Aquatics
Certificate of Achievement Exercise Science · San Diego Mesa College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Summary
The Certificate of Achievement in Aquatics offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to provide practical and theoretical training for students interested in careers in the Aquatics industry. In addition, this program offers lower division theory courses to prepare the student for transfer to a four-year institution as a kinesiology major.
Notes:
A "C" or better must be achieved in all required courses and electives in order to receive a certificate of achievement.
Learning Outcome(s): Students who complete the Aquatics Program will be able to:
- Apply core critical thinking skills of analysis, interpretation, evaluation, and explanation in the development of al and fitness plans and the acquisition of skill development, including proper techniques, physiological principles and kinesthetic awareness.
- Demonstrate effective and sensitive verbal, non-verbal and written communication skill.
- Value and implement physical fitness activities, wellness strategies and principles in support of a healthy lifestyle.
- Display the attributes of sportsmanship and teamwork as it pertains to physical education and athletic competition.
- Utilize current technology to research and compile information in health and wellness, human performance and athletic competition
Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| COURSES REQUIRED FOR THE MAJOR: | 15 | |
| EXSC 241B | Introduction to Kinesiology | 3 |
| EXSC 118 | Lifeguard Training | 3 |
| EXSC 119 | Water Safety Instructor | 3 |
| EXSC 242B | Care and Prevention of Injuries | 3 |
| orHEAL 131 | Emergency Medical Response | 3 |
| COMS 135 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| Select 3 units (1 course) from Business. | 3 | |
| BUSE 129 | Introduction to Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| orBUSE 155 | Small Business Management | 3 |
| orBUSE 201 | Business Organization and Management | 3 |
| Select .5 - 1 unit (1 course) from swimming. | 0.5-1 | |
| EXSC 113A | Swimming I | 0.5-1 |
| orEXSC 113B | Swimming II | 0.5-1 |
| orEXSC 113C | Swimming III | 0.5-1 |
| orEXSC 113D | Swimming IV | 0.5-1 |
| Select .5 - 1 unit (1 course) from aquatic fitness. | 0.5-1 | |
| EXSC 114A | Aquatic Fitness I | 0.5-1 |
| orEXSC 114B | Aquatic Fitness II | 0.5-1 |
| orEXSC 114C | Aquatic Fitness III | 0.5-1 |
| orEXSC 114D | Aquatic Fitness IV | 0.5-1 |
| orEXSC 116A | Stand Up Paddle Boarding | 1 |
| orEXSC 116B | Kayaking | 1 |
| Select .5 - 1 unit (1 course) from surfing. | 0.5-1 | |
| EXSC 110A | Surfing I | 0.5-1 |
| orEXSC 110B | Surfing II | 0.5-1 |
| orEXSC 110C | Surfing III | 0.5-1 |
| orEXSC 110D | Surfing IV | 0.5-1 |