Kinesiology

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Mission Statement for the Kinesiology Program

The Kinesiology Program offers degree options designed to prepare students for a variety of career opportunities in physical education, sport, recreation, and leisure services. The courses and experiences offered enable graduates to successfully enter teaching, coaching, leadership, and supervisory positions in school and community-based settings. B.A. and B.S. degrees are offered in Kinesiology-Teacher Certification and in Sport and Leisure Studies.

Kinesiology Major

See Kinesiology (Grades EC-12, All-Level), B.A. with Teacher Certification  and Kinesiology (Grades EC-12, All-Level), B.S. with Teacher Certification  in the Education section for specific course requirements in Academic Foundations and Core Curriculum, Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science requirements, and teacher certification requirements.

Programs and Courses

Programs

• Sport and Leisure Studies, B.A.
• Sport and Leisure Studies, B.S.

• Coaching Minor
• Kinesiology Minor
• Sport and Leisure Studies Minor

Courses

• KNES 1213 - Health, Fitness, and Physical Activity for Children
• KNES 1214 - Health, Fitness, & Physical Activity for Children
• KNES 1503 - Concepts of Fitness and Wellness
• KNES 2102 - Movement Activities for Children
• KNES 2403 - Techniques & Strategies of Team Sports
• KNES 2413 - Techniques & Strategies of Individual/Dual Sports
• KNES 2423 - Techniques & Strategies of Fitness and Conditioning Activities
• KNES 2433 - Techniques & Strategies of Adventure & Outdoor Activities
• KNES 3203 - Program Planning in Recreation and Leisure Services
• KNES 3323 - Coaching Theory and Practice
• KNES 3353 - Officiating
• KNES 3363 - Motor Skill Acquisition and Analysis
• KNES 3513 - Scientific Foundations of Human Movement
• KNES 3603 - Assessment in Physical Education
• KNES 4033 - Sport and Exercise Psychology
• KNES 4513 - Adapted Physical Activity
• KNES 4523 - Management & Administration in Recreation & Leisure Services
• KNES 4533 - Organization & Administration of Worksite Wellness Programs
• KNES 4663 - Fundamentals of Elementary Physical Education
• KNES 4693 - Fundamentals of Secondary Physical Education
• KNES 4913 - Special Topics in Kinesiology
• KNES 4973 - Leadership in Recreation and Leisure Services
• KNES 4991 - Independent Study in Kinesiology
• KNES 4992 - Independent Study in Kinesiology
• KNES 4993 - Independent Study in Kinesiology

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