B.S. in Kinesiology, Option in Fitness
Program Overview
Introduction to the Kinesiology Program
The Kinesiology program at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) offers a comprehensive education in the field of kinesiology, with a focus on preparing students for careers in the fitness industry, athletic training, and other related fields.
Degree Options
The Kinesiology program offers several degree options, including:
- B.S. in Kinesiology, Option in Exercise Science
- B.S. in Kinesiology, Option in Fitness
- B.S. in Kinesiology, Option in Physical Education - Teacher Education
- B.S. in Kinesiology, Option in Psychology and Leadership
- M.S. Athletic Training
- M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction in Physical Education
- M.S. in Kinesiology, Option in Exercise Science
- M.S. in Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology
B.S. in Kinesiology, Option in Fitness
The Fitness option is designed for students interested in careers in the fitness industry, such as fitness directors, managers, program specialists, coordinators, strength and conditioning coaches, personal trainers, or group instructors in corporate, commercial, YMCA, or other public or private facilities.
Program Description
The Fitness option is currently the only accredited option through the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) for the Accreditation for the Exercise Sciences. Students in the CSULB Fitness program can take pride in their academic program's accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). Evaluated by the Committee on Accreditation for the Exercise Sciences (CoAES), this accreditation ensures that students are thoroughly prepared to become exercise professionals.
Program Outcomes
The program outcomes for the academic year include:
- 100% of fitness majors successfully completed internship requirements set by the Fitness option, CAAHEP, and CoAES.
- 90% completed their degree within three years of acceptance as a Fitness major.
- One year after graduation, 70% of graduates were either employed in the fitness industry or admitted to advanced degree programs in exercise science or medical-related fields.
Faculty
The Kinesiology program has a diverse and experienced faculty, including:
- Michelle Alencar, Ph.D., CCN, CSCS, ACSM-CEP, CPT
- Candice Campbell, M.S., CSCS, ACSM-CPT, GXI
- Ayla Donlin, EdD, ACSM CPT, ACE-HC, ACE-Fitness Nutrition & Senior Fitness Specialist
- Jade Rodgers, M.A.
- Jan Schroeder, Ph.D., ACSM-EP, AFAA - GXI
- Kellie Walters, Ph.D., ACE-HC, ACSM-CPT and EIM, AFAA-GXI
Professional Organizations
The Kinesiology program is affiliated with several professional organizations, including:
- American College of Sports Medicine
- National Strength and Conditioning Association
- IDEA
- American Council on Exercise
- National Academy of Sports Medicine
- Athletics and Fitness Association of America
Career Paths
Potential jobs for Fitness majors include:
- Personal Trainer
- Strength and Conditioning Specialist
- Wellness Coach
- Group Exercise Instructor
- Fitness Coordinator/Director/Manager
- Entrepreneur/Owner
- Consultant
- Fitness Specialist Educator/Presenter
- Health/Fitness Writer
- Fitness Product Developer
- Corrective Exercise Specialist
Degree Requirements
The Kinesiology, Fitness Option, B.S. degree requires 120 units, including:
- Admission Under Impaction
- Fitness is an Impacted Option
- Degree Progress for Pre-Kinesiology Majors
- Pre-Kinesiology majors must complete the following requirements within four semesters of being admitted as a Pre-Kinesiology major or declaring a Pre-Kinesiology major.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the program include:
- What is the Fitness Option?
- How do I enroll in the program?
- What is the coursework for the Fitness Option?
- What can I do with a degree in Fitness?
- I've heard there are applied learning hours associated with the Fitness Option. What do those look like?
- What is the FITLAB?
- Where are you located?
Undergraduate Advising
Undergraduate advising for Kinesiology is done through the CHHS Advising Center. The Advising Center can help with:
- Exploring and declaring majors and minors
- Providing General Education and major advising
- Assisting with course scheduling and graduating planning
- Helping with academic policies and processes
- Connecting to campus resources
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- The Arts
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- Liberal Arts
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