PHYSICAL AND HEALTH EDUCATION Major Map
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Get the
Courses
You Need
Get
Relevant
Experience
1st Year
2nd Year
3rd Year
Final Year
Take HLTH 101, KNPE 125,
153, 167, PACT 100 and
PSYC 100.
Take ANAT 315, 316, KNPE
225, 227, 237, 254, 255, 265
and PACT 237.
Take KNPE 203, 261, 331,
333 and PACT 333.
Take final 300-level or above
PACT course if not already
completed.
Take PACT P01 if you want
to take Fall Camp School in
third year. Consider applying
to the Athletic Therapy or
Strength and Conditioning
mini-streams to get course
credit working with varsity
athletes.
Consider applying at the end
of Winter Term to Athletic
Therapy, Strength and
Conditioning, or Exercise,
Disability and Aging ministreams, or a Research-Based
Internship course for third
year.
Join teams or clubs on campus
such as Queen’s First Aid
(QFA). Take Queen’s Mental
Health First Aid (MHFA)
training. Volunteer for the
Winter Adapted Games
Athletics and Recreation hires
students in many roles
throughout the entire year.
Look into summer jobs by
talking to the department or
Consider applying to one of
the three mini-streams for
fourth year.
Apply to graduate on SOLUS.
Consider Independent course
opportunities such as KNPE
456 (Survey of Research &
Literature), KNPE 491
(Special Project) and KNPE
595 (Thesis).
Stay during the summer as an
assistant to a faculty member.
Volunteer in the Revved Up
lab. Consider becoming a Peer
Health Educator with HCDS.
Investigate internships or fulltime jobs related to careers of
interest.
Assess what experience
you’re lacking and fill in gaps
1st Year
2nd Year
(annually held at end of
January). Apply to be an
Orientation Coach for Frosh
Week of your second year.
Career Services about work
through SWEP or summer
USRA NSERC program
(advertised in UG News
before Reading Week).
3rd Year
Final Year
Consider entrepreneurial
opportunities through
programs like the Queen’s
Summer Innovation Initiative
(QSII).
with volunteering, clubs, or
internships.
Take more responsibility
within different clubs or extracurricular groups.
Get
Connected
with Your
Community
Get
Thinking
Globally
Think about applying to
positions in student services,
PHEKSA or the Alma Mater
Society.
Volunteer on or off-campus
with different community
organizations, such as Let’s
Talk Science, by checking out
Co-Curricular Opportunities.
Queen’s University
International Centre will be
your first stop to
internationalizing your degree.
Speak to a QUIC advisor or
get involved in their many
programs, events and training
opportunities.
Take more responsibility
within PHEKSA.
Start or continue volunteering
with groups such as QJump,
WAG (monitor UG News).
Become a student member of
PHE Canada, apply to attend
their Student Leadership
Conference.
Is an exchange in your future?
Research Exchanges on the
International Programs Office
website.
Apply before the first week of
January for a third- year
exchange. For course advice,
make an appointment with the
SKHS UG Coordinator.
Do targeted networking with
people working in careers of
interest (with alumni, using
LinkedIn, etc.)
Connect with professors at
events or workshops hosted
by the PHEKSA.
Consider attending the
Canadian Undergraduate
Conference on Healthcare
(CUCOH).
Build your intercultural
competence by getting
involved with other cultures
or by practicing or improving
your language skills. Stop by
QUIC for ideas to go abroad,
volunteer at QUIC or attend
one of their events.
Prepare to become a member
of PHE Canada or another
association such as Active
Living Alliance for Canadians
with a Disability or Canadian
Athletic Therapy Association.
Prepare yourself to work in a
multi-cultural environment by
taking QUIC’s Intercultural
Competency Certificate, and
start thinking about work or
further studies abroad.
Consider taking 400-level
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1st Year
2nd Year
3rd Year
Final Year
HLTH courses at the BISC in
England in the spring,
including HLTH 401, 402,
403 and/or 404.
Get Ready
for Life
After
Graduation
Attend Career Fairs sponsored
by Career Services throughout
the year.
Check out what previous
graduates were planning at the
time of convocation found on
the Career Information for
KIN website.
Explore careers of interest by
reading books in the Career
Services Career Advising and
Resource Area, such as Top
100 Health-Care Careers, or
connecting with alumni on
LinkedIn.
Attend the annual School of
Kinesiology & Health Studies
Career Strategies Workshop
(UG News) and go to the
annual Mini-Career Fair.
Start focusing on areas of
interest.
