Diploma in Fitness and Health Promotion

at Fleming College - Sutherland Campus (Peterborough) Canada

Our highly regarded program is now offered in a compressed format.  Graduate in just two years and start your rewarding career as a massage therapist.

Fleming College offers a unique five-semester Massage Therapy program. We provide students with an excellent academic foundation and strong applied skills. Students will develop the knowledge and ability to effectively conduct a client assessment, create ethical treatment plans, deliver safe and effective massage therapy treatments, and evaluate the outcome of treatments. Our professional hydraulic massage therapy tables, large laundry facilities and Clinic Preparation course provides each student with an exceptional practical learning experience. Every week students put their skills into practice at our SPA + Clinic at Fleming College, our new onsite clinic which is supervised by a Registered Massage Therapist.

Our five-consecutive semester program (semester 3 is during summer), is an extremely challenging and rewarding educational experience that provides the pathway to become a Registered Massage Therapist.

Work Experience
The program provides an exceptional learning environment with diverse applied experience opportunities. You will provide therapeutic treatments to diverse audiences at the Spa + Clinic at Fleming College, located at the Sutherland Campus, Peterborough.

Open the door to a career in business management. This applied learning experience leads you directly to Business Degree programs around the world.

Start here to acquire core business skills and knowledge. You can then choose to go on to complete a Bachelor of Business Administration or Bachelor of Commerce in as little as one to two years in the United States, Australia, Ireland, or right here in Peterborough.

Core fundamentals are augmented through applied project-based learning. Learn the “how-to” of business functions including finance and accounting, human resources management, operations management, logistics, marketing, sales, international trade, international business, economics, law and more. Graduate with the skills and knowledge that lead to employment.

Understand the global issues that inform decision making in today’s business environment. Be part of the international sustainability evolution driven by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Benefit from our team-based management skills focus, leading-edge business simulation software and Ivey School of Business case study methodology. With a final year of hands-on experience in our award-winning Applied Projects program, become one of the young, in-demand business leaders.

Be part of something bigger than yourself and create a career with meaning: form partnerships with classmates that will last a lifetime; try out your ideas on a professor committed to your development; experiment and take chances in our supportive classrooms and build a community of life-long learning and success with the relationships you create on our Enactus team.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• You will gain direct, hands-on experience during two semesters of Applied Project-based learning. You will be encouraged to consider entrepreneurship and the pursuit of your dreams.
• Choose the type of business or industry you want to work in, and your coordinator will help you make it happen.
• Prove yourself and become part of the network of faculty and past-grads who will create opportunities for you. There is a lot more than a diploma waiting for you here at Fleming.

Our Welding Techniques program offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a variety of welding processes, in preparation for employment in this high-demand field.

Program Highlights
The two-semester Welding Techniques program will provide graduates with entry level employable skills for the welding field. Curriculum in the program has been aligned to the basic requirements for Level One Apprenticeship for Welding Fabrication. Labour market demand for skilled welders is high. The Welding Techniques program will introduce you to numerous welding processes and you will gain extensive hands-on experience on the most common processes used within the industry. These processes include:

• SMAW (shielded metal arc welding)
• GMAW (gas metal arc welding)

You will also be exposed to specialized processes such as:

• FCAW (flux core arc welding)
• GTAW (gas tungsten arc welding)

Basic blueprint reading, trade math, weld symbols, metallurgy, oxy-fuel and plasma cutting/gouging will also be covered. Upon successful completion of the Welding Techniques program, you will be given the opportunity to challenge the SMAW 1G weld test and the 2GF certification from Canadian Welding Bureau. If successful, you will be issued a Welding Ticket by CWB which is valid for two years.

