Are you interested in sports and fitness? Do you like working with people?
The kinesiology program focuses on the study of human movement, preparing students for careers in fitness, sports, rehabilitation, and wellness. Emphasizing hands-on learning, fitness assessments, and techniques to promote health and physical performance, this is an excellent path for those interested in becoming fitness trainers, coaches, physical therapists, or other health professionals.
Career Opportunities
The kinesiology program will prepare you for work in a variety of occupations and career paths, including:
- Athletic Director
- Coach or Scout
- Fitness Coach
- Fitness and Wellness Coordinator
- Health Club Manager
- Personal Trainer
- Professional Sports Organization Administrator
With additional education:
- Athletic Trainer
- Nurse
- Nurse Practitioner
- Physical Therapist
- Physician's Assistant
- Sports Agent
- Sports Marketing
- Sports Information Director
- Sports Medicine Physician
Degrees and Certificates
Change your life with a kinesiology degree and/or certificate. Our program gives you options to explore.
- Associate in Science - Fitness Instruction
- Associate in Science - Sports Medicine / Athletic Training
- Associate in Science - Sports & Recreation Management
- Associate in Arts for Transfer - Kinesiology
- Certificate of Achievement - Fitness Coach
- Certificate of Achievement - Personal Training
- Certificate of Achievement - Personal Training Entrepreneurship
- Certificate of Achievement - Yoga Teacher Training - 200-Hour
I do personal training and coach group classes, and work with all kinds of individuals, from seniors to recreational athletes. I’m very happy with my new career!
Kelly Anderson Graduate
I would encourage anyone interested in kinesiology to come to DVC. My life has changed so much in such a short time, and yours can too.
Armando Febo Student
I took my first yoga class in college over 30 years ago, and knew I wanted to be a yoga teacher someday. I chose DVC to experience the program within an affordable college learning environment.
Kathy Finley Student
What I really enjoy about the kinesiology programs at DVC is how diverse the options are. I come to school and lift weights or swim, and then I go ‘get my nerd on’ and learn about physiology and body energy systems.
Chris Brecheen Student
About degrees and certificates
Certificates:
A certificate readily prepares you to enter a particular field or career. It can also give you new skills for advancement in the workplace.
Associate Degrees:
An associate degree requires a broader education for career options in a range of industries. It's a great step towards earning a bachelor degree at a four-year school or entering the workforce sooner.
Associate Degrees for Transfer:
A transfer degree is equivalent to the first two years of a bachelor’s degree program. Earning one can guarantee admission to California State Universities, some private and online universities, and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). ADTs, along with a transfer agreement guarantee (TAG) with the University of California system can help you achieve your goals for less. Learn about transfer services.
Meet our Kinesiology Faculty
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