KINESIOLOGY/SPORT LEADERSHIP AND HUMAN PERFORMANCE

Associate of Arts Degree

Description

The Associate of Arts Degree in Sport Leadership and Human Performance prepares students for leadership roles in athletic, fitness, and recreational settings. This interdisciplinary program provides foundational knowledge in human performance science, physical conditioning, coaching principles, and leadership development within sport and wellness environments.

Students will study key topics such as exercise physiology, sport psychology, and the principles of leadership and program management. The curriculum emphasizes skill development in communication, team coordination, organizational planning, and ethical leadership.

This degree supports students pursuing further education in kinesiology, sports management, exercise science, or related fields. It also prepares graduates for careers in the thriving sport and recreation industries, with career paths including recreation program director, athletic administration, fitness program manager, sport coach, health and wellness instructor, community sports director, and strength and conditioning coach.

To acquire the Associate of Arts Degree in Sport Leadership and Human Performance, students must complete the required major courses below with a grade of "C" or better or of “P” if the course was taken on a Pass/No Pass basis, along with either of the following: Rio Hondo College General Education (RHC GE) or California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC). California State University General Education-Breadth (CSU GE) or Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) may be used in some cases; please see a counselor for details.