techniques, etc.
Presentation of current scientific and technical information related to a particular activity with emphasis on developing health and skill related fitness, as well as fundamental skills.
This course offers development of skills and personal potential for student athletes interested in improving their performance or preparing for further competition at the upper collegiate level.
This course will provide an overview of the lifestyle necessary for fitness and health. Students will participate in physical activities and assess their fitness status. Students will be introduced to proper nutrition, weight management, cardiovascular health, flexibility, and strength training.
The purpose of this course is to provide students with an introduction to human movement that includes the historical development of physical education, exercise science, and sport. This course offers the student both an introduction to the knowledge base, as well as information on expanding career opportunities.
This course provides an introduction to the fundamentals, concepts, strategies, applications, and contemporary trends related to understanding personal and/or community health issues. This course also focuses on empowering various populations with the ability to practice healthy living, promote healthy lifestyles, and enhance individual well-being.
Instruction and practice for emergency care. Designed to enable students to recognize and avoid hazards within their environment, to render intelligent assistance in case of accident or sudden illness, and to develop skills necessary for the immediate and temporary care of the victim. Successful completion of the course may enable the student to receive a certificate from a nationally recognized agency.
The purpose of the course is to study officiating requirements for sports and games with an emphasis on mechanics, rule interpretation, and enforcement.
Study of the history, theories, philosophies, rules, and terminology of competitive sports. Includes coaching techniques.
This course is designed to familiarize students with knowledge, understanding, and values of health-related fitness and its influence on the quality of life emphasizing the development and implementation of fitness programs.
Study of the use, misuse and abuse of drugs and other harmful substances in today's society. Physiological, Sociological, Pharmacological and Psychological factors will be emphasized.
Designed to further enhance individual conditioning, stretching, weight lifting techniques, and aerobic conditioning.
Designed to further enhance one’s fitness level including strength, muscular endurance, running techniques, etc.
Presentation of current scientific and technical information related to a particular activity with emphasis on developing health and skill related fitness, as well as fundamental skills.
This course offers development of skills and personal potential for student athletes interested in improving their performance or preparing for further competition at the upper collegiate level.
Prevention and care of athletic injuries with emphasis on qualities of a good athletic trainer, avoiding accidents and injuries, recognizing signs and symptoms of specific sports injuries and conditions, immediate and long-term care of injuries, and administration procedures in athletic training.
An overview of the program of activities in elementary school physical education. Includes The study and practice of activities and principles that promote physical fitness with an emphasis on historical development, philosophical implications physical fitness, and kinesiology.
Last updated: 04/20/2022