What can you do with an Associate’s degree in Movement Science?
Unlike the earlier years of obtaining a career, much more education is recommended for a
better future. The Bachelor’s degree is becoming more and more popular among students and
businesses. So what jobs can you get with only an associate’s degree? While there is somewhat a
more limited number, they are out there! Following are a few examples.
Associate’s Degree in Science:
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Occupational therapist
assistant
*Personal Trainer (ACSM,
ACE certifications needed)
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Physical therapist assistant
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*Registered nurse
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Radiation Therapist
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Personal and Homecare aid
Associate’s Degree in Physical Education
(Physical education instructors typically require a bachelor's degree to enter academics, though some states may
require a graduate-level degree. Other professions may need only an associate degree. )
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*Personal trainer
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*Sports manager
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*Fitness center manager
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*Wellness coach
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Recreation director
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*Community health educator
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Assistant coach
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Teachers and coaches (grades K-12)
http://educationportal.com/articles/Associate_Degree_in_Physical_Education_Program_and_Co
urse_Info.html
Associate degrees in physical education and health
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*Gym instructors
(certificates needed)
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*Fitness leaders program leaders
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*Health education venues (such as public outreach organizations)
Associate’s Degree in Kinesiology (similar to Exercise Science):
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*Fitness consultant
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*Dance instructor
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Physical therapy aide
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*Adult fitness leader
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Coach
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*Health educator
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*Personal trainer
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Sports instructor
Associate’s degree in health and wellness:
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*Fitness director
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Recreational worker
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*Registered nurse
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*Personal trainer.
Some of these may need further education, such as different certificates. Associates
degree opens the door to entry-level job positions in the sports and fitness field. To go further in
your career and to move up in the business, getting a higher education is necessary.
Certifications:
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National Academy of Sport Medicine (NASM)
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American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
http://www.ideafit.com/certifications/exercise-physiology
Stand Out with This Degree
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the majority of employers prefer to hire
graduates who have become certified to work as a fitness trainer or instructor. To
improve employment opportunities, you can consider certification opportunities that
are offered by numerous organizations. For example, the American College of Sports
Medicine (ACSM), the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NCSA) and the
American Council on Exercise (ACE) all offer certification opportunities for becoming a
certified personal trainer. Achieving this certification will make you more marketable to
potential employers.
Self-employment and ownership or management of fitness facilities are additional
employment opportunities that are available to graduates of this field. While many
schools offer a business course as a component of their curriculum, taking extra
business courses will allow you to learn how to operate as a self-employed fitness
instructor and gain the knowledge necessary to successfully manage a fitness facility.
*Certificates needed
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http://educationportal.com/articles/Associate_Degree_in_Kinesiology_Program_and_Course_Inf
o.html
http://www.worldwidelearn.com/online-education-guide/health-medical/sports-sciencemajor.htm