Lakehead University - Faculty of Graduate Studies
Professional Kinesiology
| School: | Lakehead University - Faculty of Graduate Studies |
| Degree: | Post-diploma |
| Field of Study: | Kinesiology and Exercise Science
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| Description: | The Graduate Diploma in Professional Kinesiology provides professional training and clinical skill upgrading for current and future practitioners of Kinesiology. Individuals will gain advanced theoretical knowledge and practical experience to help prepare them to work within the scope of practice of a Kinesiologist.
The diploma program is offered over a 12-month time-frame commencing in September. Students enroll on a full-time basis and complete course work as required. The program includes four online courses that run consecutively, and four 5-day on-site practical courses. This combination of online and on-site courses gives students the option to live in Thunder Bay or to live in an alternate location and attend the Thunder Bay campus to complete the practical courses. The format of course delivery may also allow students to maintain employment while completing their studies. |
| URL: | Professional Kinesiology at Lakehead University - Faculty of Graduate Studies |
| Length: | 1 Year(s) |
| Prerequisites:* | These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Applicants for admission must be graduates of a recognized university, college, or institute as well as show evidence of scholarly achievement. Except where otherwise stated in the Admission Requirements of a particular program, degree students must have a four year bachelor's degree or its equivalent with at least second class standing (B) based on their last 20 half courses or equivalent. An applicant holding a degree other than one in the discipline area to which admission is sought will be considered on the basis of courses taken and academic standing. A Qualifying Year at the undergraduate level may be required to meet the admission standards. Courses taken as part of a Qualifying Year can not be used as credit towards a graduate degree. |
| Additional Admission Requirements: | Students must have successfully completed a four-year degree in Kinesiology, Human Kinetics or a related degree, with a minimum of 70% overall average based on their last 20 half-courses or equivalent. |
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.