Sports Medicine Degree

The sports medicine program at Santa Monica 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 California colleges that offer sports medicine degrees.

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Santa Monica College

500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA

Santa Monica College (SMC) is a leading two-year community college located in Santa Monica, California.  SMC has an award-winning faculty and ranks number one in California for community colleges that successfully transfer students to the University of California, University of Southern California or other four-year institutions. SMC also has a large international student population as compared to other community colleges.

SMC ranks high in its career preparation and certification programs in nursing, solar technology, new media, computer technology, early childhood education, business, graphic design and many other occupations.

The 38-acre main campus of SMC has state-of-the-art facilities and several highlights such as the John Drescher Planetarium, the Broad Stage for performing arts, and the Academy of Entertainment & Technology.  The award-winning public radio station, KCRW (89.9 FM) is also part of SMC's main campus.

History

Santa Monica College was established in 1929 with just over 150 students.

Academics

Santa Monica College offers the Associate in Arts Degree, as well as Certificates of Achievement in several departments, which can be completed online.  There are also "pre-professional" courses at SMC that students may take for certain careers that may require further specialized study. The Pre-Professional programs include such careers as Pre-Chiropractic, Pre-Dental/Dental Hygiene, Pre-Law, Pre-Medical, Pre-Pharmacy, Pre-Veterinary and Teacher Preparation.

Students hoping to transfer to a four-year institution can follow the Transfer programs offered at SMC.

SMCOnline offers education in many disciplines on the Internet for students who are working or otherwise cannot study on campus.  There is 24/7 technical support available for online students.

Colleges and Schools

Santa Monica College offers degree and certificate programs in many of its different departments, which are:

• Art
• Business
• Chemistry 
• Communication
• Computer Science and Information Systems
• Cosmetology
• Counseling
• Dance
• Design Technology
• AET
• Graphic Design
• Interior Architectural Design
• Earth Science
• Education/ECE
• Engineering
• ESL
• English
• Fashion Design and Merchandising
• Health Sciences
• Nursing
• Respiratory Therapy 
• History
• Kinesiology and Athletics
• Life Sciences
• Mathematics
• Modern Languages
• Music
• Photography
• Physical Sciences
• Physics
• Psychology
• Philosophy and Social Sciences
• Theatre Arts

Student Life

There are many cultural and recreational activities offered at Santa Monica College including athletics, concerts, plays, art exhibits and lectures.

Student activities and clubs are offered through the Associated Students.  There are many student resources on campus including computer labs, counseling, the Health Services Center, Child Care Services, Student Employment, and many others.

Athletics

The Santa Monica "Corsairs" teams compete in 16 different sports throughout the year.  The sports that Santa Monica teams compete in are:

Men's Sports:

• Basketball
• Cross Country
• Football
• Swimming
• Track & Field
• Volleyball
• Water Polo

Women's Sports:

• Basketball
• Cross Country
• Soccer
• Softball
• Swimming
• Tennis
• Volleyball
• Water Polo

Satellite Campuses

Santa Monica College has several satellite campuses near its main campus, including classes offered in community facilities in downtown Santa Monica.

Community Life

Santa Monica College offers its Emeritus College classes to seniors and Continuing and Community Education Programs to all community members.

The Corsair is a student-run newspaper that is supervised by faculty and open to all registered students.

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

Salary & Wages

• San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Annual Salary: $40410

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

• San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $22.04
  • Average Annual Salary: $45850

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