Are you passionate about exercise, sport, health, and human movement? Consider the Kinesiology program. Kinesiology is the study of the human body in motion and is a growing field that offers a variety of careers and educational opportunities.
As one of our instructors is a certified Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP) Exercise Physiologist and Personal Trainer instructor/examiner, you can also be eligible for CSEP Personal Training certification at the end of your second year – a year ahead of students at many other institutions.
Program Information
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.
Note: The information for this program is currently set to display information for the 2026/27 academic year. To view other years, choose from the sort feature from the “select calendar” drop-down.
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
Tuition and Fees for Domestic Students
For the 2026/27 academic year (2026/SU, 2026/FA, 2027/WI, 2027/SP)
Year 1
Application Fee:
$30.00
Tuition:
$3,800.10
Student Association Fee:
$69.00
Bus Pass Fee:
$100.00
Lab Fee:
$261.18
Health and Dental Fee:
$240.00
Year 2
Tuition:
$3,800.10
Student Association Fee:
$69.00
Bus Pass Fee:
$100.00
Lab Fee:
$174.12
Health and Dental Fee:
$240.00
*Tuition and Fees for domestic students are estimates and are subject to change. Depending on course electives there may be additional lab fees. Tuition and Fees do not include textbook costs or supplies. Tuition fees include student technology fees, student activity fees, and alumni fees. 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.
Tuition and Fees for International Students
For the 2026/27 academic year (2026/SU, 2026/FA, 2027/WI, 2027/SP)
Year 1
Application Fee:
$100.00
One-time International Education Fee:
$100.00
Tuition:
$16,830.90
Student Association Fee:
$69.00
Bus Pass Fee:
$100.00
Lab Fee:
$261.18
Health and Dental Fee:
$240.00
Guard.me Insurance:
$270.00
Year 2
Tuition:
$16,830.90
Student Association Fee:
$69.00
Bus Pass Fee:
$100.00
Lab Fee:
$174.12
Health and Dental Fee:
$240.00
*Tuition and Fees for international students are estimates and are subject to change. Depending on course electives there may be additional lab fees. Tuition and Fees do not include textbook and supplies. Tuition fees include student technology fees, student activity fees, and alumni fees. For more information, visit: Tuition and Fees.
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.
Career Info and Pathways
A Kinesiology diploma, combined with further education, can be applicable to a very wide variety of career options, such as a:
“Small class sizes meant I got to work closely and build relationships with my instructors and classmates. We got lots of hands-on time which was incredibly valuable in learning new skills.”
“The ability to connect with peers and instructors because of small class sizes. Interactive and engaging lectures and labs and positive collaboration opportunities.”
“Aside from the vast amount of knowledge and understanding gained in an area I love and find interesting, it has been connecting and networking with people with whom I share similar and different interests and perspectives. I have always found the content valuable and useful, even if it might not relate directly to my career path. I get to study what I am most passionate about. Also, the instructors at the college were extremely supportive and understanding, and very knowledgeable.”
“The stand out to me is how devoted the faculty is in aiding my education. After attending both COTR and [university] I think I had a much better learning experience at COTR. It was vital to be able to have a personal connection with my professors and know that they truly care about my education and success.”
