Honours Bachelor of Applied Health Sciences - Athletic Therapy
Study location | Canada, Ontario, Brampton |
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Type | Bachelor's Degree, College |
Nominal duration | 4 years, including 4 months internship |
Study language | English |
Course code | PBAHS |
Tuition fee | CA$27,415 per year The fee is for the 2024–2025 academic year and includes tuition (CA$25,355), health insurance and ancillary charges. The fees displayed are estimates only for two semesters and are subject to change. |
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Registration fee | CA$400 one-time The registration fee includes the non-refundable application fee (CA$100) and the refundable deposit fee (CA$300). Please REVIEW the EdviseCanada`s fee policy. |
Accommodation fee | CA$1,800 per month The above fee is an estimated amount for living expenses for one month.
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Entry qualification | High School / Secondary Education (or higher) To be eligible for admission, you must possess a high school diploma including these required courses (or equivalents):
The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. |
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Language requirements | English If English is not your first language, you must provide one of the English language proficiency tests below:
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Other requirements | WORK / VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE Successful applicants will be selected based on their academic achievement (in progress or completed) and the completion of 100 hours of work/volunteer practical experience. Instructions for Applicants After applying to the program, applicants will be required to attend an information session and submit specific documentation. Applicants will receive further information and submission details.
Additional Information
Criminal Record Check and Immunization Requirements Sheridan field placement agencies may require a police record check for criminal offences, a vulnerable sector check and/or a current record of immunization. Students will be required to provide this documentation directly to their field placement prior to the start of the placement and at their own expense. |
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Overview
Sheridan’s Honours BAHS Athletic Therapy program was designed to provide you with the skills you need to become a certified athletic therapist.
State-of-the-Art education
Sheridan’s facilities include a new, state-of-the-art Athletic Therapy Clinic with aquatic rehab, dedicated lab space with brand new equipment and new training facilities. All educators are Certified Athletic Therapists with advanced degrees in the areas of rehabilitation sciences, biomechanics and physiology, as well as extensive experience working in the field.
What You’ll Gain
- Advanced athletic therapy skills such as field assessment and injury treatment, clinical assessment and rehabilitation.
- Entrepreneurial business skills to help you establish a practice.
- Research skills to ensure you always stay current in the field.
- 1,200 hours of embedded athletic therapy course experience while in school.
Field Placement
Each semester of the last three years includes field and/or clinical work.
- Year 2: high school or community sports team environment;
- Year 3: varsity teams in colleges and universities;
- Year 4: more clinical responsibility, working in both the Sheridan Athletic Therapy Centre and community clinics.)
You’ll also have an opportunity, between Years 3 and 4, to participate in a 14-week internship.
Career opportunities
When you complete your Honours Bachelor of Applied Health Sciences (Athletic Therapy) program, you’ll be well prepared to work in a variety of athletic therapy settings.
Here are some areas in which you might work:
- Athletic therapy clinics
- Corporations concerned about corporate wellness
- Insurance companies
- Orthopedic bracing
- Sports health care teams
Become a Certified Athletic Therapist
This program is accredited by the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association (CATA). When you graduate from this program, you’ll be a step closer to certification. View the full list of requirements for becoming a Certified Athletic Therapist.
Member of the World Federation of Athletic Therapy and Training
Sheridan’s Honours Bachelor of Applied Health Sciences – Athletic Therapy program is a member of the World Federation of Athletic Therapy and Training – WFATT.