Kinesiology, B.A.

California Baptist University

The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Kinesiology is an undergraduate program designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of human movement, physical activity, and its impact on health and wellness. This program focuses on the science of kinesiology, offering insights into biomechanics, exercise physiology, anatomy, and motor skills development, while preparing students for careers in health, fitness, rehabilitation, and sports.

Program Summary:

The Kinesiology, B.A. program emphasizes the relationship between physical activity, health, and performance. Students explore how physical movement impacts the human body and how exercise and movement can be used to enhance physical fitness, prevent injury, and aid in rehabilitation. The curriculum combines scientific knowledge with practical applications in areas such as exercise testing, rehabilitation techniques, physical therapy, and sports performance.

Key areas of study often include:

1. Exercise Physiology: Understanding the body’s physiological responses to physical activity, including cardiovascular, muscular, and metabolic adaptations.
2. Biomechanics: Studying the mechanical principles of movement, focusing on how muscles, bones, and joints interact during physical activity.
3. Anatomy and Physiology: Learning the structure and function of the human body, particularly related to movement, physical fitness, and health.
4. Motor Skills and Development: Exploring the processes involved in developing and refining motor skills across the lifespan, including coordination, balance, and agility.
5. Sport and Exercise Psychology: Investigating the psychological factors that affect athletic performance, motivation, mental health, and well-being in athletes.
6. Nutrition and Health: Understanding the role of nutrition in supporting physical activity, fitness goals, and overall health.
7. Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation: Learning methods for preventing sports injuries and techniques for rehabilitation and recovery.
8. Physical Activity and Public Health: Exploring the role of physical activity in disease prevention, health promotion, and improving public health outcomes.
9. Sports Performance: Applying kinesiology principles to improve athletic performance, enhance fitness levels, and optimize training techniques.
10. Research and Assessment Methods: Gaining experience in research methods, including how to assess physical fitness, body composition, and exercise effectiveness.

Graduates of the Kinesiology, B.A. program are prepared for careers in fitness training, rehabilitation, physical therapy, sports coaching, exercise science, and health promotion. They may also pursue graduate studies in kinesiology, physical therapy, occupational therapy, or sports medicine.