Diploma in Kinesiology

at College of The Rockies - Cranbrook Campus Canada

Accounting is a subject that deals with the entire process of collecting, recording, interpreting and carefully analyzing the financial details of an organization. Accounting deals with the facts and figures of a business and their effective management. College of The Rockies - Cranbrook Campus offers a two year long undergraduate Diploma in Business Management degree in accounting which explores a wide range of topics pertaining to accounting such as cash control, capital assets and cost behavior to corporate investment, fiduciary accounting and foreign operations.

Through this program students gain the considerable theoretical and practical knowledge about the field of accounting. The program is headed by an exceptionally qualified faculty who guide the students at every step of the way help them gain a better understanding of the concepts in accounting. Once students finish this program they can directly enter a BBA program or they can continue their education in a university or other professional institutions such as ACAF (Advanced Certificate in Accounting and Finance), CPA (Chartered Professional Accountant), and CPHR (Chartered Professional in Human Resources)

Hospitality and Tourism are two really successful industries that have been growing incessantly over the years and hence a degree in the same can be really lucrative and beneficial for the students. College of the Rockies - Cranbrook Campus offers a two year undergraduate program in the field of Tourism Management. Students are provided with practical skills development, knowledge of hospitality and tourism sector, entrepreneurial skills and so on. The major themes underlying the diploma are sustainability, service management, entrepreneurship and cross cultural diversity including an Indigenous world-view.

 Tourism is a very lucrative and fun industry which is growing rapidly. The program helps students gain practical skills and helps them get a view of the professional world they will be stepping into. This course prepares the students gain success in tourism and hospitality sectors. Along with the industry specific work experience gained by the students they are also imparted academic knowledge and class counseling. Students can also use the knowledge and skills acquired in this program to transfer into a bachelor degree in tourism management at other post-secondary institutions as well as the College of the Rockies. 

Have plans to go to university? Our Dual Admission agreements with University of Lethbridge and University of Victoria get you started on the right foot at the College before you transfer into your guaranteed seat at either ULeth or UVIC. We recommend you work with an Education Advisor for course selection.

Why consider an Associate of Arts Degree?

• Provides a great starting point for your further education and opens up endless education and career opportunities.
• Explore a wide-range of courses to discover your specific areas of interest.
• Numerous transfer and dual admission agreements make it easy to start your education at the College before moving on to complete a credential elsewhere.

If you have already completed a business or tourism degree but you’re wanting to be better prepared for the sustainability focus of today’s world. What do you do? Our Sustainable Business Practices certificate and diploma options can provide the knowledge you need to prepare for sustainability initiatives in modern businesses and tourism enterprises companies.

For those who have a degree in something other than business or tourism, the Post-Degree Diploma in Sustainable Business Practices provides everything you require including courses in business and sustainability.

Why Consider a Sustainable Business Practices Post-Degree Credential?

• Enhance your existing education with the knowledge you need to get a job at a sustainability-focused business
• Learn to apply sustainable business practices at your current job.
• You can learn to be more kind to the environment – something that benefits us all.

If you’re looking for a secure career with good income potential and opportunity for growth that is also personally fulfilling, look no further. Dentists, hygienists and patients all rely on professionally trained Dental Assistants. In only 10 months, our Dental Assistant program can prepare you to write the National Dental Assisting Examining Board exam prior to registering with the College of Dental Surgeons of BC.

Our spring Preventative Clinic sees over 300 patients each year, providing you with plenty of hands-on experience. You will also take part in two three-week practical experiences in a dental clinic which will further prepare you for your rewarding career.

Individuals in this occupation should:

• Be approachable, relaxed and trustworthy
• Have strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Have well-developed fine motor skills
• Enjoy working with people and as part of a team

You march to the beat of your own drum. You’re unique. You love to design, craft, form, and create. You are a Fine Arts student. A Fine Arts certificate can help you to develop your talents while also preparing you should you want to continue on to further education.

