College Diploma - Fitness and Health Promotion (FAHP/FADJ)

More and more, people are looking to make the most of their exercise experiences with workouts that get results and are engaging and fun. Qualified fitness and health professionals help people lead better, longer lives through healthy, active lifestyles.

In this hands-on program, students will develop confidence and expertise in designing and implementing fitness programs for both individuals and groups. They will: • Learn to accurately assess health and fitness levels, evaluate progress and develop exercise prescriptions tailored to meet the interests and lifestyle goals of every client. • Train and teach in Loyalist College’s newly renovated on-campus Fitness Centre and program-dedicated fitness lab. • Gain applied knowledge of anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, exercise prescription, nutrition, chronic disease prevention and entrepreneurship and marketing. • Network with guest speakers who are industry professionals in fitness and wellness. • Assist and develop programs for personal training clients at the College. • Earn 320 hours of industry experience in two field placements.