The Strength and Performance Coach Certificate of Achievement is designed to prepare students for employment as a professional to enhance the performance of sport and tactical (police, fire, military) athletes. It is possible to complete this certificate in one calendar year. The curriculum has been designed to equip the student with the background, both theoretical and practical, to pursue a job promoting the physical conditioning of athletes. Strength and conditioning coaches also assist with the injury prevention and proper mechanics of athletes within their specific sport.
Courses in nutrition, exercise physiology, exercise testing and prescription, first aid, strength and conditioning biomechanics/anatomy, and injury prevention will prepare the student for responsibilities in the field of strength and conditioning. The program will also expose students to other areas such as fitness, health promotion, coaching, pre-allied health, and medical fields.
Please contact the Student Success Team for this program if you have any questions.| Course | Units | Typically Offered |
| 1st Semester | ||
| KIN 122 - Nutrition for Sport and FitnessM | 3.0 | |
KIN 122 - Nutrition for Sport and Fitness (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level, read college-level texts, and have knowledge of elementary algebra concepts. This course provides an overview of the role of nutrition to increase energy and enhance performance. Nutrients such as carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and water will be introduced. The digestive system and metabolic systems will be discussed. Sport and exercise nutrient needs before, during, and after exercise are evaluated for their effect on optimal health and performance. Carbohydrate loading, popular diets, and supplementation are discussed. This course is designed for the student pursuing a career in the fitness industry; certificates in Fitness Specialist, Coaching of Sport, Sport and Performance Coach, and Community Health Worker; and/or the A.A. in Dance and the A.S in Sports Medicine, as well as those interested in furthering their understanding of the effects of nutrition on the mind and body. | ||
| KIN 126 - Principles of Strength and ConditioningM | 3.0 | |
KIN 126 - Principles of Strength and Conditioning (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level, read college-level texts, and have knowledge of elementary algebra concepts. This course includes information needed for students who intend to teach strength and conditioning. The course covers anatomy and physiology, bioenergetics, biomechanics, training adaptations, exercise and equipment selection, training techniques, program design, and safety factors. This course is designed for students pursuing a career in the fitness industry; Fitness Specialist, Strength and Performance Coach, or Coaching of Sport Certificates; or an AS in Sports Medicine; and/or students interested in furthering their understanding of the effects of exercise on the body and mind. | ||
| KIN 127 - Exercise PhysiologyM | 3.0 | |
KIN 127 - Exercise Physiology (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level, read college-level texts, and have knowledge of elementary algebra concepts. This course provides an overview of the body systems and their functions under conditions of exercise stress, including how fitness training affects health, wellness, and performance. Emphasis will be placed on the muscular, skeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine, metabolic/bioenergetic, and neurological systems, as well as the physiological processes that are affected by exercise. The effects of various diseases and exercise immunology will also be addressed. This course is designed for the student pursuing a career in the fitness industry, a Certificate of Achievement in Fitness Specialist or Strength and Performance Coach, the Associate of Arts in Dance, or those interested in furthering their understanding of the effects of exercise on the body and mind. | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 9.0 | |
| 2nd Semester | ||
| KIN 128 - Fitness Testing and Exercise PrescriptionM | 3.0 | |
KIN 128 - Fitness Testing and Exercise Prescription (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level, read college-level texts, and have knowledge of elementary algebra concepts. This course provides an overview of how to assess and evaluate the results of cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, body fat, pulmonary function, blood pressure, postural analysis, and functional movement. Emphasis is placed on determining appropriate tests, conducting the tests, interpreting results, and creating exercise programs. This course is designed for students pursuing a career in the fitness industry or for the Fitness Specialist and Strength and Performance Coach certificates, as well as those interested in furthering their understanding of the effects of exercise on the body. | ||
| Select one: KIN 188 / KIN 159 M | 3.0 | |
