Join the Kinesiology and Fitness Leadership program and study the science that moves you! Our programs will prepare you to transfer to a university program and jobs in kinesiology and fitness leadership. Additionally, our program is the preferred starting track for many “high demand” degree fields in athletic, training and/or medical fields. Your program will prepare you for a number of excellent careers and set you on a path to lifelong physical wellness.
Important Dates & Deadlines
Thanksgiving Holiday - College closed
Full Semester Teaching Period - Last Date to Drop Course with a Record of a W & Last Date to Drop Online - Fall Semester
Last 14 Weeks and Last 15 Weeks Teaching Periods - Last Date to Drop Course with a Record of a W & Last Date to Drop Online - Fall Semester
Last 12 Weeks Teaching Period - Last Date to Drop Course with a Record of a W & Last Date to Drop Online - Fall Semester
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Degrees and Certificates Offered
Group Fitness Instructor, CC
Overview
Group fitness instructors are fitness professionals that organize, motivate, teach, and lead a group of people in various exercise classes. These instructors lead group exercises such as circuit training, aerobics, or a variety of other fitness trends. Instructors choose music that is appropriate for their exercise class and create a routine or a set of moves for participants to follow.
Admissions Requirements
LCC is an open enrollment college serving all those who are excited to learn. Applicants seeking financial aid must possess a high school diploma or GED.
Career Information
The occupations listed below may require education beyond an Associate Degree. Please see Career Coach for specific career requirements.
*Please note that data shared on this page is provided by Lightcast are estimates only, may require education beyond the certificate or associate degree granted by LCC, and are no guarantee of employment. LCC advises that you rely on your own due diligence in choosing a field of study.
Kinesiology/Exercise Science, AAS
Overview
Kinesiology is the academic and scientific study of human movement, which involves the study of physical activity and its impact on health, society, and quality of life. Kinesiology focuses on various aspects of the human body, specifically integrating physiological, sociological, psychological and mechanical systems.
Admissions Requirements
LCC is an open enrollment college serving all those who are excited to learn. Applicants seeking financial aid must possess a high school diploma or GED.
Career Information
The occupations listed below may require education beyond an Associate Degree. Please see Career Coach for specific career requirements.
*Please note that data shared on this page is provided by Lightcast are estimates only, may require education beyond the certificate or associate degree granted by LCC, and are no guarantee of employment. LCC advises that you rely on your own due diligence in choosing a field of study.
Transferability
General education requirements may differ from one institution to another. Contact your preferred institutions and plan their general education requirements accordingly with an LCC advisor.
LCC works with many colleges and universities to provide special multi-institutional, associate-to-bachelor's degree transfer pathways. Upon completing this pathway, you would earn an Associates, including the major courses listed below.
Additional information can be found on the Michigan Transfer Network (MiTransfer) webpage.
Major courses that transfer to your transfer destination:
- BIOL 201 – Human Anatomy
- BIOL 202 – Human Physiology
- CHEM 151/161 or CHEM 182/192 - General Chemistry 1 / General
Chemistry Lab 1 or Organic Chemistry/Organic Chemistry Lab - PFKN 170 – Foundations of Kinesiology
- PSYC 200 – Introduction to Psychology
Transfer destinations:
- Andrews University
- Central Michigan University - CMU Athletic Training transfer agreement
- Cornerstone University
- Eastern Michigan University - Eastern Michigan University Kinesiology transfer agreement
- Grand Valley State University
- Michigan State University
- Michigan Technological University
- Northern Michigan University
- Oakland University - Oakland University transfer agreement
- Saginaw Valley State University
- Spring Arbor University
Personal Trainer, CA
Overview
Personal trainers are skilled and trained fitness professionals that motivate, teach, and work individually with people to achieve their fitness goals. They design exercise programs that are tailored to the client’s individual goals, limitations, and interests. Personal Trainers are required to maintain exceptional knowledge of all aspects of fitness and health, and their major responsibility is to assist their clients in achieving fitness goals and developing a better understanding of what is required to maintain optimal health.
Admissions Requirements
LCC is an open enrollment college serving all those who are excited to learn. Applicants seeking financial aid must possess a high school diploma or GED.
Career Information
The occupations listed below may require education beyond an Associate Degree. Please see Career Coach for specific career requirements.
*Please note that data shared on this page is provided by Lightcast are estimates only, may require education beyond the certificate or associate degree granted by LCC, and are no guarantee of employment. LCC advises that you rely on your own due diligence in choosing a field of study.
Contact Us
Kinesiology / Fitness Leader Program
Health and Human Services Division Office
HHS Building, 108
517-483-1410
517-483-1508 fax