Exercise Science: Athletic Trainer Aide (A.A.)
Department website: https://www.cerritos.edu/kinesiology/default.htm
ASSOCIATE OF ART
The Exercise Science Associate of Arts Degree with an emphasis in Athletic Trainer Aide is designed to prepare students to work in a clinical setting or in an athletic training facility as an aide, while being exposed to various Kinesiology subdisciplines and general education.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate the selection, conduction, and interpretation of fitness assessments and health risk appraisals, and use findings to develop appropriate individualized exercise prescriptions.
- Identify major muscles and their actions, tissue properties, and understanding of chemical and cellular basis of physiology especially how it applies to tissue healing and the energy systems.
- Display proficiency in basic emergency procedures, emergency action plans for specific venues/situation, and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation.
- Prevent, evaluate, and proper application of immobilization, protection, and taping techniques for common athletic injuries.
- Illustrate the ability to apply and communicate appropriate knowledge in the work environment and utilize professional and medical terminology when describing human anatomy, physiology, injuries, and rehabilitation.
Program Requirements
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Department Requirements | ||
| KIN 102 | Introduction to Athletic Training | 3.0 |
| KIN 104 | Fitness and Wellness | 3.0 |
| KIN 110 | Community First Aid and CPR | 3.0 |
| or HED 110 | Community First Aid and CPR | |
| KIN 202 | Measurement and Interpretation of Fitness | 3.0 |
| KIN 203 | Programs and Principles of Conditioning | 3.0 |
| KIN 205 | Anatomical Movement Analysis | 3.0 |
| KIN 206A | Lower Extremity Injury Assessment and Reconditioning | 2.0 |
| KIN 206B | Upper Extremity Injury Assessment and Reconditioning | 2.0 |
| KIN 207 | Athletic Injury Taping, Bandaging and Immobilization | 1.0 |
| KIN 271A | Work Experience Athletic Training | 1.0 |
| MA 161 | Medical Terminology | 3.0 |
| Select at least 3 units of the following: | 3.0 | |
| Adapted Cardiovascular Exercises (1) | ||
| Adapted Strength Training (1) | ||
| Aerobic Activities (1.5) | ||
| Basic Training and Physical Conditioning (1) | ||
| Personal Fitness Program (1) | ||
| Body Sculpting (1) | ||
| Stretching and Relaxation (1) | ||
| Walking for Fitness (1) | ||
| Jogging for Fitness, Beginning (1) | ||
| Circuit Weight Training, Beginning (1) | ||
| Yoga (1) | ||
| Pilates Conditioning (1) | ||
| Jogging for Fitness, Intermediate (2) | ||
| Circuit Weight Training, Intermediate/Advanced (2) | ||
| Total Units | 30 | |
(For additional options please see the list of PEX Activity Courses meeting the Health and Wellness Proficiency for the Associate of Arts Degree)
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
- Complete the major requirements for the Exercise Science:
- Fitness Specialist AA Degree
- Complete the general education and electives to achieve a minimum of 60 units.