Loyalist College of Applied Arts & Technology
Diploma in Fitness & Health Promotion
Belleville, Canada
Diploma
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The Diploma in Fitness & Health Promotion trains students in anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, exercise prescription, nutrition, chronic disease prevention and client assessment. You'll train in Loyalist's Fitness Center and lab, learn from registered kinesiologists and exercise physiologists, meet industry speakers, complete 320 hours of industry experience in two placements. The diploma has transfer agreements with Canadian and international universities.
Career Outcomes: Graduates work in health clubs, community centers, corporate wellness, military fitness, resorts, cruise ships, and self-employment as personal trainers, program coordinators, facility managers and wellness coaches. Many pursue Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology certification or study in kinesiology.
More and more, people are looking to make the most of their exercise experiences with workouts that get results and are engaging and fun. Qualified fitness and health professionals help people lead better, longer lives through healthy, active lifestyles.
What’s Next?
- Become a Certified Personal Trainer through the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology.
- Expand your qualifications with fitness training: A common first-year curriculum allows a seamless transition
Turn Your Diploma into a Degree
Many universities across Canada and abroad will provide credit recognition for your diploma studies at Loyalist College. The following is a list of agreements that are currently in place. There are many more options, and new agreements are added annually.
- Algoma University – B.A.; B.B.A.; B.Sc.; Bach. Computer Science
- Athabasca University – Bachelor of Professional Arts in Human Services
- Brock University – various*
- Davenport University – B.A. Sport Management
- Institute of Technology Tralee – Bachelor of Science in Health and Leisure (Year 3)
- Lakehead University – B.B.A.
- Laurentian University – various*
- Laurier Brantford – any honours program
- Nipissing University – various*
- Seneca College – Bach. Interdisciplinary Studies
- University of Guelph – B.A.Sc. (Honours) Kinesiology
- Ontario Tech University – Bachelor of Health Science (Honours) in Kinesiology; B.A. Adult Education and Digital Technology
- University of Waterloo – various*
- Wilfrid Laurier University – various*
- York University – various*
- Atlantic Technological University - Year 3
*Various potential degree pathways. Please confirm details with the receiving institution.
Experiential Learning
In this hands-on program you will develop confidence and expertise in designing and implementing fitness programs for both individuals and groups:
- Learn to accurately assess health and fitness levels, evaluate progress and develop exercise prescriptions tailored to meet the interests and lifestyle goals of every client.
- Train and teach in Loyalist’s newly renovated on-campus Fitness Centre and program-dedicated fitness lab.
- Gain applied knowledge of anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, exercise prescription, nutrition, chronic disease prevention and entrepreneurship and marketing.
- Network with guest speakers who are industry professionals in fitness and wellness.
- Assist and develop programs for personal training clients at the College.
- Earn 320 hours of industry experience in two field placements.
Outstanding Faculty Make the Difference
- Learn with registered kinesiologists, exercise physiologists and personal trainer examiners who have experience working with elite athletes, cardiac rehab patients, children with special needs, and people of all ages and abilities in between.
- A wide network of current industry contacts connects students with placements and jobs.
