Aquatics Specialist Certificate
Division: Kinesiology
PROGRAM CODE: 1C07829
Financial Aid Eligible
The Aquatics Specialist Certificate: Primary emphasis is to prepare the student for occupational competency in swimming instruction as recommended by the state of California and the American Red Cross. Course work in KIN 235 C, KIN 255 C, and KIN 256 C may use credit for prior learning approval based on current Red Cross certification in First Aid and CPR, Life Guarding and Water Safety Instruction at the discretion of the division. To earn a certificate, complete the required courses as listed with a grade of C or better. At least 50% of all course work must be completed at Cypress College. This certificate requires a total of 16 units.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses (4 units): | ||
| KIN 112 C | Swimming-Intermediate-Advanced | 1 |
| KIN 235 C | First Aid, CPR and Emergencies (formerly PE 235 C) | 3 |
| Elective Courses (12 units): | 12 | |
| Surfing (formerly PE 122 C) | 1 | |
| Springboard Diving (formerly PE 136 C) | 1 | |
| Springboard Diving - Intermediate - Advanced | 1 | |
| Swim for Fitness (formerly PE 149 C) | 1 | |
| Water Aerobics (formerly PE 151 C) | 1 | |
| Aqua Zumba | 1 | |
| Aqua Bootcamp | 1 | |
| Water Polo (formerly PE 146 C) | 1 | |
| Intercollegiate Swimming - Men (formerly PE 211 C) | 3 | |
| Intercollegiate Swimming - Women (formerly PE 212 C) | 3 | |
| Intercollegiate Water Polo - Women (formerly PE 219 C) | 3 | |
| Intercollegiate Water Polo - Men | 3 | |
| Athletic Injuries-Prevention and Care (formerly PE 236 C) | 3 | |
| Theory of Coaching Aquatics | 3 | |
| Sports Management (formerly PE 247 C) | 3 | |
| Psychology of Sport | 3 | |
| Lifeguarding (formerly PE 237 C) | 1 | |
| Water Safety Instruction (formerly PE 238 C) | 2 | |
| Strength and Conditioning | 3 | |
| Exercise Testing and Prescription | 3 | |
| Kinesiology - Internship Seminar | 3 | |
| Nutrition and World Food Issue | 3 | |
| Foundations of Recreation and Leisure Services | 3 | |
| Recreation - Sport Leadership and Diverse Groups | 3 | |
| Total Units | 16 | |