The emphasis in our course selection is the link between science, sport, fitness, and allied health sciences.  Following undergraduate completion, some students go directly into careers in coaching, fitness (personal training), and sport performance. The program is particularly designed to emphasize strength and conditioning program planning and prescription. The program is an Education Recognition Program for those interested in the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) credential offered by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). 

Many students also desire careers that require graduate level degrees. Since 2016, our students have been admitted to Physical Therapy schools (i.e., University of Colorado, Pacific University, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Chapman University, Rocky Mountain University, University of Washington); Occupational Therapy schools (i.e., University of Puget Sound); graduate nursing programs (i.e., John Hopkins, Massachusetts General Hospital, University of San Diego, University of Hawai‘i; and Athletic Training (University of Hawai‘i).  

This program area has been structured to enable the students to design an academic curriculum that best reflects their individual interests as well as general prerequisites for graduate or professional programs. More specifically, pathways are outlined to provide a coordinating matrix for required and recommended courses in which students should enroll.

View the “What can I do with this major?” document for more career options.

The Department of Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Science follows the UH Mānoa admissions requirements. Please see the general admission website https://manoa.hawaii.edu/admissions/index.html

See the UHM Admissions page for Application Deadlines.

This is an on-campus traditional degree program.

For coursework information, review the program sheet.

General University Requirements: Min. 120 credits

Students must meet with an advisor from the Office of Student Academic Services (OSAS) at the College of Education for General Education and Focus Requirements, schedule an appointment with an OSAS advisor.

Academic Major and Related Courses:

Students must meet with a KRS Advisor for HES core and elective requirements, houl@hawaii.edu.

Please refer to the program sheet and meet with a KRS advisor for more detailed information.

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)

1. Students will demonstrate knowledge of anatomical, physiological, biomechanical, and psychological principles of how the body moves in relation to space, time, and distance.
2. Students will demonstrate knowledge in the application of movement principles and concepts related to movement
3. Students will demonstrate the ability to coordinate, plan, manage, and facilitate exercise prescription and information
4. Students will demonstrate application of programming for healthy lifestyles
5. Students will demonstrate civic responsibility through a service learning project [capstone experience]
6. Students will demonstrate pro-social skills and professional dispositions in human interaction especially for persons of color and Native Hawaiians. (1c. Understand Hawaiian culture and history, 3b. Respect for people and cultures, in particular Hawaiian culture, 3c. Stewardship of the natural environment)
7. Students will be able to demonstrate culturally responsive teaching and interaction with persons of color and Native Hawaiians.

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