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CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY TEXAS Concordia University Texas is dedicated to the mission of developing Christian leaders. Founded in 1926, Concordia is proud to be Austin’s leading Christian university, where Christ is honored and students of all backgrounds are welcomed. We are guided by our vision to be the premier university where the adventure of faith, learning and life-changing experiences leads to meaningful work. CTX is a regionally accredited institution of higher education, offering undergraduate and graduate degrees through a variety of delivery methods. We offer over 50 majors and concentrations. Concordia’s campus, unique in its natural setting on a preserve, is conveniently located minutes from both downtown Austin and the Texas Hill Country. Our location provides students with resources and opportunities to learn, explore and thrive in the best of both worlds — a small school and a big city. ABOUT THE PROGRAM Studying Kinesiology at Concordia University is an important step toward a career of helping others, and the program is geared for students who want to make a difference in people’s lives. Our goal is to help students gain detailed knowledge that will help them become competent professionals. While courses are challenging, they are also extremely interesting, focusing on both technical information and practical application. Three tracks are available through the Kinesiology program. Students can pursue Fitness Wellness & Supervision, Pre-Physical Therapy or General (perfect for someone hoping to get into coaching or to become a personal trainer). Kinesiology COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS & SCIENCES SCHOOL OF NATURAL & APPLIED SCIENCES CONTACT ADMISSIONS concordia.edu/admissions 512.313.4CTX APPLY NOW concordia.edu/apply

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C O N C O R D I A U N I V E R S I T Y T E X A S

Concordia University Texas is dedicated to the mission of developing Christian leaders. Founded in 1926, Concordia is proud to be Austin’s leading Christian university, where Christ is honored and students of all backgrounds are welcomed. We are guided by our vision to be the premier university where the adventure of faith, learning and life-changing experiences leads to meaningful work.

CTX is a regionally accredited institution of higher education, offering undergraduate and graduate degrees through a variety of delivery methods. We offer over 50 majors and concentrations.

Concordia’s campus, unique in its natural setting on a preserve, is conveniently located minutes from both downtown Austin and the Texas Hill Country. Our location provides students with resources and opportunities to learn, explore and thrive in the best of both worlds — a small school and a big city.

A B O U T T H E P R O G R A M

Studying Kinesiology at Concordia University is an important step toward a career of helping others, and the program is geared for students who want to make a difference in people’s lives. Our goal is to help students gain detailed knowledge that will help them become competent professionals. While courses are challenging, they are also extremely interesting, focusing on both technical information and practical application.

Three tracks are available through the Kinesiology program. Students can pursue Fitness Wellness & Supervision, Pre-Physical Therapy or General (perfect for someone hoping to get into coaching or to become a personal trainer).

KinesiologyC O L L E G E O F L I B E R A L A RT S & S C I E N C E S

S C H O O L O F N AT U R A L & A P P L I E D S C I E N C E S

C O N TA C T A D M I S S I O N S concordia.edu/admissions

512.313.4CTX

A P P LY N O W concordia.edu/apply

C O U R S E H I G H L I G H T S

# C T X S O C I A L

C O N C O R D I A . E D U / A D M I S S I O N S

� Personal Trainer

� Advertising

� Physical Education Teacher

� Athletic Administration

� Professional Athlete

� Athletic Coach

� Professional Dancer

� Athletic Trainer

� Professional Sport Manager

� Camp Director

Motor Development and LearningThis course is an introduction to the theories of motor learning and skills acquisition.

Therapeutic Modalities in Athletic TrainingThis course teaches the scientific theories underlying, and the proper application of therapeutic modalities commonly used in athletic training.

Coaching Team SportsIn this course, students will gain an in-depth understanding of rules and strategies of a variety of sports. They not only gain the technical knowledge, but also learn from guest speakers who discuss the practical aspects and challenges of coaching. Students are thus better prepared for many of the challenges that await them as they begin their careers.

The Kinesiology program prepares students to care for people in a wide variety of ways. Whether pursuing physical therapy school or a career in coaching, students learn in hands-on environments with small classes to facilitate deeper learning of the material.

Students gain hands-on experience through internship opportunities with Austin-area professional sports teams, physical therapy clinics and local high schools. They take classes such as Musculoskeletal Anatomy and Biomechanics, which teaches students an intricate understanding of the human body. Students participate in a variety of labs in which they practice on classmates as they would in physical therapy or athletic training settings. Guest speakers frequent classes within the Kinesiology major, discussing the practical aspects and challenges of their careers to help prepare students for real-world experience.

M E A N I N G F U L W O R K I N K I N E S I O L O G Y

I am the head basketball coach at Cedar Ridge High School. I also teach Physical Education Courses there.

Concordia University’s Kinesiology program set the foundation toward everything that I am achieving now. The small class settings and the ability to develop a one-on-one relationship with my professors instilled confidence in me by helping me to understand what it takes to be successful in life.” - QUINTON BL ACK, ‘09