Niagara College

Course Details

Exercise Science for Health and Performance

Course Description

Rehabilitation Units Wellness Centres Sport Institutes Private Fitness Centres Organizations with Corporate Wellness Programs Hospitals (Cardiac and Pulmonary areas) Canadian Armed Forces Occupational Testing Companies Private Practice Municipal and Community Services

Course Duration

NumberDuration
1year

Career outcomes

This program will assist the student to develop the necessary skills needed to assess, counsel and prescribe programs for high performance athletes, as well as individuals with high blood pressure, diabetes, heart conditions, obesity issues and other chronic conditions. This graduate certificate program may lead to students attaining the Certified Exercise Physiologist (CEP) designation through the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP). During the program, students may also be eligible to write exams for the following certifications: CSEP Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA) and Level 1 Weight Lifting Certificate from the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP). Opportunities for graduates include: Rehabilitation Units Wellness Centres Sport Institutes Private Fitness Centres Organizations with Corporate Wellness Programs Hospitals (Cardiac and Pulmonary areas) Canadian Armed Forces Occupational Testing Companies Private Practice Municipal and Community Services

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