Kinesiologist Stream

Kinesiology students come from diverse backgrounds but share a common interest in the biological foundations of human structure, function, and performance. Graduating from the Kinesiology Stream within the School of Human Kinetics program gives you numerous professional opportunities.

Upon graduation, you could pursue membership of the British Columbia Association of Kinesiologists (BCAK) to become a Registered Kinesiologist. Kinesiologists primarily focus on function, rehabilitation, and performance, and they can work in a variety of settings. You could serve as an exercise therapist, personal trainer, or a kinesiologist for clinics, companies and government departments.

Within the kinesiology stream, you could also choose to specialize in fitness or strength and conditioning. Our program is recognized by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) in their Education Recognition Program, one of only three institutions in Canada. You can pursue NSCA certification as a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT), or pursue other similar certifications. This can lead you to a career in strength & conditioning, fitness, or exercise physiology.

In addition, you could use your Bachelor of Human Kinetics degree in Kinesiology to go into post-graduate professional programs to become a physiotherapist, occupational therapist, chiropractor, or medical doctor.