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Silicon Valley Career Technical Education

Engaging Students in Rigorous, Real-World Academics and Skills Development

Sports Medicine & Kinesiology (UC “d”)
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Class Benefits

Sports Medicine & Kinesiology
Class Benefits

  • 30 high school credits earned for the year
  • UC "d" approved course
  • May be eligible for articulated college credits at local community college with an A or B grade
Certifications Earned Within The Class

Sports Medicine & Kinesiology
Certifications Earned Within The Class

  • Adult, child and infant CPR and AED certification 
  • Bloodborne pathogen (BBP) certification
Students acquire skills related to anatomy and physiology, nutrition, fitness and exercise, taping procedures, vital signs, training room management, injury treatment and training, patient care, and biometrics of movement. The class focuses on academic, technical skills, and employability practices. Students will develop personal and professional skills in the classroom that will transfer to the workplace: 
 
  • Physically active class
  • Collaboration with other classes on campus
  • Team and group work
  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Assessment of vital signs
  • Nutrition
  • Sports medicine clinic/family management
  • Fundamentals of fitness and exercies
  • Taping procedures 
  • Biomechanics
  • Research methods
  • Exercise physiology
  • Patient confidentiality and ethics
  • Decision making skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Develop good communicatoin skills with a variety of people including, physicians, patients, athletes, coaches and parents
Job Opportunities Upon Completion

Sports Medicine & Kinesiology
Job Opportunities Upon Completion

  • Physical therapist aide
  • Occupational therapist aide
  • Fitness instructor (with prior instructing experience)
  • Font desk gym or sports club
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Darren Sumida

Sports Medicine & Kinesiology Teacher

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Bio:

Before joining SVCTE, Darren Sumida coached high school sports for over 15 years in the East Side Union High School District. As a former student-athlete himself, Sumida knows firsthand the importance of understanding anatomy, injury prevention, and recovery—skills many athletes don’t always receive early on. His experience inspired him to teach Sports Medicine & Kinesiology at SVCTE, where students explore real-world applications of physical therapy, athletic training, orthopedics, nutrition, and more. Now, as an instructor, he's passionate about helping students gain the foundational knowledge and hands-on experience they need to pursue careers in health and sports medicine.

 

Why do you teach Career and Technical Education?

I love helping students develop their passion for sports medicine. Having experienced my own injuries, I know firsthand the impact that medical professionals can have. It’s inspiring to see students choose a path dedicated to helping others, and I’m grateful to be a part of that journey.
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