| Title | Implementing a practical curriculum in Kinesiology: Preparing students as kinesiologists and clinical exercise physiologists |
|---|---|
| Faculty/College/Unit | Education |
| Status | Active |
| Duration | 3 Years |
| Initiation | 04/01/2026 |
| Project Summary | Objective: The BC Ministry of Health recently recognized Kinesiologists and Clinical Exercise Physiologists (CEPs) as part of the allied health workforce, recommending qualified kinesiology graduates be integrated into healthcare settings, creating new opportunities for UBC Kinesiology students. A survey of 673 students found that 65% are interested in exercise professional careers (e.g., kinesiologists and CEPs), but many feel unprepared to meet designation requirements upon graduation. Building on a previous TLEF-funded professional pathway, this project aims to implement a *practical curriculum* that helps students gain hands-on competencies aligned with professional standards and healthcare system needs. The project will also support instructors in effectively delivering this new curriculum. Expected outcomes: To improve practical opportunities and prerequisites for students pursuing careers as kinesiologists and CEPs, the proposed project will; 1) Redesign current and mount new work-integrated learning and lecture/lab courses, and 2) provide training to instructors to effectively teach in the practical curriculum. |
| Funding Details | |
| Year 1: Project Year | Year 1 |
| Year 1: Funding Year | 2026/2027 |
| Year 1: Project Type | Large TLEF |
| Year 1: Principal Investigator | Jasmin Ma |
| Year 1: Funded Amount | 59,216 |
| Year 1: Team Members | Jasmin Ma, Assistant Professor of Teaching, Kinesiology, Faculty of Education |