Health, Wellness and Recreation
Can you see yourself inspiring others to lead a healthy lifestyle? Studying Health, Wellness and Recreation at Eastern College will provide you with the tools needed to create and deliver programs to help clients tackle fitness and lifestyle challenges. The opportunities for graduates are diverse, endless, and fun - you could lead aerobics classes on a cruise ship, assist in sports rehabilitation clinics, or spend one-on-one time as a personal trainer, among many other prospects.
Program Length: 49 Weeks
Campus Locations: Moncton, Fredericton, Dartmouth, St. John’s
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I had been out of the education system for over 30 years when I enrolled at Eastern College. Arriving nervous but excited, I was at once made to feel comfortable and welcome. I did pick 'the right career' and the right school for the job.
Course Highlights
Anatomy and Physiology
Exercise Physiology
Nutrition and Wellness
Community and Civic Life
Leisure Program Design and Management
Group Exercise
Fitness Assessment and Program Design
Introduction to Biomechanics and Kinesiology
Personal Training and Programming
The Business of Personal Training
Advanced Exercise Techniques
Student Success Strategies
Software Lab
Career Planning and Preparation Part I
Career Planning and Preparation Part II
Field Placement
Graduates may pursue the American College of Sports Medicine Certification in Certified Personal Trainer.
Potential Careers
- Personal Trainer
- Wellness Consultant
- Membership Counselor
- Recreation Instructor / Coordinator
- Fitness Consultant
- Health Counselor
- Strength and Conditioning Coach
- Sports Consultant
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