Kinesiology Diploma

All Kinesiology courses are delivered on a semesterized schedule from September to April of each year. Depending on availability of programming, some academic courses may be offered during the spring semester.

Most Kinesiology courses are delivered in the classroom with some available online. The two-year diploma program transfers into Kinesiology degree programs throughout Western Canada. We recommend you work with an Education Advisor if you wish to transfer your credits.

Industry Credentials:

Students in the diploma program may have the opportunity to obtain industry certifications such as:

• Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP) – Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)
• Canadian Fitness Education Services – (CFES) Fitness Knowledge
• CFES Weight Training Instructor 1
• National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) Modules
• CPR-C and Emergency First Aid
• SportMedBC Sports Aid Certificate

Kinesiology Diploma Program Requirements

Year 1 Semester 1

Course	Title	Credits
KNES 104	Introduction to Personal Health and Wellbeing	3
KNES 163	Physical Literacy for Life	3
KNES 190	Basic Human Anatomy	3
ENGL 100 or ENGL 101	English Composition or Introduction to Poetry and Drama	3
PSYC 101 or BIOL 101	Introduction to Psychology 1 or Introduction to Biology 1	3

Year 1 Semester 2

Course	Title	Credits
KNES 102	Introduction to Motor Skill Acquisition	3
KNES 103	Introduction to Biomechanics	3
KNES 110	Foundations of Exercise and Physical Fitness	3
KNES 201	Sport and Health Policy in Canada	3
PSYC 102 or BIOL 102	Introduction to Psychology 2 or Introduction to Biology 2	3

Year 2 Semester 3

Course	Title	Credits
KNES 200	Functional Anatomy and Physiology 1	3
KNES 204	Psychology of Sport and Exercise	3
KNES 209	Research Methods and Inquiry in Kinesiology and Health Services	3
KNES 203	Introduction to Athletic Injuries	3
Elective 100 or 200 level		3

Year 2 Semester 4

Course	Title	Credits
KNES 206	Introduction to Exercise Physiology	3
KNES 202	Physical Growth and Human Development	3
KNES 205	Nutrition	3
KNES 210	Functional Anatomy and Physiology 2	3
KNES 270 (Exercise Testing and Prescription) or Elective 100 or 200 level

The Kinesiology Diploma is awarded on successful completion of the first and second year requirements of the program. (60 credits)

Note:

• Students wishing to attempt the external certification exams and become a Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology-Certified Personal Trainer (CSEP-CPT) must take KNES 270 and complete the kinesiology diploma.
• If a student’s goal is to get the diploma in two consecutive years, then they should follow the course sequences prescribed as presented above in each semester. There are no guarantees that a course will be available without schedule conflict if a student takes courses out of the prescribed order.
• Electives should be chosen according to further post-secondary requirements or career/personal interest. For example, STAT-106 is required in some Kinesiology degree programs.
• Each elective must be a university transferable, 3 credit course.

View official program outline

View or download Kinesiology Program Course Completion Form

Year 1 – Semester 1 – Fall

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Year 1 – Semester 2 – Winter

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Year 2 – Semester 3 – Fall

Choose one (1) of the following:

Must choose either KNES 270 or a 100 or 200 level elective.

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Choose one (1) elective 100 or 200 level

Year 2 – Semester 4 – Winter

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Choose one (1) elective 100 or 200 level

Academic Requirements:

• Secondary school graduation or equivalent.
• Minimum 65% in either English Studies 12, English First Peoples 12, ENGL 090, or equivalent.
• Either Foundations of Math 11, Pre-Calculus 11, Pre-Calculus 12, Calculus 12, MATH 080, or equivalent.

Recommended Admission Requirements:

• To take BIOL 101 either BIOL 090, Anatomy & Physiology 12, or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 65% in Anatomy & Physiology 12 is required to take KNES 200 without taking KNES 190.
• Either Anatomy & Physiology 12 or Life Sciences 11 is required to take KNES 205 without taking either KNES 190, KNES 200, BIOL 181, or BIOL 101.

Additional Requirements:

• Students must submit the Get Active Questionnaire (GAQ), documenting medical clearance for participation in unrestricted physical activity or for participation in progressive physical activity with special limitations or exclusions. Any positive (YES) responses on the GAQ will require Physician Clearance prior to physical activity participation.
• Applicants are advised that students in this program engage in moderate to vigorous physical activity as part of their laboratory practice in a variety of courses. Students will act both as physical activity leaders and participants.
• Students may be required to travel to off-campus fitness and recreation facilities in the local area, and will require appropriate transportation. College of the Rockies students have access to public transportation covered by the student fees they pay to the College.

Tuition and Fees for Domestic Students:

For the 2024/25 academic year (2024/SU, 2024/FA, 2025/WI, 2025/SP)

Tuition Year 1:	$3,652.80
Tuition Year 2:	$3,652.80
Application Fee:	$30.00
Student Association Fee:	$138.00
Bus Pass Fee:	$177.60
Lab Fee:	$418.65
Health and Dental Fee:	$480.00
Total	$8,549.85

_{*These prices are for domestic students and may not be 100% accurate. However, these estimates will give you an adequate idea of tuition and fees for our programs. These prices do not include textbook costs. All prices are subject to change. Tuition fees include an alumni fee, student activity fees, and a student technology fee. In certain cases a materials and supply fee may also be included. For more information, visit: Tuition and Fees.}

Tuition and Fees for International Students:

For the 2024/25 academic year (2024/SU, 2024/FA, 2025/WI, 2025/SP)

Tuition Year 1:	$15,864.90
Tuition Year 2:	$15,864.90
Application Fee:	$100.00
International Fee:	$100.00
Student Association Fee:	$138.00
Bus Pass Fee:	$177.60
Lab Fee:	$418.65
Health and Dental Fee:	$480.00
Guard.me Insurance:	$270.00
Total	$33,414.05

_{*These prices are for international students and may not be 100% accurate. However, these estimates will give you an adequate idea of tuition and fees for our programs. These prices do not include textbook costs. All prices are subject to change. Tuition fees include an alumni fee, student activity fees, and a student technology fee. In certain cases a materials and supply fee may also be included. For more information, visit: Tuition and Fees.}

Textbooks and Required Resources:

Textbook selection varies by instructor and may change from year to year. You will be provided with a list of the required materials upon registration.

A Kinesiology diploma, combined with further education, can be applicable to a very wide variety of career options, such as a:

• Physiotherapist *
• Kinesiologist / Other Professional Occupations in Therapy and Assessment
• Occupational Therapist *
• Coach
• Health Policy Researcher, Consultant / Program Officer
• Massage therapist *

• High Opportunity Career

To Institution	Program
Capilano University	Bachelor of Kinesiology	Transfer Agreement