Sport and Fitness Leadership, Associate

HomeAssociate ProgramsSport and Fitness Leadership

Program Overview

The associate degree in Sport and Fitness Leadership provides students with foundational preparation for work in a kinesiology-related field. Career possibilities include entry-level employment or pursuit of the four-year bachelor’s degree. Graduates with this degree may pursue a variety of career paths in various community, church, and parachurch settings, including sport and recreation ministries and as missionaries, coaches, and fitness specialists.

Core Classes

Kinesiology

The course serves as an introduction and foundation to the Sport and Fitness Leadership major. Students will examine how physical activity permeates all aspects of life. A strong emphasis will be placed on career exploration, career opportunities, and professional development. This will entail the creation of resumes and cover letters, bringing in guest speakers from the field of kinesiology, and enhancing student professionalism and leadership skills.

Health Science

This course explores what it means for a person to be healthy in body, mind, spirit, and relationships. Students will learn the basics of how to maintain a healthy body within current medical standards by learning and implementing behavioral recommendations for managing stress, eating a healthy diet, and getting regular physical activity. Students will also learn techniques for maintaining healthy attitudes and relationships. All of these subjects will be taught within a framework of maintaining a healthy self in order to sustainably continue in God’s kingdom work.