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Kinesiologist
This unit group includes those who oversee and administer recreation, sports and fitnessprograms and activities, provide consulting services, conduct research and develop programs and policies related to recreation, sports and physical fitness. They are employed by federal, provincial and municipal governments, health and sports organizations, community centres, recreational institutions, sport and fitness consulting firms, or they may also be self-employed.
Kinesiologists can perform some or all of the following duties:
Kinesiologists conduct fitness and human movement tests and assessments. They design and implement programs to maintain, rehabilitate or enhance movement and performance in the areas of sports, recreation, work and exercise.
Fitness consultants provide expert advice and consulting services to community groups, corporations, schools and other organizations in the design and development of fitness programs and activities.
Recreation consultants provide expert advice and consulting service to communities, corporations, institutions and other organizations in the design and development of recreation programs and activities.
Recreation, sports and fitness policy analysts conduct research and develop government policies related to recreation, sports and fitness.
Recreation and sports program supervisors develop, plan and co-ordinate sports, fitness and recreation programs.
Sports consultants provide expert advice and consulting service to sports associations and other organizations in the design, development and administration of sports programs and activities.
Fitness appraisers conduct fitness tests and assessments, and design, develop and deliver fitness counselling.
Exercise therapists conduct fitness tests and assessments, and design, develop and deliver rehabilitative exercise programs in occupational and related health settings.
Employment Requirments:
A university degree in recreation administration, sports administration, physical education, kinesiology or related discipline combined with some work experience in a related field or A college diploma in a recreation, sports or fitness program combined with some experience in a related field is usually required.
Kinesiologists usually require a master's degree in kinesiology.
Recreation and sports program supervisors require experience as program leaders or instructors in recreation and sports. Certification in program specialization, such as fitness or lifesaving, may also be required.
A Certified Fitness Appraiser certificate may be required for fitness consultants and appraisers.
Additional information:
Recreation and sports program supervisors may progress to recreation and sport management positions with experience.
Mobility among recreation, sports and fitness consultants may be restricted within individual area of expertise.
Courtesy of: Human Resources and Skills Development Canada