Kinesiologist observing and assisting a client who is working out with the correct exercise form Kinesiologist observing and assisting a client who is working out with the correct exercise form

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Get a Move on With Your Career

If you have a passion for exercise, sport performance or human movement, kinesiology may be the program for you. Study a wide variety of courses from anatomy and physiology to coaching, psychology of sport and exercise, and nutrition.

Students can complete two years of study at NWP, exploring aspects of physical activity, exercise, fitness, health, and sport, before transferring into the Bachelor of Kinesiology degree program at the University of Alberta.

Get the Green Light for Admission

To be considered for admission, you must meet specific criteria, including English language proficiency and an overall average of 70 per cent in the following Alberta Education high school courses or equivalents:

  • English 30-1
  • Two subjects from Group A or C
  • One subject from Group C
  • One subject from Group B, C, or Physical Education 30
  • Only one language other than English will be accepted

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Take a Peek at What's in Store

Get a taste for learning by reviewing a few of the required courses.

Introductory study of human anatomy. Students learn structural and functional components of selected systems of the human body.

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This course will take multidisciplinary approach to introduce students to fundamental movement skills and factors that impact human movement.

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This course examines the biological foundations of physical activity/exercise and the components of health-related physical fitness as compared to health, chronic disease and performance; and explores physical activity guidelines and exercise prescription for healthy adults.

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Kickstart a Career in Health, Fitness, and Wellness

Graduates of this program typically seek careers as educators or administrators in fitness centres, leisure centres, and retirement complexes, as well as in personal training and rehabilitation services.

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