Kinesiology Degrees & Certificates | New Orleans, LA | Tulane School of Professional Advancement

Kinesiology Degrees & Certificates | New Orleans, LA | Tulane School of Professional Advancement
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SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL ADVANCEMENT
Kinesiology
Prepare for Careers in Health, Fitness, and Human Performance
The Kinesiology Program at the Tulane School of Professional Advancement is a gateway to rewarding careers that intersect health, science, and physical activity. This multidisciplinary field explores the mechanics of human movement, anatomy, and exercise physiology. With a focus on promoting overall well-being, our degrees and certificates prepare you to understand and address diverse aspects of human performance, rehabilitation, and preventive healthcare.
Graduates are poised for careers as fitness trainers, physical therapists, sports coaches, or health educators. The degree not only provides a deep understanding of the human body but also fosters critical thinking and analytical skills, preparing individuals to make meaningful contributions to the health and fitness industry.
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Affordable
Tuition
No Test
Scores
Rolling
Admission
Multiple
Start Dates
Expert
Faculty
Degrees & Certificates
Master's Degrees
8-week terms
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8-week terms
Earn an MS in Sport Studies by completing coursework in two certificate programs, plus three required core courses, for a total of 33 credits.
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Bachelor's Degrees
Ideal for anyone interested in promoting a healthy lifestyle and working in clinical healthcare settings.
120 credits, including 40 credits in the major
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Perfect field of study for those who want to become advocates for healthy living.
120 credits, including 30 credits in the major
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Earn a master’s degree in just 12 courses
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Minors
20 credit hours
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18 credit hours
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Graduate Certificates
8-week terms
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8-week terms
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Frequently Asked Questions page
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Faculty Who Practice What They Teach
Our kinesiology faculty are outstanding practitioners in the field who share their expertise and experience with our students.
PROGRAM FACULTY
Faculty Feature
Cornell Sneed, Ed.D.
Dr. Sneed is a former DI Track & Field Thrower at ETSU who, after his undergraduate career, pursued a career in college athletic administration and coaching.
Areas of Expertise:
Sport Management and Leadership
Athletic Administration
Sport Coaching
Student Development
Student-Athlete Career and Academic Counseling
MEET DR. SNEED
“What I enjoyed most about being a SoPA student was the encouragement and patience of the professors as well as the flexibility of the online classes. I’m extremely grateful for that experience and the opportunity to earn my master’s degree at a manageable pace.”

Doshia Woods, Class of 2020
Engaging & Flexible Student Experience, On-Campus & Online
Partnerships that translate into industry certifications, credit for experience, & career advancement opportunities.
Never watch a boring PowerPoint. We’ve developed the most interactive courses around.
Our courses are constantly refreshed and informed by what leaders in kinesiology fields expect from graduates.
Navigate degree requirements and prepare for the workforce with help from our academic advisors and career counselor.
Meet the Advisory Board
The Kinesiology curriculum is guided by experienced faculty and a knowledgeable advisory board that helps ensure the most up-to-date and relevant skillsets are being taught to our students.
Jane Eason
Department Head, Department of Physical Therapy, LSU Health New Orleans
Charvi Greer
Associate Athletic Director/Senior Woman Administrator, Tulane University
Omar Khan
General Manager, Pittsburgh Steelers
Brett Venable
Owner, Recovery ChiroMed
Facts at a Glance
Tulane SoPA accepts students on a rolling basis, year-round.  Start dates every August, January, and May. We never require test scores or recommendations.
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All tuition is charged by the credit hour and we have minimal fees.
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to see our current tuition rates and use our net price calculator.
We strive to make a Tulane SoPA education affordable for all students.
Learn about financial aid, discounts and scholarship opportunities here.
Earn credit for your work experience through a
portfolio assessment
. Undergraduates can earn up to 24 portfolio credits. Graduate students can earn up to 6 portfolio credits.
SoPA offers
career advising
to all enrolled students.
Admissions Deadlines
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