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Kinesiology/Physical Education

Do you love sports and fitness? Do you love learning about the body? Do you care about all dimensions wellness? If you answered yes to any of these questions, chances are you should consider studying the field of kinesiology.

Kinesiology is the study of human movement, and it plays a vitally important role in the lives of everyone.

The Kinesiology Department at Midland College is devoted to studying the history of the field, current trends, and what the future may hold for students. All courses offered seek to engage students in thought-provoking lecture as well as hands on experience related to course content. As a kinesiology major, you will learn to live a healthier and higher quality of life.

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Program Details

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MIDLAND COLLEGE/SUL ROSS STATE UNIVERSITY PROGRAM

Want to earn a Bachelor's Degree while staying right here at MC?

The Sul Ross @ MC Distance Program allows students to complete 11 different Baccalaureate degrees from Sul Ross State University while staying on the Midland College campus. Transfer up to 90 hours of lower level coursework directly into your selected degree plan. Advanced courses are presented via interactive televised lectures or web-based classes given by Sul Ross faculty, with labs being taught by Midland College faculty. 

MC/SRSU Program


Transfer

Midland College has articulation agreements with a variety of schools and programs to assist our students with transferring to a university. Our curriculum maps, located in the catalog, provide a guided path for general transfer to our top five receiving institutions; however, your Pathways Advisor can assist you with a personalized plan for your specific transfer based on university and program. It is strongly recommended and encouraged that you contact your Pathways Advisor for assistance with course selection if you plan to transfer.


Kinesiology Departments of other universities in Texas

American Physical Therapy Association Directory

many career Options

  • Adapted Physical Activity Director
  • Aquatics Director
  • Athletic Administration in School or College
  • Athletic Trainer
  • Biomechanist
  • Cardiac Rehabilitation Specialist
  • Coaching at School or College
  • Director of Youth Camps/ Sport Programs
  • Epidemiologist – Physical Activity
  • Exercise Physiologist
  • Fitness Instructor or Program Director at Commercial Fitness Center
  • Fitness Instructor or Program Director of Corporate Fitness Center
  • Fitness Instructor or Sports Director at Resort
  • Massage Therapist
  • Medical Doctor
  • Occupational Therapist
  • Personal Trainer
  • Physical Education Teacher at School or College
  • Physical Therapist
  • Physician Assistant
  • Professor of Kinesiology, Physical Education
  • Recreational Therapist
  • Registered Nurse
  • Respiration Therapist
  • Sport Management
  • Sport Psychologist for Performance Enhancement
  • Sports Information Director
  • Sports Journalist
  • Sports Marketing
  • Sports Officiating
  • Strength and Conditioning Coach

Visit the course catalog for the most complete and up-to-date information.

 

Contact

Department Chair

Anthony Soliz
Physical Education Building
Room 119
(432) 685-4579
asoliz@midland.edu

Faculty

Kinesiology Faculty Contact Information

Division Office

Health Sciences

Davidson Family Health Sciences Building
Room 105
(432) 685-4600
Building Floor Plan

MAP

 

 

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