The Carpentry and Renovation Technician program is primarily designed to prepare you for a career in the renovation and construction field.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Gain a solid understanding of the various technical elements of home renovation along with the business skills necessary to succeed in the industry. Topics include:

• Restorative practices, residential carpentry practices
• Plans and specification, project management
• Mechanical trades used for renovations, health and safety
• Estimating and layouts, sustainable building design, drafting
• Entrepreneurial skills for the trades
• Custom millwork, stair construction
• Basic wiring, and plumbing, drywall installation and finishing
• Project management

The aim of the Carpentry and Renovation Technician program is to prepare entry-level carpenters, including construction labourers who can function in a wide array of construction projects using sustainable practices. The emphasis is on hands-on experience, including a service learning experience in the community assisting a not-for-profit organization.

This program has been designed to include four semesters with progressive opportunities to earn carpentry apprenticeship levels:

• After successfully completing semester two you will have earned the Carpentry Techniques Ontario College Certificate and have an opportunity to challenge level one for General Carpentry apprenticeship
• By completing two more semesters, you can earn an Ontario College Diploma in Carpentry and Renovation Technician, and can challenge level two for General Carpentry apprenticeship

As an Environmental Technician, you will work to prevent environmental problems, resolve environmental issues when necessary, and provide education to the public.

Program Highlights
Throughout this program, you will engage in a wide range of hands-on environmental training activities to complement your in-class courses. As a result, you'll be well-prepared to monitor and improve the natural environment.

• Our Environmental Technician program has achieved accreditation by the Canadian Environmental Accreditation Commission (CEAC), a standing committee of Environmental Careers Organization (ECO) Canada.
• Students are eligible for a number of environmental certifications through ECO Canada, including Environmental Professional (EP) and Environmental Professional-in-Training (EPt).
• Graduates of the Environmental Technician program who successfully pass the Certification Examination in the Water Treatment and Pollution Control course will have met the requirements of the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Control (MOECC) Entry-Level Course for Drinking Water Operators (which must be obtained in order to be employed as a Drinking Water Operator). The course is delivered by Fleming College in partnership with the Ministry of the Environment and the Walkerton Clean Water Centre.
• Students also acquire four MOECC Operator-in-Training Certificates ("OIT's") in Water Treatment, Water Distribution, Wastewater Treatment and Wastewater Collection required for employment in the drinking water and wastewater treatment disciplines.
• The Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT) conditionally recognizes program graduates as meeting academic requirements for certification as C. Tech. (Certified Technician)

Optional Co-op
Students entering the program in September may apply to participate in an optional paid co-op. The deadline to apply is at the end of November, where students must submit an Application Form (including a resume) to the Co-op Office. Students must achieve a 70% (2.5 GPA) average, and pass all courses in Semester 1 in order to be enrolled in the Co-op Option. Students who are accepted will participate in a Career Preparation course, and will do their co-op between semesters 2 and 3. The Co-op Option provides the opportunity to:

• Integrate classroom learning with work-based learning
• Explore the variety of careers available in the field
• Network for future job opportunities

The Co-op Option is not available for students who begin the program in January, as they attend classes over the summer.

Obtain the business, financial and practical skills you need to succeed in an Accounting career.

Program Highlights
The three-year Business Administration - Accounting program provides the opportunity to:

• Participate in an extensive accounting industry work placement; gain valuable hands-on experience and make important contacts to help you get started in your career.
• Take courses common to all Business Administration students at Fleming in semester one, and acquire a solid overview of business practices.
• Specialize in the training you'll need to pursue your career as an accountant in semesters three through six
• Pursue an advanced accounting certification (ACAF) with transfer credits

Our faculty members are professionals; CPA's with industry expertise in wide variety of accounting practices and business organizations, they are also dedicated teachers who will help you succeed. You'll graduate prepared to start your accounting career or pursue further studies.

Students who choose to complete the three-year Business Administration – Accounting program gain additional hands–on learning experience in their final year. This applied learning focus prepares students to enter the workforce directly after completing the advanced diploma. They can also go on to pursue their degree, and ultimately their CPA designation, through our many transfer agreements with universities, listed below.

New Work - Integrated Learning Experience:
We have re-designed the program's applied learning component that takes place in semesters five and six. Put your education to the test in a new, innovative work-integrated learning experiences including a capstone course where you will complete an entire accounting cycle for a small, private corporation, and a 14-week work placement with a private, public sector, or not-for-profit organization.

