| Job Title | Typical Education | Median Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Biostatisticians | Bachelor's Degree | $79,062 |
| Fitness Trainers and Aerobics Instructors | Bachelor's Degree | $42,792 |
Kinesiology Program
Kinesiology — a rapidly expanding field in the fitness and healthcare arena — is the study of human development, anatomy, physiology, mechanics, and motor learning.
Within each kinesiology subdiscipline, you learn about stressors — both positive and negative — that govern human performance. Class discussions focus on numerous clinical conditions, and the exercise, nutritional, and medical techniques you can use to prevent and control these problems.
Most career options in kinesiology require additional education, four-year or graduate degrees, and certification by specified agencies. SMC’s kinesiology courses prepare you for advanced studies in kinesiology, physical therapy, exercise physiology, sports medicine, and other related life science programs.
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Program Paths
Kinesiology
Associate in Arts for Transfer
This AA-T degree is geared toward students who want to transfer into an upper-division baccalaureate program at a California State University (CSU). The Associate in Arts in Kinesiology for Transfer (AA-T) involves the study of human development, anatomy, physiology, mechanics, and motor learning. Within each subdiscipline, students study stressors—both positive and negative—that govern human performance. In addition, discussions focus on exercise, nutrition, and techniques used to achieve health and wellness. Students develop and integrate the concepts and principles from each subdiscipline to understand the complexity of the human body.
Potential Career Options
Fitness and Wellness Coordinators
Salary: $77,771
Typical Education Bachelor Degree
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Accounting
Nutrition and Dietetics
Athletic Trainers
Salary: $50,290
Typical Education Bachelor Degree
What We Offer
Kinesiology
Athletic Coaching
Exercise Physiologists
Salary: $60,213
Typical Education Bachelor Degree
What We Offer
Kinesiology
Resources, Transfer, and Career Opportunities
Student Resources
We know college isn't always easy. We are here to help as you navigate through your SMC journey. This resource connects to information about Financial Aid, Tutoring Services, the Center for Wellness and Wellbeing and much more!
Transfers Preparation
Many colleges and universities offer baccalaureate degrees in this field. Students planning to transfer to a four-year college or university need to know which courses completed at Santa Monica College will be accepted at the specific college/university.
Career Opportunities
Our Business programs are designed to have students' career ready. Consider scheduling an appointment with a career advisor with knowledge of the profession you plan to pursue to discuss internship and jobs as well as steps you can take to become job ready.