Durham College Graduate Uses Fitness Diploma for Kinesiology Degree Pathway

Thomas Loveys graduated from the Fitness and Health Promotion program at Durham College in June 2023 and continued his education in the kinesiology degree program at Ontario Tech University through a bridging pathway for diploma graduates.

This article is relevant to local readers interested in educational pathways, showing how one graduate made use of local institutional programs to move from a college diploma to a university degree in a related field.

Loveys described the Fitness and Health Promotion program as hands-on, mentioning that he participated in in-class movement activities and skill-building exercises including motivational interviewing. He indicated that working with classmates and practicing communication skills were part of his experience in the program.

While at Durham College, Loveys gained practical volunteer experience such as VO2 max testing with Pre-Fire students. He also worked with faculty during the program and was involved in activities on campus.

Loveys stated that his time in the Fitness and Health Promotion program provided him with established study habits and a foundation in complex topics before entering university. He said that during his studies at Ontario Tech University, he worked as a personal trainer and applied the skills he learned at college.

Loveys graduated from Durham College with highest distinction. According to Durham College, the program prepares students for certification with organizations such as the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology and the Ontario Fitness Council.