College Diploma – Fitness and Health Promotion (1218)

The Fitness and Health Promotion Ontario College Diploma program prepares students for diverse career paths such as personal training, group fitness instruction, and health coaching, while creating pathways toward kinesiology, rehabilitation, and teaching. Students gain expertise in exercise science, nutrition, behavior change, and health promotion alongside core business and leadership skills. Learning takes place in two active learning labs equipped with industry-standard fitness gear and gamification software, complemented by simulation activities, an optional study abroad credit, and an industry field placement in the final semester. The curriculum also integrates preparation for internationally recognized certifications.

(Note: The program includes physical activities that may at times be vigorous.)

Academic Qualification: High School / Grade 12 completion.

Minimum GPA: 50.0%

Minimum Language Test Scores:

• IELTS: 6.5

• TOEFL: 88.0

• PTE: 58.0

• Duolingo: 120

Conditional Admission: Available for applicants who do not meet language test requirements by completing designated English pathway courses prior to academic study.

Value: $1,500 – $2,500 CAD (automatically applied after Day 10 of the term).

Award Breakdown:

70% – 79% average: $1,500 CAD

80% – 89% average: $2,000 CAD

90% – 100% average: $2,500 CAD

Eligibility Criteria:

Open to all nationalities.

Must be enrolled in Year 1 of an eligible degree program across any Conestoga campus (Fall, Winter, or Spring terms).

Minimum 70% admission average required.

Exclusion: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) students are ineligible.

Maintenance Requirement: Continuing students must maintain a minimum 70% Program Weighted Average to retain funding.