Why Study Kinesiology?
Traditional methods of scientific research, as well the experience of human movement in expressive, aesthetic, and verbal and non-verbal modes, bring the student to a broader understanding of humanity. Styles and meanings of movement vary across cultures and environments - awareness of these differences is critical to the study of Kinesiology.
Kinesiology has many practical applications leading to a variety of rewarding careers, such as:
- teaching physical education, dance and/or coaching in the schools
- teaching physical education to individuals with disabilities
- serving as a consultant in the commercial health and fitness industry
- working in a clinical health setting
- athletic training (the prevention and care of athletic injuries)
- personal training (helping others to improve their fitness on a one to one basis)
The careers involve scientific research in:
- Biomechanics
- Exercise physiology
- Motor behavior
- Sports psychology
Many Kinesiology majors go on to graduate programs in:
- Advanced exercise science
- Medicine
- Nursing
- Physicial Therapy
Other careers can be discovered in fields such as:
- Professional Coaching
- Sports management and marketing
- Professional Dance
- Dance Therapy