Program at a glance
Credential
Diploma
Work experience
Co-op / internship
Study options
Full-time
Part-time
Open to International
Yes
Length
2 Years
Prepare to work as a qualified exercise professional
Start in September, January or May
Students in this two-year °ì¾±²Ô±ð²õ¾±´Ç±ô´Ç²µ²âÌý±è°ù´Ç²µ°ù²¹³¾Ìýstudy fitness principles, physical fitness training practices, exercise physiology, exercise testing and prescription, nutrition, health promotion, lifestyle management, stress management, growth and development and behavioural change.
Is Kinesiology right for you?
If you would like to become an advocateÌýfor fitness and healthy living, Kinesiology may be your path to a fulfilling career.
You'll be prepared to design and implement personalized exercise and physical activity programs and lifestyle education programs as personal trainers or other fitness professionals.
Areas of study include the physiological, psychological and biomechanical foundations for physical fitness and movement education that also lead to healthy lifestyle behaviours.
As a student
Our Kinesiology program is delivered at the Interurban campus with some courses engaging in our natural surroundings and with specialist providers in the community. As a Kinesiology student, you will become an integral part of the School of Health Sciences and Human ServicesÌýthroughout your program.
Applied learning
You’ll connect theory with hands-on practice through interactive classroom, lab and workplace learning environments within clinical, community, sport and recreation settings.
Small class size
With smaller class sizes, you'll get to know your peers and instructors for more in-depth learning, support and camaraderie.
Work experience
Put your skills to work and gain valuable industry experience. You'll have the choice between a 100-hour work experience or 300-hour internship.
After graduation
Graduates of the Diploma in Kinesiology meet the requirements to write the Certified Personal Trainer exam through the Ìý(CSEP).ÌýÌý
Further study
GraduatesÌýmay be interested in continuing on to complete their degree through our Bachelor of Kinesiology or pursue studies at other institutions in the areas of sport and fitness leadership, health promotion, exercise physiology and kinesiology.
Employment opportunities
- Fitness instructors
- Group exercise coordinators
- Personal trainers
- Wellness and health promotions specialists
- Facility programmers
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What you'll learn
Current students wanting information about your program, go to student planning inÌý.
Program outline
For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the academic calendar.
What to expect
The diploma program will take students two years, if choosing full-time study of 5 courses per term.
Year 1
You willÌýcover the basics of human anatomy, psy