Exercise Science Transfer Pathway | Kirtland Community College

The exercise science pathway starts a student on the journey to careers in the exercise science field, including exercise physiology, kinesiology, pre-physical therapy, pre-occupational therapy, physical education, pre-athletic training, strength and conditioning, health, nutrition, and recreational management. This pathway can prepare you to study exercise science at a four-year college or university.

Exercise Science Transfer Pathway Details

BIO 21400 Introduction to Exercise Science (3 cr.)

BIO 23500 Anatomy and Physiology I (4 cr.)

BIO 23600 Anatomy and Physiology II (4 cr.)

BUS 22300 Introduction to Sports Management (3 cr.)

CHE 10101 General Chemistry I AND CHE 10102 General Chemistry I Lab (5 cr.)

ENG 10303 English Composition I OR ENG 10305 Integrated Composition (3-4 cr.)

ENG 10403 English Composition II (3 cr.)

MTH 13000 or higher (4 cr.) (Math course should be chosen based on transfer needs. See academic advisor for assistance.)

PSY 10100 Introduction to Psychology (3 cr.)

SOC 10100 Introduction to Sociology (3 cr.)

SPE 10500 Public Speaking OR SPE 11401 Interpersonal Communication (3 cr.) (Speech course should be chosen based on transfer needs. See academic advisor for assistance.)

Total core pathway credit hours: 38-39

The student will then select additional electives to reach a minimum of 60 credit hours in consultation with an advisor and the desired transfer college/university.

Business:

BUS 10100 Intro to Business (if not taken elsewhere – this course is a prerequisite for for BUS 22300 – Introduction to Sports Management) (3 cr.)

Humanities:

HUM 20500 The Individual and Society (3 cr.)

PHL 21000 Introduction to Ethics (3 cr.)

Science:

BIO 20000 Fundamentals of Nutrition (3 cr.)

BIO 20600 Introduction to Biochemistry (3 cr.)

If the student’s schedule permits, taking available courses during the summer can lessen fall and winter semester course loads.

Fall Semester 1 (14-15 credits):

BIO 23500 Anatomy and Physiology I (4 cr.)

ENG 10303 English Composition I OR ENG 10305 Integrated Composition (3-4 cr.)

MTH 13000 or higher (4 cr.)

Elective course (BUS 10100 if not previously taken elsewhere) (3 cr.)

Winter Semester 1 (16 credits):

BIO 23600 Anatomy and Physiology II (4 cr.)

ENG 10403 English Composition II (3 cr.)

BUS 22300 Introduction to Sports Management (3 cr.)

PSY 10100 Introduction to Psychology (3 cr.)

Humanities elective (3 credits) (See recommendations above)

Fall Semester 2 (14-16 credits):

BIO 21400 Introduction to Exercise Science (3 cr.)

CHE 10101 General Chemistry I (4 cr.)

CHE 10102 General Chemistry I Lab (1 cr.)

Science elective course (3-4 cr.) (See recommendations above)

Elective course (3-4 cr.) (See recommendations above)

Winter Semester 2 (12-13 credits):

SOC 10100 Introduction to Sociology (3 cr.)

SPE 10500 Public Speaking OR SPE 11400 Interpersonal Communication (3 cr.)

Humanities elective (3 cr.) (See recommendations above; different subject than first hum. elect.)

Elective course (3-4 cr.) (See recommendations above)

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