Kinesiology and Human Performance AS

Launch a career in exercise science, coaching, or athletic training. Help others move better and live healthier lives by becoming a Certified Personal Trainer or other health and wellness professional.

Associate Degree

61 Credit Hours

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Program Overview

Our Kinesiology and Human Performance program provides you with in-demand exercise science knowledge. Prepare to transfer to a four-year program or start your career with a national personal trainer certification. Study anatomy, physiology, and wellness. Learn about injury prevention, rehabilitation, and sports performance improvement. Discover how to complete fitness, wellness, and injury evaluations. Develop communication skills essential for in-person and telehealth interactions with your future clients.

Careers in Fitness and Wellness

The demand for specialists who help people improve their physical fitness and wellness is growing. Exercise and sports medicine professionals often work in fitness centers, medical facilities, schools, and recreation centers.

Our Kinesiology and Human Performance program will prepare you to become an exercise and wellness professional.
Career Snapshot: Fitness Trainers and Instructors
- Median Salary: $47,160 nationally
- Entry-Level Education: Professional certification
- Related Jobs: Athletic Trainer, Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach, Exercise Physiologist, Fitness Instructor, Personal Trainer, Physical or Occupational Therapist, Wellness Coach
Explore More Career Pathways: Visit Career Coach or the Bureau of Labor Statistics to compare job titles, education requirements, salary data, and employment outlook.
Transfer to a Bachelor’s Degree Program

The Kinesiology and Human Performance A.S. degree prepares you to transfer to a related bachelor’s degree program. You'll take classes that align with the requirements of a future college major.

FLCC partners with other colleges to make your transfer path easier:
- Transfer Agreements outline how FLCC classes and credits transfer to a partner college.
- Joint Admissions Agreements admit you to FLCC and a transfer school at the same time.
Our advisors will help you select courses that fit your goals and make the most of your credits when you transfer.

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Where Our Students Transfer

Students in our Kinesiology and Human Performance program go on to earn a bachelor's degree from colleges such as:
- Buffalo State University
- Canisius University
- Daemen University
- Ithaca College
- Keuka College
- SUNY Brockport
- SUNY Cortland
- SUNY Potsdam
Gain Practical Fitness Experience

Apply your exercise science knowledge through interactive demonstrations. Practice baseline fitness assessments, design patient-specific nutrition plans, and monitor exercise techniques with your peers. Explore case studies that focus on patient care and injury prevention. Discover how to improve a person's performance during exercise, physical activity, and athletic competitions.

Become a Certified Personal Trainer

Your Kinesiology courses prepare you for the American College of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer exam (ACSM-CPT). This professional credential proves to employers that you have the knowledge and experience to work in health clubs, gyms, colleges and universities, and fitness centers.
Kinesiology and Human Performance Courses

Sample core courses you'll take in this program include:
Visit our academic catalog for a complete list of program requirements. Review prerequisites, general education requirements, electives, and a sample schedule.

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What Our Students Say

There is nothing more human than having a body and learning how it works. It's so fascinating. This entire degree translates perfectly to my dance career — but the most rewarding part is knowing what my muscles are doing while I'm moving. It's nice to put my arms above my head and know that it's not just my shoulders but my back, too. You learn about athletic injuries and how to treat and prevent them, which I can use to improve my own fitness routines or help other athletes do what they love safely.

Erin Joy Grgas '23

Low-Cost Tuition and Scholarship Opportunities

Earn an affordable SUNY education at FLCC. With low in-state tuition, financial aid, and scholarships that can help reduce your program costs, you can make a confident plan to pay for college. Our financial aid team can help you review your estimated expenses and the steps to apply for aid.

$5,616

annual in-state tuition ($234 per credit hour).
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81%

of students are eligible for financial aid or scholarships.
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$23M

in financial aid was awarded to our students last year.
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Kinesiology and Human Performance

Program Overview

Careers in Fitness and Wellness

Career Snapshot: Fitness Trainers and Instructors

Transfer to a Bachelor’s Degree Program

Where Our Students Transfer

Gain Practical Fitness Experience

Become a Certified Personal Trainer

Kinesiology and Human Performance Courses

What Our Students Say

Low-Cost Tuition and Scholarship Opportunities

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