Sports Medicine Degree

The sports medicine program at College of the Siskiyous 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 California colleges that offer sports medicine degrees.

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College of the Siskiyous

2211 College View Drive, Redding, CA

The College of the Siskiyous, located in Weed, California, was founded in 1957 and began operations in 1959. The school is the northern most college in California, situated at the base of Moutn Shasta, and the only college in the Siskiyous County. The college's name comes from the Siskiyous mountain range that divides California and Oregon. COS is a two year institution funded and operated by the state of California. A second campus is located in Yreka, also located in the Siskiyous County. The school serves approximately 3000 students per year.

Academics

The College of the Siskiyous offers programs in a variety of subjects. Technical and career training, liberal arts and sciences, and health, recreation and physical education are the three primary fields of focus for the school. Within the framework of those fields programs are developed, offering degrees and/or certificates to graduates. Transfer to four year institutions is possible through agreements and regional accreditation which allows for the completion of the freshman and sophomore years of college at Siskiyous. Individuals pursuing career training or allied health training will be qualified to work in their field of study upon program completion, entering the work force at the entry level.

Programs offered include:

• Anthropology
• Psychology
• Business Administration
• Criminal Justice
• Nursing

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students interested in enrolling at The College of the Siskiyous must meet one of the following criteria: Be at least 18 years old, a high school graduate, recipient of California High School proficiency or GED, a high school student with permission from the school board, or is an international student and has followed procedures for international students. In addition, some students may be interested in applying for on campus housing, as COS is one of 10 community colleges in California to offer such housing. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs. Students in need of aid must complete and submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), after which eligibility and awards will be determined. The financial aid and admissions office have merged; as such students in need of assistance may look to the admissions office for help.

Athletics

The College of the Siskiyous Eagles participate in a number of team sports and the intercollegiate level. In particular the men's basketball team has entered the California Final Four a number of times. The school promotes athletic programs as an additional form of education, providing students with skills in teamwork and socializing, as well as developing the discipline necessary to achieve one's goals.

Athletic programs:

• Football
• Volleyball
• Basketball
• Baseball
• Softball
• Track and Field

Students Enrolled in the Sports Medicine Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. College of the Siskiyous offers an associate's degree program in sports medicine.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

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

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

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

• Redding, CA
  • Total Employment: 30
  • Average Hourly Rate: $15.14
  • Average Annual Salary: $31500

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).