Bachelor degree
48 months
Application deadlines: anytime
Application fee: CA$100
Full-time
Intakes: September
International tuition: CA$14,560
Domestic tuition: CA$6,565
Program overview
You'll have the opportunity to practice and refine your field and clinical skills. Starting in second year, you'll have accumulated a minimum of 1,200 hours of practical experience.
In your first year, you'll cover the basics of human anatomy, psychology and health. You'll also be introduced to a range of sport and fitness activities including skiing, kayaking and cycling.
In second year, you'll do your first two practical placements. You'll start learning about injury prevention and treatment, as well as health maintenance.
In third year you'll begin to learn about injury assessment and rehabilitation. You'll also be introduced to the concepts of health and fitness promotion. In addition to classroom learning, direct patient care will be a part of your daily regimen.
In fourth year all of your theoretical and clinical knowledge comes together. In your final clinical placements, you'll have greater independence and responsibility, and be able to demonstrate the concepts of manual therapy, research methods, and ergonomics.
Study options
This program can be done
On campus
Requirements
High School Graduation OR be 19 years old on the first day of classes
English Proficiency (IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 78)
Career opportunities
This unique program that combines athletic and exercise therapies will guide you into an exciting career where you will assess injuries and conditions, and prescribe and supervise rehabilitation programs.
Campus location
Greater Victoria
,
Canada