Sport and Fitness Leadership

Effective date: May 2013

This course provides students with an opportunity to earn academic credit for studying sport, physical activity, and health and wellness in international setting. It provides for both personal and professional growth and is intended for students who desire to understand the role of sport and physical activity to enact social, political and economic change.  It engages students in meaningful experiences and in responsible and challenging volunteer activity for the common good, while helping them gain understanding, acquire knowledge, and develop the necessary skills for living in a globally interdependent and culturally diverse world.

Course offerings vary by term; search Camlink for scheduled sections

Credits

3

Format

30 field practice hours and 10 other* hours per week

*Other hours may be debriefing seminars given face-to-face or on D2L in preparation for international experience.

Tuition

$930 plus additional fees. Effective until August 31, 2018.

Effective date: September 2010

Students will reflect on the significance of sport in our society and develop a personal philosophy concerning physical activity and sport. As such, they will present and analyze various ethical issues and philosophical perspectives related to sport and/or fitness, follow and dissect ethical arguments; think through philosophic issues; and apply theory to practice.

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Credits

3

Format

3 lecture hours per week

Tuition

$451.80 plus additional fees. Effective until August 31, 2018.

Effective date: September 2010

This course focuses on the student’s ability to modify sports, games, and physical activities to make them appropriate for a person with a disability.  It is designed to assist students to effectively include participants with disabilities in the least restrictive physical activity program. This course will aid students in developing a lifelong commitment to inclusion of all students in sport and fitness activities.

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Credits

3

Format

2 lecture hours and 2 lab hours per week

Tuition

$751.79 plus additional fees. Effective until August 31, 2018.

Effective date: September 2013

The aim of this course is to develop basic performance and teaching competencies in two selected individual sports/activities. Students will acquire performance skills, learn learning progressions and knowledge of individual game strategies and tactics as well as practice instructional techniques and feedback methods to improve performance in other learners. Opportunity for certification may be available depending on the activity. Activities may include curling, cycling, rock climbing, squash, tennis, track & field, yoga, etc.

Course offerings vary by term; search Camlink for scheduled sections

Credits

3

Format

1 lecture hour and 3 lab hours per week

Tuition

$602.40 plus additional fees. Effective until August 31, 2018.

Effective date: September 2010

This course examines the main theoretical principles that underlie current measurement practices in exercise physiology. The principles associated with various sport & exercise testing procedures will be critically examined. Students will develop the skills and competencies associated with a range of physiological tests. There will be an emphasis on determining measurement reliability and validity.

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Credits

3

Format

2 lecture hours and 2 lab hours per week

Tuition

$602.40 plus additional fees. Effective until August 31, 2018.

Effective date: September 2010

This course will provide an analysis of the origins, purposes, functions and events of the modern Olympic Games. It will critically examine the role of the Olympics in relation to issues associated with program events, nationalism and globalization of sport, amateurism and professionalism, gender and race, banned substances and marketing and commercialism.

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Credits

3

Format

2 lecture hours and 2 seminar hours per week

Tuition

$602.40 plus additional fees. Effective until August 31, 2018.

Effective date: September 2018

Students will have an opportunity to expand upon both applied and academic course work while working in a sport and fitness related leadership setting. This 4 month full-time internship will provide students with a practical work experience which is both facilitated and monitored by the College. Successful completion counts toward an Internship designation.

Course offerings vary by term; search Camlink for scheduled sections

Credits

4

Format

20 workplace integrated learning hours per week

Tuition

$601.49 plus additional fees. Effective until August 31, 2018.

Effective date: September 2018

Students will have an opportunity to expand upon both applied and academic course work while working in a sport and fitness related leadership setting. This 8 month part-time internship will provide students with a practical work experience which is both facilitated and monitored by the College. Depending on program requirements and availability, students may also take several academic courses at the same time. Successful completion counts toward an Internship designation.

Course offerings vary by term; search Camlink for scheduled sections

Credits

4

Format

10 workplace integrated learning hours per week

Tuition

$601.49 plus additional fees. Effective until August 31, 2018.

Effective date: September 2010

This course provides an interdisciplinary approach to acquire specialized skills in outdoor adventure activities and related business enterprises.  Students will design implement and evaluate programs and services that utilize outdoor activities to improve the health and wellness of individuals, groups, organizations, and communities.  It uses experiential learning strategies to increase knowledge, develop interpersonal skills and clarify personal leadership values.

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Credits

3

Format

2 lecture hours and 2 lab hours per week

Tuition

$859.34 plus additional fees. Effective until August 31, 2018.

Effective date: September 2013

The aim of this course is to develop basic performance and teaching competencies in two selected team sports/activities. Students will acquire performance skills, learning progressions and knowledge of various systems of play and game strategies and tactics. Students will also practice instructional techniques and feedback methods to improve performance in other learners. Opportunity for certification may be available depending on the activity. Activities may include soccer, volleyball, basketball, softball / baseball, team handball, etc.

Course offerings vary by term; search Camlink for scheduled sections

Credits

3

Format

2 lecture hours and 2 lab hours per week

Tuition

$602.40 plus additional fees. Effective until August 31, 2018.