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Certificates

Certificates allow you to develop advanced knowledge and practical skills in a specific area while you complete your undergraduate studies. Certificate programs combine theoretical and applied learning to help you gain expertise that complements your Kinesiology and Health Science degree. 

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How Certificates Work

Certificates are typically completed concurrently with an Honours Kinesiology and Health Science BA or BSc degree. Students graduate with both the degree and the certificate upon successful completion of all requirements. 

Students must complete all certificate requirements, including designated Kinesiology and Health Science core courses, to the satisfaction of the certificate program coordinator and undergraduate director before the certificate is awarded. 

Available Certificates

Certificate in Fitness Assessment & Exercise Counselling

Certificate in Athletic Therapy 

Frequently Asked Questions

Completing two certificates concurrently is an exception and requires permission from the undergraduate program director and both certificate coordinators. Certificates require considerable additional involvement beyond the Honours degree, so completing two certificates at the same time is uncommon. 

Certificate programs in the School of Kinesiology and Health Science are competitive. Before you apply, learn as much as possible about the area of interest by reviewing available resources, attending information sessions and speaking with students currently enrolled. 

You can also strengthen your application to a specific certificate program by gaining experience in related areas. Relevant experience is not required for all certificate programs, but demonstrating interest and commitment to the field can strengthen your application. Certificate coordinators do not arrange placements for program applicants. 

In general, 24 students are accepted each into each Certificate Program per year. 

A certificate is announced and received at Convocation and the Certificate is noted on the transcript. 

For the Athletic Therapy Certificate, applications can be made any time after 48 credits will have been completed in the year of your application. See specific application details and deadlines.