KIN 188 - Theory of Coaching (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. The purpose of this course is to examine the philosophical, physiological, sociological, and psychological aspects of the coaching profession. Other aspects that will be studied are the principles used in the effective teaching of sports, athlete motivation, nutrition for athletes from youth through collegiate age groups, leadership, technical and tactical skill training and all components of team management. KIN 159 - Leadership in Sport (3.0 units) Advisory: It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course takes up leadership theories and the impact of leadership empowerment through sport. The course is designed for students interested in increasing insight into leadership within sport environments by examining philosophical, sociological, and psychological leadership dynamics in individual and team sports from youth through professional levels. The course covers topics such as leadership theories, self-awareness, informal and formal leadership, emotional intelligence theory, athlete motivation, team dynamics, the role of team captains, and communication theories. | ||
| Select one: KIN 193 / KIN 197 M | 3.0 | |
KIN 193 - Standard First Aid, C.P.R., and A.E.D. (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is designed for students pursuing a career working with the public and for those who want to further their understanding of handling emergency situations. Students learn how to give immediate care to suddenly injured or ill persons. In addition, students learn techniques for controlling bleeding, splinting, transporting victims, emergency procedures, one-person cardiopulmonary respiration (C.P. R.) and the use of an automated external defibrillator (A.E.D). Students have the opportunity to apply these technical procedures in class. This course fulfills the requirements for American Red Cross certifications in standard first aid as well as C.P.R. and A.E.D. KIN 197 - Prevention and Treatment of Athletic Injuries (3.0 units) Prerequisite/Corequisite:KIN 290 This course introduces the most salient concepts of athletic training, including the instruction for prevention, recognition, management and treatment of common injuries in a physically active population. The skills of basic strapping, bracing, padding and taping for the prevention and management of injuries will be presented and practiced. This class is recommended for those interested in becoming a certified athletic trainer, physical therapist or occupational therapist. | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 9.0 | |
| Summer 1 | ||
| KIN 226 - Advanced Training Principles for Sport and Tactical Athletes *M | 3.0 | |
Notes: *KIN 226 and 290 can be taken in the summer or fall KIN 226 - Advanced Training Principles for Sport and Tactical Athletes (3.0 units) Prerequisite: KIN 122, KIN 126, KIN 127, KIN 128 This course includes information needed by students who intend to assess and teach strength training and performance skills to sport and tactical athletes. The course covers anatomy and physiology; bioenergetics; biomechanics; training adaptations; physical assessments for strength, agility, power, speed, and quickness; program design; exercise and equipment selection; training techniques; and safety factors. The course is designed for students pursuing a career in the strength and conditioning area, completing the Strength and Performance Coach Certificate of Achievement, exploring the field of kinesiology, or interested in furthering their understanding of the effects of exercise for strength and performance in sport and tactical athletes. | ||
| KIN 290 - Work Experience Education/Internship for Athletic Training-Related Fields *M | 1.0 | |
Notes: *KIN 226 and 290 can be taken in the summer or fall KIN 290 - Work Experience Education/Internship for Athletic Training-Related Fields (1.0 units) Prerequisite/Corequisite: KIN 197 This course supports and reinforces on-the-job training in the field of athletic training under supervision of a college instructor and is facilitated by the use of learning objectives. Training is informed by learning objectives. Students work in a skilled or professional-level assignment in their area of vocational interest, and meet performance objectives related to instruction that are above and beyond the conditions of regular employment. This course is intended for students whose job is related to the field of athletic training and have completed or enrolled in the appropriate coursework. The course may be taken once and repeated for a maximum of 16 units. Contact the Work Experience Education Office regarding re-enrollment procedures. | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 4.0 | |
| Total Units for Kinesiology - Strength and Performance Coach COA program | 22.0 | |
| AP exams and courses taken outside of Rio Hondo College may fulfill general education and/or major requirements. Please check with a counselor. |
| M | Major course; course may also meet a general education requirement |
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In the strength lab, apply knowledge and understand exercise science principles and terminology.
With specific athletic populations, demonstrate proficiency in fitness, nutritional, and functional movement assessments of individuals.
Through video and in-person observation, understand the unique movements associated with skill development and performance in various sports.
For a performance athlete, design science-based exercise programs for both injury prevention and performance enhancement.
Develop performance-based group exercise routines to meet the needs various sport and tactical athletes.
Using the latest technology and software programs, input and analyze exercise performance data.
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