Sports Medicine Degree

The sports medicine program at Glendale Community 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 Arizona colleges that offer sports medicine degrees.

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Glendale Community College

12621 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ

Glendale Community College (GCC) is a two-year community college with two campuses in the West Valley community of Glendale, Arizona. The GCC Main Campus in central Glendale is situated on a 147-acre campus that has palm-lined walkways and many open spaces with landscaped courtyards. The GCC North Site in north Glendale is situated on a beautiful 75-acre campus in the desert at the base of Ludden Mountain.

Glendale Community College is one of ten community colleges in the Maricopa County Community College District that serves the Phoenix, Arizona area. The other colleges and skill centers in this district are in the following locations: Chandler-Gilbert, Estrella Mountain, GateWay, Mesa, Paradise Valley, Phoenix, Rio Salado, Scottsdale, and South Mountain.

Glendale Community College offers an excellent faculty teaching more than 1,000 different courses that lead to 50 associate's degrees, and 50 vocational certificates. There are also many transfer degrees and credits available for those students who wish to transfer from GCC to a four-year institution to complete a bachelor's degree. Many students at GCC take advantage of courses that allow them to expand their job skills, industrial training or pursue personal interests and enrichment. Both online and onsite learning are available.

Through a unique partnership with Northern Arizona University (NAU), GCC is now able to offer several bachelor's degree programs through its main campus.

History

Glendale Community College was founded in 1965 as one college within the Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD). The first classes for GCC were held in two different temporary locations. By 1966, construction was completed at the main campus and classes shifted there. Plans are in place for additional construction of buildings and facilities to meet demand.

In 2000, GCC North opened to serve additional communities in the area, offering a range of courses, programs and degrees. There are plans in place for expansion at GCC North as well, as the need arises.

Academics

The academic calendar for Glendale Community College follows the semester format, with fall, spring and summer semesters.

The following degrees and certificates are available from Glendale Community College:

The Associate in Applied Science degree (AAS): for students wanting to gain a depth of technical expertise by completing an occupational program (see list below).

The Associate in Arts degree (AA): for students wanting to complete a degree in 2 years or to transfer to four-year colleges and universities. The degree will transfer as a block without loss of credit to Arizona's public universities and other institutions. GCC offers a variety of Associate Degrees.

The Certificate of Completion (CCL): a certificate awarded for the completion of a specified career program.

The Academic Certificate (AC): a program of study recommended for students who wish to gain additional expertise in an academic area.

Colleges and Schools

The academic units at Glendale Community College are divided into 18 different departmental areas, and each department has multiple areas or disciplines. The departments at GCC are:

• Art
• Biology
• Business & Information Technology
• Chemistry
• Communication & World Languages
• Counseling
• English, Reading & Journalism
• Fitness & Wellness
• Library Media Center
• Mathematics & Computer Science
• Nursing
• Performing Arts
• Philosophy & Religious Studies
• Physical Sciences
• Public Safety Sciences
• Psychology
• Social Sciences
• Technology & Consumer Sciences

Student Life

Many services are available at GCC to support students. Some of these services are study assistance and tutoring, academic advising, career services, First Year Experience, an Honors Program, counseling, eCourses for online study, and more.

GCC also offers many opportunities for students to get involved on campus beyond the classroom. There are numerous events, athletics programs, student clubs and organizations, and student government.

Traditions

The traditional school colors for Glendale Community College are red and black, with white and gray as accent colors. The school mascot is a gaucho, and the athletic teams are nicknamed the Glendale "Gauchos."

Athletics

The Glendale "Gauchos" athletic teams compete in several intercollegiate sports, including:

Men's Sports:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Cross Country
• Football
• Golf
• Soccer
• Tennis
• Track and Field 

Women's Sports:

• Basketball
• Cheer
• Cross Country
• Golf
• Soccer
• Softball
• Tennis
• Track and Field
• Volleyball

Satellite Campuses

Glendale Community College (GCC) has two primary campuses: GCC Main campus and the GCC North site.  Courses taught by GCC faculty and staff are offered throughout the West Valley area of Glendale.

GCC also offers classes at the "Communiversity," which is a partnership between the Maricopa Community Colleges and the City of Surprise. Located near Surprise's City Hall, this site offers programs from three of the Maricopa Community Colleges and five universities.

Community Life

Glendale Community College takes a lot of pride in serving the surrounding community. Many volunteering and partnership programs and initiatives are in place that benefit the Glendale community.

Students Enrolled in the Sports Medicine Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Glendale Community College has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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

Salary & Wages

• Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
  • Total Employment: 230
  • Average Annual Salary: $91850

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

• Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Annual Salary: $35800

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

• Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
  • Total Employment: 4
  • Average Hourly Rate: $19.11
  • Average Annual Salary: $39740

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