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Physical Education

  • Movement Science Certificate
  • Movement Science AAS Degree
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What’s the difference between the 1-year certificate and the Associate Degree?

The Movement Science program was created to offer students “stacked” credentials. What this means is that students can complete the 1-year certificate and stop there, heading into the workforce. If the students want to continue at that point, they will have already completed eight of the 18 required courses for the Associate Degree – every class in the 1-Year Certificate counts toward the Associate Degree. Classes are scheduled so that students can complete their programs in a timely fashion. The Associate Degree will provide students with additional job opportunities and prepare them to transfer to four-year colleges and universities. Here’s a quick comparison of the 1-Year Certificate and the Associate Degree:

1-Year CertificateAssociate Degree
8 courses18 courses
Can be completed in 2 semestersCan be completed in 2 years, with Spring/Summer classes
24 credits60-63 credits
No internshipInternship in professional setting required
Prepares student for professional certification tests and entry level jobs in fitness centers, recreational facilities, etc.Prepares student for professional certification tests and professional jobs in fitness centers, recreational facilities, etc.
Provides the foundation for the Associate DegreeProvides the foundation for transfer to a four-year institution

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