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The AA-T in Kinesiology is designed to provide students with a strong foundation for the study of the human body and body mechanics in preparation for transfer to a California State University. It is an excellent starting point for students interested in pursuing a baccalaureate degree in Kinesiology, Physical Education, and Sports Administration. The kinesiology major is designed to provide under graduate preparation leading to careers in physical fitness, physical therapy, sports medicine, coaching and education.

Program Overview

As a Kinesiology major, you will:

  • Study a comprehensive introduction to the field of kinesiology through courses that are academically rigorous and content appropriate.
  • Develop a solid foundation in the basic elements of scientific inquiry.
  • Identify an area of specialization in kinesiology.

 

The University Studies and General Studies degrees with an emphasis in physical education provide an introduction to theories, principles, and practices utilized in sports, fitness, and education-related fields. Although the physical education emphasis prepares a student for further study of physical education, kinesiology, physiology of exercise, movement science or athletic training, the transfer of lower division major courses to a university for pursuit of a baccalaureate degree is depending on the transfer institution requirements. Students must meet with a counselor to ensure completion of required coursework for chosen major and specific college or university.

As a Physical Education major, you will:

  • Study the history and theory of physical education and sport.
  • Develop skills in areas related to fitness and individual and team sports.

Program Highlights

  • The Associate in Arts in Kinesiology for Transfer degree includes the core curriculum for transfer to a California State University.
  • Small class sizes.
  • Individualized tutoring.
  • Laboratory opportunities.
  • Intercollegiate Athletics – Lassen College fields sports teams that compete throughout California. Men’s sports are baseball, basketball, soccer and wrestling; women’s sports are basketball, soccer, softball and volleyball.
  • Fitness Courses – Many options are available to students wanting to adopt active lifestyles, manage weight, or are interested in practicing a new sport.
  • Fitness Center and Yoga are some fitness favorites at LCC.

Degrees

Associate in Arts in Kinesiology for Transfer
Associate in Arts Degree University Studies: Emphasis in Physical Education

Two-Year Advising Plans

​​​Degree Type ​Degree Name
​Associate in Arts for Transfer​ Kinesiology-AA-T
​Associate in Arts Physical Education AA-US

Employment Opportunities

Athletics Coach

Physical Education Teacher

Personal Fitness Trainer

Physical Therapist

Athletic Trainer

Sports Official

*Some positions however require a four-year degree for which LCC’s program is a good base for transfer.
Associate Degree and Certificate of Achievement in Physical Education can be completed within two (2) years. Internships in Physical Education may be available for students interested in Work Experience opportunities.

Degrees and Certificates

Total Units for the Associate in Arts Degree: 60 Units
Required Core Courses: 18 Units

COURSE NUMBERTITLEUNITS
BIOL-25  &Human Anatomy and Physiology I4
BIOL-26  Human Anatomy and Physiology II4
OR
BIOL 21  &Human Anatomy with Lab4
BIOL-22 Human Physiology with Lab4
 
HLTH-2  Personal Health3
HLTH-25  Understanding Nutrition3
 3
PEAC-32D  Fitness Center1
Select 3 Units from PE Electives:
PEAC 2A  Men's Varsity Soccer3
PEAC-2B  Pre-Season Skills and Conditioning for Soccer0.5
PEAC-2C  Women's Varsity Soccer3
PEAC-2D  Off-Season Skills and Conditioning for Soccer1.5
PEAC-5A  Men's Varsity Basketball - Fall2
PEAC-5A.02  Men's Varsity Basketball - Spring1
PEAC-5B   Pre-Season Skills and Conditioning for Basketball1.5
PEAC-5C  Women's Varsity Basketball - Fall2
PEAC-5C.02  Women's Varsity Basketball - Spring1
PEAC-5D  Off-Season Skills and Conditioning for Basketball1
PEAC-6  Varsity Wrestling3
PEAC-6B  Pre-Season Skills and Conditioning for Wrestling0.5
PEAC-6D  Off-Season Skills and Conditioning for Wrestling1.5
PEAC-7  Varsity Baseball3
PEAC-7D  Off-Season Skills and Conditioning for Baseball3
PEAC-9  Women's Varsity Volleyball3
PEAC-9B  Pre-Season Skills and Conditioning for Volleyball0.5
PEAC-9D Off-Season Skills and Conditioning for Volleyball1.5
PEAC-10  Women's Varsity Softball3
PEAC-10D  Off-Season Skills and Conditioning for Softball3
PEAC-16  Walking For Fitness1
PEAC-34  Golf Skills1
PEAC-44  Yoga1

Completion of either the CSU General Education or
IGETC Option
Remaining Units to Total 60 Units may be selected from
electives. Courses must be numbered 1 – 49.


Program Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Associate in Arts Degree University Studies: Emphasis in Physical Education, the student will be able to:
1. Develop and apply techniques and strategies for development of personal physical fitness.
2. Think critically and apply logic to situational game play through intercollegiate athletics.
3. Cooperate with others in a collaborative environment for accomplishment of personal fitness and/or team goals.
4. Implement a healthy lifestyle/physical fitness plan to enhance physical health and fitness.
5. Analyze trends and problems in physical education through historical comparisons; draw conclusions relevant to today’s population and society.
6. Demonstrate mastery of a variety of skills and techniques specific to sport and fitness.
7. Demonstrate an understanding of the basic methodologies of science.

Total Units for the Associate in Arts Degree with a minimum grade point average of 2.0: 60 Units
Required Core courses minimum grade 2.0: 22 Units
Lower Division Major Preparation:

COURSE NUMBERTITLEUNITS
 3
BIOL 21  &Human Anatomy with Lab4
BIOL-22 Human Physiology with Lab4
OR
BIOL-25  &Human Anatomy and Physiology I4
BIOL-26  Human Anatomy and Physiology II4
Select 3 units form the following: 1 course from each area Fitness
PEAC-16  Walking For Fitness1
PEAC-32D  Fitness Center1
PEAC-44  Yoga1
Individual Sports
PEAC-34  Golf Skills1
Team Sports
PEAC-5D  Off-Season Skills and Conditioning for Basketball1
Take the following 2 courses 8 Units
MATH-40  Elementary Statistics3
CHEM-1A  General Chemistry I5

Completion of either the CSU General Education or IGETC Option
Remaining Units to total 60 Units may be selected from courses numbered 1-49


Program Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Associate in Arts Degree in Kinesiology, the student will be able to:
1. Describe the historical, ethical, and philosophical foundations of Kinesiology.
2. Defend and philosophy of physical activity that includes goals for lifetime fitness.
3. Demonstrate increased muscular strength, muscular endurance, and cardiovascular endurance specific to a team of individual sport or activity.
4. Apply the scientific method by stating a question; researching the topic; determining appropriate tests; collecting, analyzing, and presenting data; and finally proposing new questions about the topic.
5. Relate the structures and functions of the various body systems studied to the metabolic activities of a single selected body cell.

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