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Sports Medicine Degree
The sports medicine program at Cecil College prepares students for a career as a fitness worker, physical therapist, or athletic trainer. The program focuses on activities and principles that promote physical fitness, achieve and maintain athletic prowess, and accomplish research and service goals. Program courses include: human movement studies, motivation studies, rules and practice of specific sports, exercise and fitness, principles and techniques, basic athletic injury prevention and treatment, and organizing and leading fitness and sports programs. Get more details below including other Maryland colleges that offer sports medicine degrees.
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Cecil College
11301 Springfield Rd, Laurel, MD
Cecil College is a public, community college located in Northeast Maryland. Cecil students can choose from an impressive range of academic and career program options without sacrificing the personal attention a medium-sized institution can offer. Small classes make for a more personalized education experience. Students wishing to earn an associate degree and transfer to a four-year school will find what they’re looking for at Cecil, as will the learner who’s seeking the direct path of job-skill certification.
You’ll find clubs and activities in abundance at Cecil College. There’s something for everyone! Choices run the gamut from arts and religion to cheerleading and honors societies. Also, the school Theatre Company and Art Gallery provide many hours of cultural enrichment to CC students.
Cecil College’s tuition rates run thousands of dollars below U.S. college and university average tuition rates, making Cecil a smart choice educationally and financially. The school has an open admissions policy, so students with a high school diploma or GED are encouraged to apply. For more information on the application process, contact the Cecil College admissions office. Your future of success awaits you. So, what are YOU waiting for? Call today!
Students Enrolled in the Sports Medicine Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Cecil College offers an associate's degree program in sports medicine.
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 1 |
| Female | 3 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Black | 2 |
| White | 2 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Sports Medicine program at Cecil College, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, Postsecondary
Description
Teach courses pertaining to recreation, leisure, and fitness studies, including exercise physiology and facilities management. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Athletes and Sports Competitors
Description
Compete in athletic events.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, athletes and sports competitors employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.6% from 2014 to 2024
Coaches and Scouts
Description
Instruct or coach groups or individuals in the fundamentals of sports. Demonstrate techniques and methods of participation. May evaluate athletes' strengths and weaknesses as possible recruits or to improve the athletes' technique to prepare them for competition. Those required to hold teaching degrees should be reported in the appropriate teaching category.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, coaches and scouts employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.9% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 4
- Average Annual Salary: $41540
Fitness Trainers and Aerobics Instructors
Description
Instruct or coach groups or individuals in exercise activities. Demonstrate techniques and form, observe participants, and explain to them corrective measures necessary to improve their skills.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, fitness trainers and aerobics instructors employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.4% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 5
- Average Hourly Rate: $22.18
- Average Annual Salary: $46130
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the candidates Cecil College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Cecil College may provide services to students like those listed below:- Online classes
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial courses
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
Intercollegiate Athletics
Cecil College is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with many of the sports being in the NJCAA Division II classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Volleyball