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The Kinesiology Diploma prepares students for a variety of careers in sport, recreation, health, and wellness by providing a base of knowledge in areas of core competency in kinesiology as established...
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Kinesiology

Northwestern Polytechnic

Northwestern Polytechnic

nwpolytech.ca
The Kinesiology Diploma prepares students for a variety of careers in sport, recreation, health, and wellness by providing a base of knowledge in areas of core competency in kinesiology as established by the Alberta Kinesiology Association. The development of knowledge and skills includes both theoretical and practical experience in a variety of settings and prepares students for employment in fitness centres, leisure centres, senior citizen/retirement complexes, colleges and universities, the private and business sector and provincial, national and international sport associations and events. Upon completion of a Kinesiology Diploma, students may be eligible for transfer to degree programs in kinesiology and related fields.
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Office of the Registrar
10726 - 106 Avenue
Grande Prairie, Alberta, T8V 4C4, Canada

Toll-Free
+1 8885394772
Business
+1 7805392911
Email
studentinfo@nwpolytech.ca
Website
nwpolytech.ca
Fax
+1 7805392888
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  • Program Type Standard
  • Credential Type Diploma
  • Length 2 Years
  • Part Time Only
  • Cooperative Education
  • Continuing Education
  • Distance Learning
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Admission Requirements

The Kinesiology Diploma program requires an overall average of 60% in the following Alberta Education high school courses or equivalents. For course groups, refer to the Classification of Alberta Education Courses.

  • English 30, minimum 60 %
  • Two subjects from Group A or C
  • One subject from Group C
  • One subject from Group B, C, or Physical Education 30
  • Only one language other than English will be accepted

 

 

Mature Student

 

If you are 21 years of age or older, by the first day of classes of the term in which admission is sought and do not have a high school diploma, you may still be eligible for admission as a Non-Matriculated Adult (NMA). Admission to the Kinesiology Diploma program requires an overall average of 60 percent on the following Alberta Education high school courses or equivalents:

  • English 30, minimum 60 % and
  • One other 30-level subject from Group A or C (Biology 30 recommended)

Regardless of admission requirements, you must still have the high school prerequisites to the courses you require or wish to take in your program.

Student Aid

This program is eligible for full-time post-secondary assistance by Alberta Student Aid for the funding year 2022/08/01 to 2023/07/31*.

  • Tuition $4,230.00 Year One
  • Books/Supplies/Instruments $2,000.00 Year One
  • Mandatory Fees $1,533.00 Year One

* Tuition, books, supplies, instruments, and other/mandatory fees are provided to Alberta Student Aid and may be used when processing full-time post-secondary funding applications. The educational costs provided are based on a 100% full-course load and may not reflect current or all educational costs charged by the school. Contact the school to obtain accurate educational cost information.

Transfer(s) Eligibility

Search Transfer Alberta for course and program transfer information including transfer agreements between post-secondary schools in Alberta, British Columbia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut and Yukon.

Transfer(s) available outside of Transfer Alberta: Yes

Updated July 22, 2022. The information contained in this profile is current as of the date shown.

Educational program information is provided as an introduction and for general reference. For current information about programs and school requirements or policies, check the school calendar, visit their website or contact the school directly.
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