Athletic Coaching Program at Aquinas College

The mission of the Kinesiology Department, in support of the mission of Aquinas College and grounded in the liberal arts tradition, is to prepare each student for a career that promotes movement, activity, and lifelong learning, and the role these factors play in the development of a whole person. The department of Kinesiology offers interdisciplinary undergraduate majors in the areas of Applied Sport and Exercise Science, Business Administration/Sport Management, and Clinical Exercise Science. Minors are also offered in the areas of Applied Sport and Exercise Science, Clinical Exercise Science, and Coaching.

1. Students will be able to discuss metabolic pathways related to generating energy, interpret acute testing results, and analyze chronic training adaptations in physical activity, exercise, and sport.
2. Students will be able to apply sound theoretical knowledge by assessing functional movements, constructing training programs, evaluating progression, and measuring improvements in their clients/athletes.
3. Students will be able to formulate scientific rationale for exercise selection and decipher appropriate actions from available research, textbook, and social media outlets.
4. Students will be able to implement their coursework in real world settings to prepare them for national certifications, career advancement, and further education.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics