High School Graduation OR be 19 years old on the first day of classes
IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 overall (no sub-score less than 6.0)
TOEFL iBT score of 78 overall (no sub-score less than 19)
PTE Academic score of 54 overall (no sub-score less than 50)
Cambridge Assessment of English: C1 Advanced score of 174 overall (no sub-score less than 169)
CAEL CE score of 60 overall (no sub-score less than 60)
GTEC CBT score of 1200 overall (minimum sub-scores: Reading 325; Writing 270; Speaking 260; Listening 335)
Duolingo English Test (DET) score of 105 for General Admission to most Certificate and Diploma programs, and Bachelor of Business Administration programs (exceptions: Nursing and certain other Health-related programs). Score of 115 for admission to Post-Degree programs (all majors) and Degree programs offered by Centre for Sport and Exercise Education.
Two exclusive disciplines in one comprehensive program
This unique program that combines athletic and exercise therapies will guide you into an exciting career where you will assess injuries and conditions, and prescribe and supervise rehabilitation programs.
Hands-on learning
You'll have the opportunity to practice and refine your field and clinical skills. Starting in second year, you'll have accumulated a minimum of 1,200 hours of practical experience.
Learn from the best
Our faculty are knowledgeable professionals who work in a wide range of athletic and exercise therapy fields. Collectively, they bring a wealth of real-world experience gained from working with organizations such as the Montreal Canadiens, Rugby Canada, Ringette Canada, and the Canadian Forces; as well as with teams that participated in the Salt Lake Winter Olympics, the Commonwealth Games, the Pan-Am Games, and the Vancouver Paralympic Games.
Is Athletic & Exercise Therapy right for you?
Camosun's Bachelor of Athletic & Exercise Therapy is an intense, immersive program that combines classroom study with on-site experience. If you're passionate about sport and fitness, dedicated to helping others, and up for a challenge, Athletic & Exercise Therapy could be your path to an exciting and fulfilling career.
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In your first year, you'll cover the basics of human anatomy, psychology and health. You'll also be introduced to a range of sport and fitness activities including skiing, kayaking and cycling.
Year 1
Academic Term 1
All of , BIOL 143, Anatomy for Sport Education, 4
, EXW 120, Lifetime Sports 1, 3
, PSYC 160, Sport & Exercise Psychology 1, 3
, SPEX 110, Fitness for Life, 3
One of, ENGL 151*, Academic Writing Strategies, 3
, ENGL 161*, Literary Genres, 3
, ENGL 163*, Introduction to Literary Traditions, 3
, ENGL 164*, Indigenous Literature, 3
Academic Term 2
All of , AET 260, Emergency Conditions 1, 2
, AET 272, Field Prevention/Injury Care 1, 3
, BIOL 144, Physiology for Sport Education, 4
, EXW 121, Lifetime Sports 2, 3
, PHYS 160, Biomechanics of Sport, 3
In second year, you'll do your first two practical placements. You'll start learning about injury prevention and treatment, as well as health maintenance.
Year 2
Academic Term 3
All of , AET 201, Placement 1, 4
, AET 261, Emergency Conditions 2, 2
, AET 273, Field Prevention/Injury Care 2, 3
, EXW 240, Fitness and Health Assessment, 3
, HLTH 110, Health and Wellness in Contemporary Society, 3
, SPEX 210, Exercise Physiology, 3
All of , AET 202, Placement 2, 4
, CHEM 214, Nutrition for Fitness, 3
, EXW 130, Life Cycle Fitness, 3
, EXW 220, Lifetime Fitness Program, 3
, EXW 230, Behavioral Fitness, 3
, EXW 241, Exercise Prescription & Design, 3
In third year you'll begin to learn about injury assessment and rehabilitation. You'll also be introduced to the concepts of health and fitness promotion. In addition to classroom learning, direct patient care will be a part of your daily regimen.
Year 3
Academic Term 5
All of , AET 301, Placement 3, 5
, AET 310, Pathophysiology, 3
, AET 320, Human Motor Control, 3
, AET 330, Therapeutic Modalities, 3
, AET 340, Anatomy of the Lower Extremity, 3
Academic Term 6
, All of , AET 302, Placement 4, 5
, AET 341, Anatomy of Upper Extremity, 3
, AET 381, Clinical 1 Assessment of Orthopedic Injuries, 3
, SPEX 410, Research Methods, 3
, SPEX 370, Training for Performance, 3
In fourth year all of your theoretical and clinical knowledge comes together. In your final clinical placements, you'll have greater independence and responsibility, and be able to demonstrate the concepts of manual therapy, research methods, and ergonomics. By this time, you'll have gained the knowledge and required clinical and field hours to seek credentialing as a Certified Athletic Therapist (CAT(C)) and a Certified Exercise Physiologist® (CEP).
Year 4
Academic Term 7
All of , AET 401, Placement 5, 5
, AET 420, Business Management for Therapists, 3
, AET 440, Anatomy of the Spine, 3
, AET 482, Clinical 2 Rehabilitation of Orthopedic Injuries, 3
, SPEX 400, Chronic Disease Management, 3
One of, One 300-level or higher elective course. SPEX 430, SPEX 440, SPEX 450 or AET 411 recommended., 3
Academic Term 8
All of , AET 430, Concepts of Manual Therapy, 3
, AET 450, Ergonomics, 3
, AET 481, Clinical 3 Spine, 3
, AET 402, Placement 6, 5
, SPEX 350, Health & Fitness Promotion, 3
, One 300-level or higher elective course. SPEX 430, SPEX 440, SPEX 450 or AET 411 recommended., 3
Medical Insurance - CAD $900 per year
