Program Description
This program is designed for students wanting to complete the first two years of a Bachelor's degree at Front Range Community College and transfer to Colorado State University – Fort Collins to complete a BS in Exercise Science, Sports Medicine. At the successful completion of this program, students are awarded an Associate of Science in Exercise Science, Sports Medicine from FRCC and may transfer into the CSU Major in Health and Exercise Science, Sports Medicine Concentration. A degree in Sports Medicine provides preparation for an exciting career in medicine, physical therapy, occupational therapy, dentistry, or other similar health careers. Students are encouraged to meet with their FRCC academic advisor and the Health and Wellness Program Lead to ensure they are on the right path and to have their questions answered. FRCC and CSU advising teams will work together to answer your questions and ensure you feel supported on this journey.
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What You Will Learn
Upon completion of the program you will be able to:
1. Demonstrate knowledge of the structure and function of the body
2. Understand principles of biology, chemistry, and nutrition that underlie human movement and health
3. Recognize key factors that contribute to chronic disease
4. Identify and promote positive behaviors of a healthy lifestyle
5. Be prepared to enter a baccalaureate program in Sports Medicine
My Academic Plan: Full-Time
Courses are displayed in a full-time sequence showing the fastest path to your degree. Follow the pathway below to complete your AS degree in 4 semesters (2 years).
First Semester
| ENG 1021 | English Composition I: GT-CO1 | 3 |
| MAT 1340 | College Algebra: GT-MA1 | 4 |
| BIO 1111 | Gen Bio I: Molecular & Cellular Biology w/Lab: GT-SC1 | 5 |
| GT-AH | Any Arts & Humanities (GT-AH) Course. Prefer: Race, Ethnicity, & Culture (LIT 2005) | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Second Semester
| ENG 1022 | English Composition II: GT-CO2 | 3 |
| PSY 1001 | General Psychology I: GT-SS3 | 3 |
| HWE 1050 | Human Nutrition | 3 |
| HWE 1062 | Health and Wellness | 3 |
| Sports Medicine Elective | Human Growth & Development (PSY 2440), Child Development (PSY 2441), Human Anatomy & Physiology I w/Lab (BIO 2101), Human Anatomy & Physiology II w/Lab (BIO 2102), Intro to Chemistry I w/Lab (CHE 1011), or Exercise, Nutrition, Body Composition (HWE 2060) | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Third Semester
| Sports Medicine Elective | Human Growth & Development (PSY 2440) or Child Development (PSY 2441) or Human Anatomy & Physiology I w/Lab (BIO 2101) or Human Anatomy & Physiology II w/Lab (BIO 2102) or Weight Management & Exercise (HWE 1064) and Intro to Medical Terminology (HPR 1038) | 3 |
| CHE 1111 | General College Chemistry I w/Lab: GT-SC1 | 5 |
| COM 1150 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| SOC 2018 | Sociology of Diversity: GT-SS3 | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 14 |
Fourth Semester
| CHE 1112 | General College Chemistry II w/Lab: GT-SC1 | 5 |
| PHY 1111 | Physics: Algebra-Based I w/Lab: GT-SC1 | 5 |
| GT-HI1 | Any History (GT-HI1) Course | 3 |
| GT-AH | Any Arts & Humanities (GT-AH) Course. Prefer: Race, Ethnicity, & Culture (LIT 2005) | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
My Academic Plan: Part-Time
Courses are displayed in a part-time sequence providing flexibility for the working professional. Follow the pathway below to complete your AS degree within 8 semesters (3 years). This pathway may be accelerated by applying transfer credit, credit for prior learning, and/or completing one or more additional courses each semester. For more information, please see your Academic Advisor.
Fall Semester 1
| ENG 1021 | English Composition I: GT-CO1 | 3 |
| MAT 1340 | College Algebra: GT-MA1 | 4 |
| PSY 1001 | General Psychology I: GT-SS3 | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 10 |
Spring Semester 2
| ENG 1022 | English Composition II: GT-CO2 | 3 |
| BIO 1111 | Gen Bio I: Molecular & Cellular Biology w/Lab: GT-SC1 | 5 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 8 |
Summer Semester 3
| COM 1150 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 3 |
Fall Semester 4
| HWE 1050 | Human Nutrition | 3 |
| Sports Medicine Elective | Human Growth & Development (PSY 2440) or Child Development (PSY 2441) or Human Anatomy & Physiology I w/Lab (BIO 2101) or Human Anatomy & Physiology II w/Lab (BIO 2102) or Weight Management & Exercise (HWE 1064) and Intro to Medical Terminology (HPR 1038) | 3 |
| GT-AH | Any Arts & Humanities (GT-AH) Course. Prefer: Race, Ethnicity, & Culture (LIT 2005) | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 9 |
Spring Semester 5
| PHY 1111 | Physics: Algebra-Based I w/Lab: GT-SC1 | 5 |
| Sports Medicine Elective | Human Growth & Development (PSY 2440), Child Development (PSY 2441), Human Anatomy & Physiology I w/Lab (BIO 2101), Human Anatomy & Physiology II w/Lab (BIO 2102), Intro to Chemistry I w/Lab (CHE 1011), or Exercise, Nutrition, Body Composition (HWE 2060) | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 8 |
Semester Note: GT-AH** courses must be completed from either: (GT-AH1, GT-AH3, or GT-AH4).
Summer Semester 6
| GT-HI1 | Any History (GT-HI1) Course | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 3 |
Fall Semester 7
| CHE 1111 | General College Chemistry I w/Lab: GT-SC1 | 5 |
| GT-AH | Any Arts & Humanities (GT-AH) Course. Prefer: Race, Ethnicity, & Culture (LIT 2005) | 3 |
| SOC 2018 | Sociology of Diversity: GT-SS3 | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 11 |
Spring Semester 8
| CHE 1112 | General College Chemistry II w/Lab: GT-SC1 | 5 |
| HWE 1062 | Health and Wellness | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 8 |