Issues related to providing kinesiology services will be examined. There will be a focus on understanding professional practice as a registered kinesiologist. Career opportunities and their related pathways will be explored. Diverse issues such as how to integrate theory and science into practice, identification of roles and responsibilities within the health system will be explored.
The role of reflection and continued professional development in professional practice will be examined. Topics to be covered may include: informed consent and screening; liability issues and scope of practice; code of conduct and the evolving role of the College of Kinesiology and professional associations; case- and problem-based learning; standards of practice; practice models; and various professional opportunities of a Registered Kinesiologist.