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Okanagan College

Kelowna , British Columbia ,Canada

Kinesiology Diploma

Study health and exercise sciences to become a community leader in sport, recreation, fitness and wellness.

Kinesiology is an academic discipline which involves the study of physical activity and its impact on health, society, and quality of life. It includes areas of study such as exercise science, athletic training, socio-cultural analyses of sports and society, sport and exercise psychology, fitness leadership, physical education-teacher education, and pre-professional training for physical therapy, occupational therapy, medicine and other health related fields.

The Kinesiology Diploma program helps students build skills that they can apply to a variety of career options in fitness, recreation, sport, education and health. Course credits transfer towards Bachelor degree programs in British Columbia and elsewhere.

Students develop skills for general employability and academic success including information literacy, written and oral communication, numeracy and computer skills, critical and creative thinking, leadership and interpersonal skills, and professional skills.

Students may become eligible to apply for industry credentials during or after program completion. External agencies may require students to complete additional written examinations and/or practical competency evaluations and pay additional fees. The department website includes links to relevant agencies.

All students register for courses individually. The first semester includes five common courses. Students then follow the program outlined for one of the diploma options below:

Kinesiology Diploma - Fitness Option
Kinesiology Diploma - Health Science Option
Kinesiology Diploma - Recreation Option
Kinesiology Diploma - Education Option
Kinesiology Diploma - General Studies Option
Students are responsible for confirming that all graduation requirements and residency requirements are met before graduation.

A Kinesiology Co-op option may be available between Year 1 and Year 2 (May - August) for eligible students. Please consult with an education advisor, cooperative education and/or the department chair to address any questions.

Transfer Options

Transfer credit is available for many post-secondary institutions in British Columbia and elsewhere. Most HKIN courses can be used as elective credit, or as the lower-level requirements leading to minor or major concentrations in a Bachelor's degree program. For more information, please consult specific graduation requirements at the receiving institution and www.bctransferguide.ca.

The Kinesiology Diploma - Health Science Option is designed as a pathway to a Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology, Human Kinetics or related field and subsequent application to a Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Sciences or other allied health profession. Select elective credits that will satisfy degree graduation and/or admission requirements.

The Kinesiology Diploma - Education Option is designed as a pathway to a Bachelor's Degree in a related field and subsequent application to a Bachelor's Degree in Education. Select elective credits that will satisfy some of the requirements for teacher preparation.

Kinesiology Pathway to the BBA. Students can combine their interest in health, sport, recreation and fitness with business studies to prepare to work for government, non- profit and for-profit enterprise. Become a local leader working to improve the health and sustainability of our Okanagan community.

Campus Information

Penticton

583 Duncan Ave. West Penticton, BC V2A 8E1

Intakes

  • Jan
  • May
  • Sep

Application Processing Time in Days: 30

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

Careers Hub is where Okanagan College trained talent and community partners intersect to build key connections and valuable employment relationships. 

Careers Hub facilitates pathways for Okanagan College students and alumni to connect with employment and Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities,  and provides the opportunity for valued community partners to hire and make direct connections with OC students.

Students can easily engage with this user friendly, digital platform to find employment and Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities, connect with professional networks, apply for jobs, develop personal career readiness documents and track job applications; all in one place!  

Valued employers and community partners can utilize this platform to post student and alumni employment opportunities and effortlessly tap into a diverse pool of highly skilled individuals by posting Co-op, Graduate, Full-Time, Part-Time, Indigenous Internship, Apprenticeship, Seasonal/Temporary and Volunteer opportunities. Enjoy Careers Hub features to manage applicants, arrange interviews, and find more ways to be involved in Careers Fairs and other on-campus recruitment activities.  

Co-operative Education
The Co-operative (co-op) Education Program at Okanagan College offers required and elective co-op for a wide variety of academic and vocational programs. Co-op students extend educational knowledge with work-integrated learning, to further reinforce academic learning and professional development. Immersion into related employment opportunities develop skill ability, gain professional experience, and network. 

Employers, simplifying the process of hiring a co-op student into your organization and accessing their talents is made effortless with our new web-based recruitment tool, Careers Hub. With over 15 academic and vocational programs, and students from all levels of coursework, Okanagan College student talent is diverse and skilled, offering a wide range of skills and fresh perspectives to enhance your organization. Co-op students can help bridge staffing gaps, tackle projects and events, and even become your next new graduate hire. By welcoming co-op students into your workforce, you also benefit from the guidance and support of our dedicated Careers Hub Coordinators, who facilitate employment connections and assist in finding the right fit for your organization. 

PSW Opportunity

Eligibility for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP):
Graduated from a designated learning institution (DLI) in Canada.
Desire to stay in Canada temporarily for work.

Important Note:
Graduating from a DLI doesn't automatically qualify you for a PGWP.

Validity of PGWP:
Depends on the length of the study program or the expiry date of your passport, whichever comes first.

Duration of PGWP Based on Study Program Length:
Less than 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials): Not eligible for PGWP.
At least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials), but less than 2 years: PGWP may be granted for the same length as the study program (e.g., a 9-month program results in a 9-month PGWP).
2 years or more: PGWP may be valid for 3 years.

Completion of Multiple Programs:
PGWP may combine the lengths of each program if:
Each program is PGWP eligible.
Each program is at least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials) in length.

Important Restriction:
You cannot obtain a PGWP if you already had one after completing an earlier program of study.

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:

Applicants must be 18 years of age, or turn 18 during their first semester. Applicants who are 17 years of age may be admitted if they have completed British Columbia Grade 12 or equivalent, or if they wish to study for the summer session only.

India

  • All India Senior School Certificate (CBSE) or,
  • Indian School Certificate or,
  • Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)/ Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) or,
  • Senior Secondary Certificate/ Pre-University Certificate/ Intermediate Certificate

Nepal

  • Higher Secondary Certificate or,
  • Proficiency Certificate

Sri Lanka

  • Sri Lanka General Certificate Of Education Advanced Level or,
  • General Certificate Of Education (GCE). Refer to British-based Curriculum

  • Course Type: Full Time
  • Course Level: Under Graduate Diploma or Certificate
  • Duration: 02 Year  
  • Total Tuition Fee: 33920 CAD
    Annual Cost of Living: 20635 CAD
    Application Fee: 100 CAD
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