The associate of arts degree in dance is a comprehensive two-year course of study that exposes students to all aspects of the dance discipline.  Students will be provided with a solid foundation in dance movement, performance and theory, as well as an opportunity to explore related types of performing arts such as drama and music. Students will improve the technical aspects of their dance technique, gain knowledge in compositional methodology, and perform in dance concerts.

The associate in science degree in fitness instruction is a two-year course of study designed for students who are interested in a career in the fitness industry and/or wish to transfer to a four-year institution in kinesiology or related major. It will expose students to many facets of the fitness industry and is appropriate for those students who wish to become a personal trainer and/or group exercise instructor.

Kinesiology is the academic discipline focusing on the study of all aspects of human movement. Programs of study at the baccalaureate level include exercise science, sports management, allied health profession preparation, and pursuit of a teaching credential to become a secondary school teacher/coach.

The associate in science degree in kinesiology offers students two areas of specialization from which to choose: sport and recreation management or coaching. The degree is a two-year course of study. It is designed for students who are interested in a career as an athletic coach and/or preparing for an entry level job in sports or recreation administration. Job options include working with a wide variety of businesses such as:

• fitness centers,
• spas and wellness centers,
• recreational facilities, etc.

The associate in science degree in sports medicine/athletic training program is a two-year course of study designed for students interested in becoming allied health care professionals such as athletic trainers or physical therapists. It combines academic, laboratory and clinical experience to prepare students for further study or to obtain employment as an entry-level rehabilitation/allied health paraprofessional.

The coaching certificate of achievement is a one-year course of study that prepares students to be an effective recreational, youth or secondary school coach. Specific sport options offered include baseball, basketball, cross-country, football, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, track and field, volleyball and water polo.

The personal training certificate of achievement is a one-year course of study that will expose students to many facets of the fitness industry and prepares them to obtain entry-level employment as a personal trainer.