Ontario Tuition Grant
Strength & Sport Conditioning
Program at a glance
Program code:
010410
Accreditation:
Ontario College Diploma
Length of study:
2 years
Campus location:
College Drive
There is an increasing need for certified professionals in strength and sport conditioning. This specialized program, designed for athletes, coaches, or trainers who have experience in sport and fitness, will teach you the skills and techniques needed to help individual athletes or sports teams reach their maximum physical potential.
Strength and sport conditioning is athletic training aimed at greater strength, power, speed, agility, coordination and balance. You will learn general exercise principles, nutrition, and sport-specific science, along with practical advanced training in weightlifting, agility, plyometrics, balance, and sprint training for athletes.
*Fast Track option available
Career Opportunities
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Note: Students will complete 400 hours of practical work placement, including a seven week internship, under the guidance and supervision of a recreation professional.
Obtain two diplomas in three years! Graduates are eligible to transfer directly into the second year of the Recreation and Leisure Services program or the Recreation Therapy program.
Admission Requirements:
Program Prerequisites
OSSD or equivalent Grade 12 Compulsory English (ENG4C or ENG4U)
Curriculum:
Semester One - Fall 2013:
REC105 Leadership and Program Planning
REC108 Introduction to Recreation/Leisure Services
REC113 Introduction to Sport Conditioning
REC114 General Exercise Protocol
CMM125 General Business Communication
GENEDGeneral Education Elective - Online
Semester Two - Winter 2014:
REC111 Health and Wellness
REC119 Resistance Training for Athletes
REC123 Recreation Facilities
REC128 Sports and Special Events
REC130 Legislation and Risk Management
GENEDGeneral Education Elective - Online
Semester Three - Fall 2014:
REC214 Administration of Recreation/Leisure Services
REC218 Marketing Recreation and Leisure
REC235 Science of Sport Conditioning
REC254 Work Placement (placement 100)
GENEDGeneral Education Elective - Online
Semester Four - Winter 2015 (14 wks; 7 wks class / 7 wks internship):
REC230 Financial Management
REC232 Volunteer Management
REC234 Leagues and Tournaments
REC231 Agility, Plyometric and Speed Training
REC255 Internship – Sport Conditioning (Internship - 280 hrs)
Note: Employers may require current Emergency First Aid and CPR training and a criminal reference check. Prior to commencing placement, students must have current Emergency First Aid and CPR training and a criminal reference check. All associated costs are the responsibility of the student.
Every attempt is made to ensure the accuracy of information provided on our website. The College reserves the right to modify any course, program, curriculum, fee, timetable, or campus location at any time.
Additional Credentials:
Dual Diploma Option
The program curriculum is designed to offer students the opportunity to obtain two diplomas in three years. Graduates are eligible to transfer directly into Canadore's Recreation Therapy program or Canadore's Strength and Sport Conditioning program. These transfer options enable students to obtain a second diploma within a year.
Diploma to Degree
- Nipissing University
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