Career Choice as a Kinesiologist

Kinesiology is a branch of human physiology which studies the phenomenon of the human body movement. In other words, Kinesiology is the art and science of human kinetics. A person who is academically qualified to practice Kinesiology as a profession is called a Kinesiologist.

There are several international academic institutions that provide professional courses in Kinesiology and Human Kinetics field. Canadian universities are quite famous in the field of Kinesiology and Human Kinetics education and most popular among them are, the University of British Columbia, the University of Calgary, the University of Lethbridge, the Simon Fraser University, the University of Victoria and the University of the Fraser Valley.

Bachelor of Kinesiology, Master of Kinesiology and PhD in Kinesiology are offered at the University of Calgary and the University of the Fraser Valley. The University of Lethbridge, the Simon Fraser University and the University of Victoria conduct professional programmes such as Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology, Master of Science in Kinesiology, Master of Arts in Kinesiology and Doctor in Kinesiology.

Professional Kinesiologists work for athletes, sports persons, and people suffering from chronic diseases and physical injuries. Their clients may also include people who are concerned with the overall improvement of their health. Major responsibility of a Kinesiologist is to evaluate and assess the physical activity and related body movement of his clients and accordingly recommend solutions for the overall welfare of his clients.

Professional Kinesiologists are employed in Health sector, Sports sector, Educational institutions, Rehabilitation centres and other related Social Settings. Kinesiologists can also work as Athletic Coaches, Athletic Therapists, Massage Therapists, Physical Trainers, Fitness Consultants, Health and Wellness Consultants, Chiropractors, Occupational Health Consultants, Sports Managers, Physical Education Instructors, Physical Therapists, Physiotherapists and so on. Experienced Kinesiologists can set up a Kinesiology therapy centre and work as a freelance Kinesiology consultant.