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| Kinesiology Studies • Kinesiology Programs |
| by Robyn Tellefsen |
Kinesiology involves the study of physical activity and its impact on health, society, and quality of life. More simply, kinesiology is the study of muscles and movement. It is the art and science of using neuromuscular feedback from the body to achieve optimal health. When used in a clinical setting, kinesiology becomes an evaluation and treatment tool for restoring balance to the body. Kinesiology programs may be focused on sports physiology or clinical (specialized) kinesiology.
What You'll Learn
Kinesiology training encompasses biomechanics, exercise physiology, exercise psychology and sociology, human anatomy, Nutrition, personal training, philosophy of sport, pre-physical therapy, and more. Applied kinesiology training covers modalities such as bodywork, energy work techniques, homeopathy, and meridian balancing.
Degree Types
Kinesiology programs are available as diploma programs all the way up through doctoral programs, depending on your career path.
Career Paths
Kinesiology is a technique that can be utilized in a wide range of careers, including chiropractics, coaching, Oriental medicine, osteopathy, teaching, traditional medicine, research, and physical activity services such as fitness equipment, health promotion, rehabilitation services, and sports medicine.
Job Outlook
According to MedicalWorkers.com, an online medical job board, the demand for kinesiology jobs is constantly changing, but now is one of the best times in health care history to find a new kinesiology job. According to PayScale.com in February 2008, the median salary for kinesiology degree holders with 1-4 years experience is $39,803; those with 10-19 years experience jump to $53,779.
Licensing and Accreditation Information
Kinesiology practitioners are not currently subject to state licensure. Schools with kinesiology programs may be accredited by any regional accrediting agency; individual kinesiology programs may also be accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (http://www.caahep.org), which is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
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