Learn about the
requirements for careers of
interest– do they need
additional schooling? If so,
prepare to take any required
tests (such as the GRE or
MCAT). Attend Grad School
workshops at Career Services
if interested.
Apply to jobs and/or future
education. In Fall Term, allow
time to apply to graduate
programs (if applicable).
Review So you want a
reference? before approaching
a professor for a reference.
Make a Career Services
appointment for help with
future plans.
Caution: *This map is meant as a guide to provide suggestions throughout your university career. The activities, resources, and careers mentioned are possibilities – you are not
restricted to them and you don’t have to follow this exact timeline. Every person (including you!) will find their own unique path through their degree at Queen’s and beyond.
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Where could I go after graduation?
Anatomy
Athletic therapy
Audiology
Bioethics
Biomechanics
Biomedical technology
Complementary medicine
Corrections
Dentistry
Education
Environmental management
Epidemiology
Ergonomics
Fitness and image consulting
Fundraising
Genetics
Gerontology
Health administration
Health informatics
Health promotion
Human ecology
Human resources
Law
Neuroscience
Nursing science
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Nutrition and dietetics
Occupational health and safety
Patient advocacy
Physiology
Prosthetics and orthotics
Public administration
Public health
Speech and language therapy
Sports administration
Vision care
*some careers may require additional training
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Physical and Health Education at Queen’s
Why study Physical and Health Education at Queen’s?
The honours program in Physical and Health Education explores human movement from a multi-disciplinary perspective. Students
are taught the application of physical activity and sport knowledge in the context of teaching, coaching, fitness consulting, etc. and
across all populations and abilities (e.g. children, persons with disabilities and seniors). Along with other post-degree options, the
program prepares students to offer Physical Education as a teaching subject for admission to teacher preparation programs.
What program options are there?

Specialization – Bachelor of Physical and Health Education (Honours)

General in Physical Education – Bachelor of Physical and Health Education
See the department website for course requirements: queensu.ca/skhs
Getting what you need to succeed in the workplace
What do employers want?
In a recent survey from the Canadian Council of Chief Executives the top 6 skills sought by employers were:
1 People skills
2 Communication skills
3 Problem-solving skills
4 Analytical abilities
5 Leadership skills
6 Industry-specific Knowledge
How do I get the skills I need?
It is important to develop a balanced skill set – many of which you will develop during your studies. To stand out from the crowd,
gain experience outside the classroom through the multitude of clubs and activities in and around Queen’s. Check out ideas in the
Get Relevant Experience section of this map.
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What can I learn studying X at Queen’s?
• Understanding of the human body and human movement, and the physical, social, psychological and cultural factors influencing health
• Ability to create inclusive environments and opportunities in physical education, physical activity, and sport
• Ability to collaborate with peers, practitioners, and community members
• Critical thinking, evaluation and problem solving skills
• Oral and written communication
• Planning, time management and strategy
What makes ME special?
You have a unique set of skills and experiences. Take the time to think about the skills you have personally developed at Queen’s.
Explaining your strengths with compelling examples will be important for applications to employers and further education. For
help, check out the Career Services skills workshop.
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Physical and Health Education Major Map
How to use this map
• Got
questions about careers and classes?
• Feeling a little lost or overwhelmed by choices?
• Wondering what you are “supposed” to be doing?
Use this map to plan for success in five overlapping areas of career and academic life. Each map helps you explore
possibilities, set goals and track accomplishments. To make your own custom map, use the My Major Map tool.
Don’t stress if you haven’t done all of the suggested activities. The map is not a prescription – it’s a tool for finding your
own way at Queen’s.
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Support for Student Success
Aspect of Student Health
Personal and Physical Health
Socio-Cultural and Spiritual Health
Career and Professional Health
Academic and Intellectual Health
Emotional and Mental Health
Social and Interpersonal Health
Resources
Athletics and Recreation
Health Counselling and
Disability Services
Aboriginal Student Centre
International Centre
Chaplain
Outreach Counsellor
Cross-Cultural Counsellor
Town-Gown
Career Services
AMS
International Centre
Student Academic Success
Services: Learning
Strategies and the Writing Centre
Academic Advising
Adaptive Technologies
Learning Commons
Health Counselling and
Disability Services
Peer Support Centre
AMS
Rector
Residence Life
Student Experience Office
Queen’s Legal Aid
See queensu.ca/studentaffairs for details
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School of Kinesiology and Health Studies
Faculty of Arts and Science
SKHS Building
28 Division Street
613.533.2666
queensu.ca/skhs
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