In Fitness and Health Promotion (FHP) two-year diploma program, students will gain the skills and knowledge required for improving the health of clients and communities through physical fitness. Students of this program will learn about the science and professional practices of implementing fitness and health programs for clients of all ages. They will receive advanced training and practical experience in coaching and fitness promotion related to the design and delivery of programs of physical activity and wellness. After this program, students will be well-prepared for the rapidly expanding professional opportunities in fitness, wellness and health promotion.

Throughout this program, students will develop the following skills: • Consultation skills for clients • Contemporary fitness techniques • Coaching and training techniques aligned with the CANFITPRO and CSEP standards • Holistic intervention approaches to physical coaching, including addressing exercise counseling and mental health first aid • Marketing and professional practice skills

When students graduate from this program, these are the types of career options that they can explore: • Instructor in health and fitness organizations • Instructor in senior centres • Coach in sports organizations • Work in municipal organizations involving recreation, fitness and leisure • Fitness and wellness consultant

Students will be certified in coaching children and youth, enabling them to work with sport organizations interested in developing athletes’ physical abilities. Graduates can apply contemporary fitness techniques and work with adults and seniors who wish to meet their own personal health and fitness goals. In addition, with highly marketable skills, students can consult with coaches, teachers, health care workers and others interested in building healthy communities.