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Associate kinesiology and exercise science programs
An associate-level path can be the most direct route to a defined assistant credential, but only when the exact program is professionally accredited and includes its required labs and clinical education.
Which associate programs are in the verified directory?
How to use this comparison: Start with verified program facts, then use the linked school page to confirm current availability, placement requirements, and tuition before applying.
| School | Program | Best fit | Credits | Estimated cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia State University Perimeter College | AS in Kinesiology and Health – Exercise Science Pathway | This is an advising pathway; the school says it is not a major printed on the diploma. | 60 semester hours: 42 core + 18 pathway | Use Georgia State’s current cost calculator |
| San Juan College | AAS Physical Therapist Assistant | Most coursework is online, but the school requires 7–16 consecutive days on campus for labs each semester. | Confirm with the institution | $6,668.25 in-state / $13,265.50 nonresident estimated program cost |
| Rasmussen University | Physical Therapist Assistant | Clinical and lab requirements mean this is not a fully online licensure pathway. | Confirm with the institution | Rate not stated on the program page |
| St. Catherine University | AAS Occupational Therapy Assistant | Entry-level OTA education includes required in-person fieldwork and is not fully online. | Confirm with the institution | Rate not stated on the program page |
| Bryant & Stratton College | AAS Occupational Therapy Assistant | Availability and clinical requirements vary by campus; confirm them directly before applying. | Confirm with the institution | Rate not stated on the program page |
Which state comparisons are available?
Choose a state to compare programs headquartered there. These pages do not assume that an online program can enroll every resident, so confirm state authorization and placement requirements with the school.
What should you verify before choosing a associate program?
- Confirm programmatic accreditation, not only institutional accreditation.
- Map lab blocks, fieldwork, and clinical rotations before you decide it fits a working schedule.
- Check state licensure or certification rules for the occupation you intend to enter.
How should you use this degree-level comparison?
Use the table to build a shortlist, then compare curriculum and required practical work against the career or credential you intend to pursue. A degree label alone does not establish professional eligibility.
Advisor perspective
A program is a platform, not a guarantee.
The coursework matters, but so do the references, experience, and relationships you build while completing it. Ask each program how students access faculty, applied learning, alumni, and career support.
Where should you go next?
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
Can an associate program be completed fully online?
Not when the profession requires hands-on labs or clinical education. Online coursework can be part of a hybrid design, but review the required in-person schedule.
What should I check first?
Confirm the exact program’s professional accreditation, clinical requirements, total costs, and state eligibility before applying.
What this comparison does not show
These records do not predict admission, graduation, certification eligibility, employment, or individual earnings. Tuition, availability, and requirements change. Confirm details directly with the institution and the relevant credential or licensing body.
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