Career Opportunities

Students who graduate with a B.S. degree in Kinesiology are well-prepared to go on to active and rewarding careers in education, sports, physical therapy, medicine, public health, recreation, fitness, and more.  With an aging baby boomer population and soaring obesity rates, there is an increased need for experts in these fields.  Job prospects are excellent in Kern County and throughout the U.S.

Physical Education Teacher

Health Club Manager

Athletic Coach

Camp Director

Physical Therapist

Strength and Conditioning Specialist

Occupational Therapist

Cardiac Rehabilitation Specialist

Physician's Assistant

Personal Trainer

Athletic Trainer

Biomechanist

Activities Director

Orthotist/Prosthetist

Chiropractor

Adapted Physical Activity Specialist

Health Administrator

Clinical Exercise Physiologist

Public Health Educator

Aquatics Director

Sports Agent

Corporate Fitness Director

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Studying Exercise Science at CSUB greatly prepared me for Chiropractic school. From origins and insertions of muscles to axes of rotation, it has all been applicable. Thanks for preparing me to pursue further education in healthcare. Close Quote
Jordan Payne
2012 Graduate - Grad School Southern California University of Health Sciences