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SJCC’s football team plays Los Medanos in 2018. Photo by Sergio Estrada.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Are you searching for a career path in health and wellness? Looking for a practical way to channel your interests in sports, exercise, or fitness?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Then San Jos\u00e9 City College, home of the Jaguars<\/a>, is the perfect place for you. At SJCC our Kinesiology program offers certificates as well as an Associate in Arts for Transfer Degree (AA-T). So you can prepare to launch your sports career fast, or get on the path to completing a 4-year degree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As the health and wellness industries continue to flourish, our kinesiology programs will set you up for success in your preferred specialty. Our dynamic programs will prepare you for a wide variety of kinesiology related jobs \u2014 from sport coach to physical therapist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s everything you need to know about the kinesiology programs at SJCC<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is Kinesiology?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

According to Britannica<\/a>, kinesiology is the \u201cstudy of the mechanics and anatomy of human movement and their roles in promoting health and reducing disease.\u201d Now this may sound simple, but its relevance to overall health is astonishing. Knowledge of these complexities is essential for so many people in diverse circumstances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cKinesiology has direct applications to fitness and health, including developing exercise programs for people with and without disabilities, preserving the independence of older people, preventing disease due to trauma and neglect, and rehabilitating people after disease or injury.\u201d Britannica<\/a> states.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, a good understanding is essential to sports and wellness careers. But why would you want to choose this path anyway?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Choose Kinesiology?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Wellness is a thriving industry that shows no signs of losing momentum. Most would agree that this is a good thing, because nothing is more important than your health. And since wellness strongly focuses on exercise and fitness \u2014 kinesiology is a must. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But the great thing about studying kinesiology is that it doesn\u2019t set you on a rigid path. It provides you with the necessary foundation you need to make a choice. It opens up a long list of practical career opportunities in a growing field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Wellness Industry is Booming<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Need the proof? The health and wellness sector is a $4.5 trillion industry<\/a> that continues to expand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While wellness tourism<\/a> is certainly on hold due to COVID-19, most wellness professionals have had no problem shifting their business models<\/a> during the pandemic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

People are more disappointed than ever with the American healthcare system \u2014 so the move from \u201csick care to well care\u201d<\/a> continues. Consumers are increasingly concerned with preventative care and living well. And even before the health crisis, the popularity of workplace wellness programs<\/a> was on the rise. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wellness is probably one of the most legitimate trends \u2014 and thankfully it’s not going anywhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kinesiology Offers Excellent Career Options & Salary Potential<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Because there is such a high demand in the wellness space, there is a huge need for qualified health professionals in a wide variety of roles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And of course, the more education and expertise you have, the better! If you complete a degree in kinesiology, you are beginning a journey that will lead to any of the following careers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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