Program Overview
Kinesiology - Physical Education Focus
Biological and Health Sciences Division, Room B213, (847) 543-2042
www.clcillinois.edu/programs/kin
Degree: Associate in Science
Plan 11AB-KIN
Kinesiology is the study of the art and science of human movement!
It involves instructing physical education classes, designing and implementing exercise programs, studying about the prevention and treatment of athletic injuries, teaching group exercise classes, creating health behavior change strategies, exploring health promotion and disease prevention, and more! Taking Kinesiology classes at CLC can help students to improve their own level of physical fitness, prepare for a career in the health fitness industry, and provide engaging transfer credit moving on to a four-year program.
Many of our Kinesiology courses also meet the requirements for students pursuing a Physical Education endorsement in Illinois. Successful completion of the certificate and/or degree programs in Kinesiology will prepare students for highly regarded credentials through the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) and other accredited fitness organizations.
This program is recommended for students pursuing a B.A. in Kinesiology with a Physical Education Focus. Students are strongly encouraged to meet with the department chair Joana Pabedinskas early in their program to discuss the different options available within the field of Kinesiology.
The following courses are recommended for students who have not decided upon a specific four-year college or university. Once a transfer school is selected, students are strongly encouraged to meet with an Academic Success Advisor to determine courses at CLC which will also meet the transfer requirements. To complete any transfer degree, students should follow the college requirements for associate degrees that transfer.
All course prerequisites must be met. Additionally, students are required to select one course from the International/Multicultural (I/M) list to meet graduation requirements. A grade of C or better is required for all English course requirements.
First Semester | 15 Credits | |
Course | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
course ^ | College Success Seminar | [2] |
English Composition I | 3 | |
Introduction to Physical Education | 3 | |
Theory and Practice of Fitness | 2 | |
Contemporary Health Issues | 3 | |
Health and Wellness Practicum I | 1 | |
Introduction to Psychology or | 3 | |
Second Semester | 16 Credits | |
Course | Title | Hours |
Philosophy of Coaching | 3 | |
Biomechanics and Kinesiology | 3 | |
Fundamentals of Speech | 3 | |
Principles of Biology or other Life Science Elective | 4 | |
Child Growth and Development | 3 | |
Third Semester | 15 Credits | |
Course | Title | Hours |
Sport and Exercise Nutrition | 3 | |
Physical Education in Elementary Schools | 3 | |
English Composition II or | ||
Advanced Composition: Science and Technical Communication | 3 | |
Contemporary Math or | ||
Quantitative Literacy or | ||
General Education Statistics | 3 | |
Critical Thinking or other Humanities Elective* | 3 | |
Fourth Semester | 15-16 Credits | |
Course | Title | Hours |
Exercise Physiology | 3 | |
Chemical Concepts or | ||
Chemistry for a Changing World or | 3-4 | |
Introduction to Sociology or | 3 | |
Introduction to Ethics or | 3 | |
Introduction to the Performing Arts or other Fine Arts Elective | 3 |
^ The credit for CLC 120, College Success Seminar, is an institutional requirement for graduation. It is not part of the program requirements but must be completed with a D or better.
For more information on recommended courses or program specific advising, please contact department chair Joana Pabedinskas at jpabedinskas@clcillinois.edu or (847) 543-2029 or the Biological and Health Sciences Division at (847) 543-2042.