Kinesiology
Kinesiology is the academic discipline which involves the study of physical activity and its impact on health, society, and quality of life.
The Kinesiology, Health, & Dance Department is student centered in its approach. The department strives to educate and inspire our students to understand the importance of physical activity during the lifespan. Faculty and students work together to improve the quality of life for everyone.
- Fitness
- Individual Sports
- Team Sports
Careers in Kinesiology include:
- Sports Medicine
- Coaching
- Teaching
- Wellness
- Personal Training
- Cardiac Rehabilitation
- Biomechanics
- Physical Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Ergonomics
- Corporate Fitness
- Sports Management
- Athletic Administration
- Sports Broadcasting
- Exercise Physiology
- Sports Psychology
- Sports Officiating
Kinesiology AA-T Degree
Kinesiology AA-T Degree
Kinesiology is the study of the art and science of human movement throughout our lifespan. Students are introduced to evidence-based research supporting the wellness effects of exercise in our communities, schools, work place, and clinical settings. Kinesiology provides areas of study in teaching (pedagogy), coaching, group and personal training, health/fitness promotion, exercise physiology, biomechanics, motor learning and development, athletic training, sports management, dance, adapted physical education, sports psychology, sports nutrition, exercise equipment design/testing, wellness coaching, cardiac rehabilitation, and gerokinesiology, as well as pre-professional training for physical therapy, medicine, and research.
Kinesiology, Health, & Dance Department
Office Hours & Location
Mondays to Thursdays: 12:10PM - 12:30PM
Fridays to Sundays: Closed
Kinesiology North 216
Contact
Aykanush Gevanyan, Department Chair
Phone: (323) 953-4000 ext. 2663
Or contact individually to set up an appointment.
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