This two-semester program exposes you to a combination of drawing, painting, sculpture, creative writing, and an overview of art history. The Fine Arts certificate program provides the opportunity to explore your creative side. Students take required courses which give them an overview of history, philosophy and practice.

Some courses in the program introduce you to an overview of history, philosophy and practice while others let you explore and develop your talents in creative writing, acting, painting, drawing, or sculpture.

Our Dual Admission agreement with University of Lethbridge means you can complete the Fine Art certificate at the College, enjoying small class sizes and lower tuition, before moving directly into your guaranteed seat at University of Lethbridge in one of their Bachelor of Fine Arts programs.

Why Consider a Fine Arts Program?

• You are looking for an outlet to develop and express your creativity while simultaneously developing the academic skills you need to succeed.
• You want to explore whether an education in the Fine Arts is right for you.
• You would like to experience a variety of fine arts courses to determine what medium is best suited for you.

The two-year diploma program is delivered in a combination of face-to-face and online courses and is is awarded to students who successfully complete the curriculum, a total of 60 credits. The program is designed to prepare you for a potential career in the field of criminal or social justice or to further post-secondary education such as a bachelor degree and is designed to facilitate maximum transferability to a full degree program after 2 years at College of the Rockies.

In the criminal and social justice diploma program, you will:

• Study theories of human and social behavior, criminal justice system and cultural and institutional roots of crime and deviance
• Learn about oppression and marginalization and will further their understanding of Indigenous peoples and Indigenous knowledge
• Develop effective skills in cross-cultural relations, communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention.
• Be provided opportunities to develop the knowledge and skills to further your post-secondary education or to prepare for a potential career within the field of criminal and social justice.

Opt for the one-year certificate or add on another 10 months to earn the diploma. Both options provide credits toward a tourism degree and include classroom sturdy, lab work, field trip experiences and a six-week practicum.  No matter what option you choose, be ready for some serious fun.

Why Choose Adventure Tourism Business Operations as a Career?

• The Kootenay region, a mountain playground which includes the Canadian Rocky Mountains, the Purcells, Selkirks and the Monashees, is surrounded by pristine lakes, whitewater rivers, world-class skiing, an abundance of mountain bike and hiking trails, and endless backcountry access, providing the ideal place to work in, or start your own, adventure tourism business.
• Enjoy the lifestyle you love while working in your dream career.
• The tourism industry is thriving, now is an ideal time to enter into this in-demand field.

College of the Rockies - Cranbrook Campus offers students a unique undergraduate diploma in the field of human kinetics or kinesiology. This two year long program provides professional training and clinical skill upgrading for current and future practitioners of Kinesiology. A number of important subjects pertaining to human kinetics are studies under this program such as assessment skills related to peripheral and spinal joints; exercise prescription for both healthy individuals and those with chronic disease; communication and leadership in the context of ergonomics and disability management; business, ethics, and risk management related to kinesiology. 

Along with the top notch facilities and equipment for the students, this program offers a practicum placement that helps students in gaining practical knowledge pertaining to the field and gain firsthand experience with the clients. The said program is headed by a team of highly professional, expert faculty members who have abundant experience in the field of kinesiology. 

Financial Services is a two-year diploma program which opens the door to career opportunities in the financial services field, or prepares you to continue on to a Bachelor of Business Administration program. This program is also ideal for mid-career professionals looking to diversify their skillset.

Why choose a career in Financial Services?

• Skilled financial service graduates are in demand in the Kootenay region, and throughout B.C. The Business, Finance, and Administration field is anticipated to be one of the top three occupational groups in terms of total job openings over the next ten years.
• Skills acquired in the financial services diploma prepare you for a wide variety of entry-level career options.
• The skills you gain will be applicable to careers in financial services in any sector.

Note: Upon successful completion of all Year 1 courses, you can graduate with a Business Management Certificate.