Recreation and Health Education
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Study the impact that recreation has on health, society and quality of life. Learn how to plan and facilitate quality wellness experiences. Prepare for work in recreation and health promotion. Support social change through work in public and not-for-profit sectors.
On May 1, 2025, this program will move from the Faculty of Education to the Faculty of Health.
Careers
- Aquatic program assistant
- Athletic coach
- Camp leader/director
- Cardiac rehabilitation
- Community recreation coordinator
- Community support worker
- Facilities supervisor
- Fitness and wellness coordinator
- Occupational therapist
- Outdoor programmer
- Personal trainer
- Policy analyst
- Program manager
- Recreation programmer
- Recreation therapist
- Rehabilitation specialist
- Teacher
Sample courses
- Multidisciplinary Foundations of Physical Activity - EPHE 143
Admission
Apply directly to this program as a high school student or a transfer student from another post-secondary institution.
If you've already completed courses in a post-secondary diploma or degree program, you must apply as a transfer student for Year 2 entry.
Program details
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Admission requirements
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Expanded qualifications
English Language proficiency
Transfer credit
Tuition & fees
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