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A career in the field of sport and recreation is often appealing to athletes. There are many post-secondary programs and careers within this field that are beyond physical education and kinesiology. Below is a list of universities and colleges in Alberta with respective programs with a focus on sport and recreation. Clicking on the institution or program name will link you to their website.

University of Lethbridge

Faculty of Arts & Science- Kinesiology
Career opportunities

Athletics administration
Exercise prescription
Coaching and athletic training
Health or wellness industry/program
Physical or occupational therapy
Sport nutrition
Exercise physiology
Orthopedic assistant
Activity director
Outdoor adventure education
Sports management
Injury prevention and rehabilitation

Lethbridge College

Exercise Science
Career opportunities

Business entrepreneur
Community facilities
Fitness clubs
Health/resort spas
Medical clinics
Personal fitness care
Physiotherapy clinics
Professional corporations
Recreation groups
Rehabilitation agencies
Schools/outreach programs
Senior centres
Sport organizations
Sport teams

Therapeutic Recreation- Gerontology
Career opportunities

Community-based programs
Group homes
Hospital
Lodges
Long term care
Mental health programs
Rehabilitation programs
Senior centres
Supportive living

University of Alberta

Bachelor of Arts in Recreation, Sport, and Tourism

This program includes a minor in one of the following areas:

Community Development
Sport and Recreation Management
Tourism and Natural Environments

Career opportunities

Recreation Therapist
Recreation Facility Operator
Event Coordinator
Director of Provincial Sport Association
Provincial or Municipal Recreation Coordinator and Sports Administrator

Bachelor of Kinesiology

Adapted Physical Activity
Career opportunities

Adapted Physical Activity Specialist
Exercise and Fitness Specialist
Kinesiologist
Paralympic Sports Coordinator
Recreation Facility Operator
Recreation, Parks and Culture Coordinator
Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Youth Sport and Physical Activity Research Assistant

Physical Activity and Health
Career opportunities

Exercise and Fitness Specialist
Fitness and Lifestyle Consultant
Kinesiologist
Personal Trainer
Recreation Facility Operator
Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Youth Sport and Physical Activity Research Assistant

Sport Coaching
Career opportunities

Athletics Coordinator
Exercise and Fitness Specialist
Kinesiologist
Recreation Facility Operator
Recreation and Sports Administrator
Sport Coach
Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Youth Sport and Physical Activity Research Assistant

Sport Performance
Career opportunities

Biomechanics Technician
Exercise Therapist
Exercise and Fitness Specialist
Kinesiologist
Recreation Facility Operator
Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Youth Sport and Physical Activity Research Assistant

Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology

A specialized science degree with a focus in studying human movement as it relates to the enhancement of human performance, health promotion, and prevention and management of chronic disease.

Career opportunities

Kinesiologist
Exercise Therapist
Certified Exercise Physiologist
Rehabilitation Specialist

Bachelor of Kinesiology/ Bachelor of Education in Elementary Education

Education - Kinesiology - Elementary
Career opportunities

Child and Youth Program Coordinator
Curriculum Consultant
Elementary School Teacher
Health Promotion Assistant
Teacher
Youth Sports Coordinator

Bachelor of Kinesiology/ Bachelor of Education in Secondary Education

Education - Kinesiology - Secondary
Career opportunities

Curriculum Consultant
Fitness Programming and Coordination
High School Teacher
Hockey Coach
Recreation and Sports Administrator
Secondary School Teacher
Teacher

University of Calgary

Bachelor of Kinesiology

Leadership and Coaching
Career opportunities

Physical education
Coaching and fitness consultation
Government/Public: national sport coach, rehabilitation and therapy
Education/Communication: physical education teacher, community activity leader
Business: corporate wellness consultant, personal fitness consultant

Mind Sciences in Kinesiology
Career opportunities

Sport medicine and rehabilitation
Recreation
Health and fitness
Research

Combined Degrees

Bachelor of Kinesiology and Bachelor of Commerce in Management
Bachelor of Kinesiology and Bachelor of Arts- Dance
Bachelor of Kinesiology- Pedagogy concentration and Bachelor of Education

Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology

Mind Sciences
Career opportunities

Sport medicine and rehabilitation
Recreation
Health and fitness
Research

Biomechanics
Career opportunities

Coaching
Recreation
Health and fitness
Research

Exercise and Health Physiology
Career opportunities

Sport medicine and rehabilitation
Recreation
Health and fitness
Research

Medicine Hat College

Kinesiology
Career opportunities

Coach
Exercise physiologist
Athletic therapist
Fitness specialist
Consultant
Researcher
Adaptive physical activity specialist
Athletic director
Recreation coordinator
Registered kinesiologist

Occupational/Physical Therapist Assistant
Career opportunities

Health regions/hospitals
Rehabilitation centres
Continuing care facilities
Schools
Community and government health agencies
Vocational rehabilitation program

Mount Royal University

Bachelor of Health and Physical Activity

Choose from the following 4 Majors

Athletic Therapy

Career opportunities

Certified Athletic Therapist

Research opportunities

Assessment and treatment of injuries
Epidemiology and injury prevention
Concussion
Medical education

Ecotourism and Outdoor Leadership
Career opportunities

Outdoor guide- lead groups of hikers, bikers, fishers, kayakers, skiers or climbers through the great outdoors
Park warden- you can care for Canada’s parks, assisting visitors and enforcing rules
Ecotourism program planner- work internationally or locally on sustainable tourism initiatives. Plan programs, develop marketing plans or consult on sustainable operations for tourism agencies.

Physical Literacy
Career opportunities

Physical literacy coordinator
Health educator
Sport consultant
Personal fitness trainer
Program Director
Physio/occupational therapist *
Entrepreneur/business owner
Health data scientist
Health policy
K-12 teacher *

*additional education, experience and/or training required

Sport and Recreation Management
Career opportunities

Director of community relations- promote teams and players throughout the community
Athletic services coordinator- be responsible for athletes’ training, travel and long-term development
Executive director- take a leadership role in the overall operations of a sports and recreation company
Marketing manager- use your detailed understanding of a company to create and implement a marketing strategy that will help move the organization forward

Research Opportunities