Kinesiology, B.S.
Kinesiology, B.S.
You can picture yourself coaching and mentoring tomorrow’s athletes. Or helping someone regain movement after an injury or illness. Maybe you want to inspire children to build healthy, active lives. Or perhaps you’re driven by fitness, wellness, and helping others improve their overall health.
No matter where you are in life or where your interests lead you, a degree in kinesiology can open doors to a rewarding career that makes a difference in people’s lives. If you’re active, energetic, curious about how the human body works, enjoy working with others, and want to help people reach their goals, kinesiology can turn your passion for movement into a meaningful profession.
Program Information
Degree Name: Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology
Degree Type: Undergraduate
Format: Hybrid
Credit Hours: 120
Catalog: Kinesiology, B.S.-Sports Coaching and Administration Track | Kinesiology, B.S.-
General Track | Kinesiology, B.S.-Pre-Therapy Track | Kinesiology, B.S.-Physical Education EC-12
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Why Get Your Kinesiology Degree from A&M Texarkana?
Move. Motivate. Lead
A&M Texarkana’s Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology offers four career-focused tracks to prepare you for opportunities in coaching, physical education, physical therapy, or other health-related professions.
Learn in small classes where faculty know your name and are committed to your success. Gain hands-on experience through undergraduate research, community partnerships, sports performance training, and health and exercise outreach that will build your confidence before graduation.
Program Highlights
Learning By DoingIn A&M Texarkana’s kinesiology program, your education will move you far beyond the classroom. Gain real-world experiences through internships, clinical placements, undergraduate research, student teaching, labs, and community partnerships. Apply what you learn and build the confidence and practical skills employers and graduate schools value.
Choose Your Path
Whether you imagine yourself leading a team, teaching the next generation, pursuing physical therapy, or building healthier communities, you’ll discover the pathway that fits your goals.
Turn Passion into a Profession
Your kinesiology degree can open the door to a wide range of careers focused on movement, health, and human performance. Whether you want to coach, teach physical education, become a personal trainer, or pursue your Doctor of Physical Therapy degree, you’ll graduate with the foundation and real-world experience to pursue your goals.
Kinesiology, B.S. Tracks
Sports Coaching and Administration Track
If you’re a natural leader and athlete ready to build teams and help your players perform at their best, the Sports Coaching and Administration track is the pathway for you. Develop a strong foundation in physical activity, sports nutrition, strength and conditioning, coaching principles, and leadership while gaining the opportunity for valuable hands-on experience through an internship that will help prepare you for a career in sports and athletics.
General Track
If you’re passionate about health, fitness, overall wellness and inspiring others to lead active lives, the General Track offers the flexibility for you to explore a variety of career pathways. Build a solid foundation in physical activity, biomechanics, program development and management in fitness industries, healthy aging, and holistic wellness. You can also gain additional, hands-on experience through an optional internship opportunity.
Whether you plan to manage a fitness facility, promote wellness within your community, or are still discovering your career goals, you’ll graduate with the knowledge, practical experience, and confidence to take your next step.
Physical Education EC-12 Track
You want to inspire children and students to live active, healthy lives. You see yourself as a teacher, and the gym is your ideal classroom.
Through physical education, you'll help students develop a lifelong appreciation for movement, fitness, and wellness. This track prepares you to pursue Texas teacher certification, qualifying you to teach Physical Education (P.E.) from Early Childhood through Grade 12 (EC–12).
Pre-Therapy Track
If you’re passionate about helping people recover from injury, improve mobility, and live healthier and more active lives, the Pre-Physical Therapy Track is your pathway. Build your foundation in kinesiology, while gaining valuable clinical experience from licensed physical therapists. This track also gives you the unique opportunity to seamlessly transition from the undergraduate kinesiology program into A&M Texarkana's Doctor of Physical Therapy program.
Kinesiology, B.S. FAQs
Do I need prior experience?
No, you don’t need prior experience to major in Kinesiology. We will build your knowledge and skills through coursework and hands-on learning opportunities.
How long does the program take?
Traditionally, the program is four years, 120 semester credit hours (SCH) total.
Are internships required?
An internship is required for the pre-therapy and physical education EC-12 track. It is optional for the Sports Coaching and Administration and General Track.
Can I work while completing the program?
Yes, you can work while pursing your kinesiology degree and many students do.
Is certification included or required?
The Physical Education EC-12 track will prepare you to pursue your Texas teaching certification.
What licensure does this prepare me for?
If you pursue the Physical Education EC-12 track, you’ll be able to obtain your teaching certification through the state of Texas.