A degree in Kinesiology is for students who love action and activity! Kinesiology explores the science of human movement. Through your studies, you learn how to help people live healthier lives through exercise, rehabilitation, and nutrition. At Warner Pacific University, our program develops skills and understanding to help support people who want to feel better, perform better, or heal better. Kinesiology is a good first step for students pursuing a career in Physical Therapy.

The faculty at Warner Pacific University are committed to helping you discover your calling. Students have interned at physical therapy clinics, with sports teams, and at other sites according to their career interests. Through challenging and engaging course work and hands-on classroom experience, Kinesiology students are prepared with the expertise and skills to thrive in Physical Therapy or multiple other career fields.

Curriculum

In addition to Warner Pacific Core Studies Requirements Students Complete the Bachelors in Kinesiology.
BIO 211 or BIO 212 | General Biology I or II | 4 credits
BIO 221 | Human Anatomy & Physiology I | 4 credits
BIO 222 | Human Anatomy & Physiology II | 4 credits
BUS 195 | Internship Preparation | 2 credits
CHEM 111 or CHEM 211 | Introduction to Chemistry or General Chemistry I | 4 credits
HE 240 | Nutrition | 3 credits
MA 242 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 credits
PHY 221 | General Physics I | 4 credits
SM 393 | Research Methods in Sports Medicine | 3 credits
KIN 230 | Introduction to Kinesiology | 3 credits
KIN 310 | Motor Learning | 3 credits
KIN 325 | Biomechanics | 3 credits
KIN 475 | Exercise Physiology | 4 credits
KIN 490 | Senior Seminar| 1 credit
KIN 495 | Internship | 2 credits

Select at least one of the following:
KIN 320 | Fitness Prescription | 2 credit
KIN 350 | Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries | 3 credits
HE 410 | Fitness and Chronic Disease | 3 credits 

For students seeking admission into Doctor of Physical Therapy programs, these courses are recommended:
BIO 211 | General Biology I | 4 credits
BIO 212 | General Biology II | 4 credits
CHEM 211 | General Chemistry I | 4 credits
CHEM 212 | General Chemistry II | 4 credits
HE 200 | Medical Terminology | 3 credits
PHY 221 | General Physics I | 4 credits
PHY 222 | General Physics II | 4 credits
PSY 140 | General Psychology| 3 credits
PSY 314 | Abnormal Psychology | 3 credits

Plus, these Courses required for entry in to most Doctor of Physical; Therapy

Setting and Opportunities

Graduates have gone on to Doctor of Physical Therapy programs, or other health-related careers. Many are owners, directors, or managers of companies that focus on sports and exercise.

WPU provides students a rigorous undergraduate educational experience with hands-on laboratory experiences.  Several WPU students have entered the Doctor of Physical Therapy at Pacific University, George Fox University, Saint Martin’s Universities, and Eastern Washington University.

Additional Items to Consider 

 Students will often need a GPA minimum of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for admission and complete observation hours

Four Year Degree Plan
Pre-Physical Therapy Advising Track