University of Calgary
Certifications
| The Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology Health and Fitness Program (CSEP) The Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP) is the principal body for physical activity, health and fitness research and personal training in Canada. We foster the generation, growth, synthesis, transfer and application of the highest quality research, education and training related to exercise physiology and science. We are the GOLD STANDARD of health and fitness professionals dedicated to getting Canadians active safely by providing the highest quality customized and specialized physical activity and fitness programs, guidance and advice based on extensive training and evidence-based research. |
| Canadian Athletic Therapists Association (CATA) Athletic Therapy (AT) majors aspire to become Certified Athletic Therapists. While in our program students must apply to the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association (CATA) to become Certification Candidates. Once they complete their degree, complete specified clinical and field placement hours, they may apply to write the certification exam. Successful candidates are then referred to as Certified Athletic Therapists and are designated with CAT(C) following their name. It is important to note that the Athletic Therapy Program prepares students to be successful in the certification process but does not bestow the certification title. Visit the website |
| National Athletic Trainers Association (ATC) Athletic training is practiced by athletic trainers, health care professionals who collaborate with physicians to optimize activity and participation of patients and clients. Athletic training encompasses the prevention, diagnosis, and intervention of emergency, acute, and chronic medical conditions involving impairment, functional limitations, and disabilities. Students who want to become certified athletic trainers must earn a degree from an accredited athletic training curriculum. Accredited programs include formal instruction in areas such as injury/illness prevention, first aid and emergency care, assessment of injury/illness, human anatomy and physiology, therapeutic modalities, and nutrition. Classroom learning is enhanced through clinical education experiences. More than 70 percent of certified athletic trainers hold at least a master’s degree. Visit their website |
| Canada's National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP)
The National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) is a collaborative program of the government of Canada, the provincial/territorial governments, national and provincial sport federations and the Coaching Association of Canada (CAC). This partnership, in place since 1974, is largely responsible for building an internationally recognized coach education program for coaching development in over 65 different sports in French and English. The NCCP is designed to meet the needs of all types of coaches, from the first-time coach to the head coach of a national team. The NCCP is the recognized national standard for coach training and certification in Canada. As part of the program, all coaches are trained in ethical decision-making and sport safety. Visit their website
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