Athletic Coaching Program at Aquinas College
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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.
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Career Preparation Based on Leadership
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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Students will be able to formulate scientific rationale for exercise selection and decipher appropriate actions from available research, textbook, and social media outlets.
- Students will be able to implement their coursework in real world settings to prepare them for national certifications, career advancement, and further education.

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IMAGINE THE POSSIBILITIES
Quick Facts: Coaches and Scouts | |
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2023 Median Pay | $45,910 per year |
Typical Entry-Level Education | Bachelor's degree |
Work Experience in a Related Occupation | None |
On-the-job Training | None |
Number of Jobs, 2023 | 307,100 |
Job Outlook, 2023-33 | 9% (Much faster than average) |
Employment Change, 2023-33 | 26,900 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics