Physical Education Movement Science AAS Degree

Schoolcraft program code #AAS.00284

The associate degree in Movement Science provides students with a solid foundation to begin a career in the fitness field. It offers a combination of theory and applied classes, combined with an internship in the fitness field. Students completing this program will be well positioned to transfer to a four-year institution in fields such as exercise science, kinesiology, athletic training, and sports management, among others. Students also will be well prepared to take national certification exams for personal fitness trainers and group exercise instructors.

Students who satisfactorily complete all college and program requirements qualify for an associate of applied science degree.

Program Outcomes

Identify the sub-disciplines of kinesiology
Identify the fundamentals of exercise physiology
Teach proper exercise techniques across cardiovascular, muscular, flexibility and neuromuscular function spectrum
Conduct a member/client consultation, including administrative processing, health risk factor evaluation, and goal setting
Conduct a fitness assessment, including interpretation of the results
Explain the scope of practice regarding nutritional guidance
Identify behavior change obstacles and techniques to overcome these obstacles
Create an individualized exercise program for select populations
Teach a group exercise class
Outline the components of fitness facility operations, including staffing, budget, marketing, maintenance and facility risk management
Summarize the responsibilities and obligations of an exercise professional
Explain how the scholarly study of the physiology of physical activity is a key component of careers in kinesiology
Identify the basic principles of multiple health behavior change models.
Identify entrepreneurial elements of fitness professions
Summarize the developmental progression of motor skills throughout the human lifespan

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Creating Your Academic Plan

Not all courses are offered each semester. Students should work with an academic advisor to develop a schedule that will work for them. Students planning to transfer should check the transfer institution’s requirements/guides or discuss their options with an academic advisor. Number of credits may vary depending on the course selection.

Sample Schedule of Courses

First Year

Fall Semester

BIOL 101 - General Biology Credits: 4
PE 111 - Introduction to Kinesiology Credits: 3
ENG 101 - English Composition 1 Credits: 3
PE 112 - Introduction to Exercise Physiology Credits: 3

Total Credits: 13

Winter Semester

BIOL 237 - Principles of Human Anatomy and Physiology 1 Credits: 4
PE 143 - Fitness Tests and Measurements Credits: 3
PE 147 - Exercise Techniques Credits: 3
PE 202 - Lifestyle Fitness - Wellness Credits: 2

Total Credits: 12

Spring/Summer Session

PSYCH 153 - Human Relations Credits: 3
Mathematics - Select any general education mathematics course Credits: 3-5 *

Total Credits: 6-8

Second Year

Fall Semester

BIOL 238 - Principles of Human Anatomy and Physiology 2 Credits: 4
PE 207 - Facilities Operations Credits: 3

English Communication - Credits: 3

Select second General Education English Communication course.

Recommended for students desiring transfer:
ENG 102 - English Composition 2 Credits: 3

Business

Select One

BUS 101 - Introduction to Business Credits: 3
BUS 103 - Organizing a Small Business Credits: 3
BUS 120 - Strategic Selling Credits: 3

Total Credits: 13

Winter Semester

PE 212 - Applied Exercise Physiology Credits: 3
COMA 103 - Fundamentals of Speech Credits: 3
PE 225 - Motor Development Credits: 3
PE 121 - First Aid and Personal Safety Credits: 2 **
Elective - Select from list below Credits: 2-3 ***

Total Credits: 13-14

Spring/Summer Session

PE 291 - Movement Science Internship Credits: 3

Total Credits: 3

Program Total: 60-63 Credits

*Students planning to transfer should take MATH 111 , MATH 119 , or higher.

** Students may be granted credit for this course for prior certification and content knowledge. See the Prior Learning Credit webpage for general information. Please contact the Records Office for more information.

Electives

***Recommended electives include any other PE class or BIOL 115 - Nutrition . Students interested in group exercise may want to consider PE 115 - Aerobic Dance Fitness and students interested in education may want to consider PE 240 - Physical Education for Elementary Teachers Students planning to transfer may want to consider an MTA-approved Social Science course.

BIOL 115 - Nutrition Credits: 3
PE 104 - Physical Fitness and Conditioning Credits: 2
PE 106 - Beginning Swimming Credits: 2
PE 115 - Aerobic Dance Fitness Credits: 2
PE 116 - Intermediate Swimming Credits: 2
PE 132 - Beginning Tennis Credits: 2
PE 141 - Basketball Credits: 2
PE 194 - Weight Training Credits: 2
PE 240 - Physical Education for Elementary Teachers Credits: 3

Prior Learning Credit

Often students select a program for which they possess prior knowledge. In some cases, students can earn college credit for this knowledge, to replace one or more courses in the program. Please see the Prior Learning Credits webpage for more information. At least one external licensure or certification has been identified for this program meeting these criteria.

Articulation Agreement

This program has an articulation agreement. Articulation agreements create seamless transitions to 4-year colleges or universities. They may ensure the transferability of an entire associate’s degree, allow for transferring extra credits, or provide guaranteed admission. Terms and transferable credits vary by program and institution. For more details, visit the Articulation Agreement web page.