Get additional direct experience while giving something back to local communities. Students will also have the opportunity to apply their classroom knowledge and hone their interpersonal and communication skills through participation in the Canada Revenue Volunteer Income Tax Preparation Program. Students will utilize tax software to prepare and e-file tax returns for eligible Kawartha Lake residents.

The 2-year Global Business Management graduate certificate provides students with in-depth business expertise, concrete managerial skills and an appreciation of global cultures and traditions. The program equips graduates for career success in domestic and international settings. The program includes a capstone work-integrated project that provides students with first-hand exposure to - and experience in - the Canadian work environment.

Program Highlights
The Global Business Management program builds on the foundations of the International Business Management program with an additional year of intensive instruction in advanced business topics. There is an emphasis on skills such as leadership, critical analysis and strong business communication, high performance teamwork and effective presentations-- all required for students to become successful managers. Students get to put these skills into practice with a capstone Applied Project where they work with industry and community partners to gain real-world professional experience.

In today’s competitive environment, managing and controlling supply chain costs are critical for success. It takes complete visibility into the global supply chain network to understand the commitments and capabilities necessary for success. Prepare for a rewarding career in supply chain management with a specialty in global logistics, and acquire an industry certification highly valued by employers.

Program Highlights

• Fleming's unique Supply Chain Management - Global Logistics program will provide you with the diverse skills to successfully oversee, synchronize and manage every step in the process as goods flow from raw material suppliers to the final customer.
• This is the first and only Supply Chain Management program in the Ontario College system to offer an additional certificate as part of your studies. Earn the Canadian International Freight Forwarding Association (CIFFA) certificate, highly valued by employers, in addition to your Ontario College Post-graduate Certificate credential.
• Examine and understand how effective and efficient logistics management contributes to the vitality of the economy and improves global competitiveness.
• Apply your knowledge to contribute to the strategic planning and scheduling of material requirements, resource allocation and inventory for efficient production and fulfillment of customer orders and returns.
• Learn hands-on from many experiential learning opportunities including community, humanitarian and industry applied research projects, trade related speakers and/or international case study competitions in semester two.
• Benefit from extensive global logistics coursework, including a comprehensive 60 -hour Customs Management course, not offered at other Ontario Colleges.
• Gain the skills necessary to be successful in a high-performing team environment including leadership, communications and project management.

Graduate with your Esthetician diploma in just three semesters - ready to start your career providing esthetic services in a creative, exciting and fast-growing field.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
You will learn how to provide a range of treatments, including manicures, pedicures, skincare, body treatments, waxing techniques and makeup application. Employment prospects are strong for people trained as qualified estheticians as more people are seeking treatments to maintain a youthful appearance, reduce stress and improve health and wellness. Here's what's special about our program:

• The program is fast-tracked to enable you to enter the esthetics industry sooner - you will take the equivalent of two years of study in just 12 months.
• Small class sizes ensure you will get the individual attention from faculty to build your skills to the level required in the spa industry.
• We have our own, on-campus, state of the art spa: The Spa + Clinic at Fleming College, where all students do their placements.
• Learn the art and science of Essential Oils using our award winning, ethically produced European Aromatherapy skin care line. Advanced products include an innovative medical and clinical product line for the treatment of acne, and a clinical botanical science - based product line designed for correction and management of aging skin.
• Only top-of-the-line vegan and aromatherapy-based professional products are used in both our teaching and practice.
• Our spa lab features a sink, hot towel cabinet, fully-stocked cabinet of skin care products and facial machines at each station to provide you with the opportunity to both practice and experience the latest in spa body treatments and skin care services.
• We teach the latest trends in gel nail technology utilizing ventilated manicure tables
• Students practice pedicures at stations equipped with pipeless spa pedicure thrones and massage chairs.

The Esthetician program is offered in the daytime over three consecutive semesters. Intakes occur in September, January and May. Extensive experiential learning (288 hours) takes place in semesters two and three where you will provide esthetic services to clients our onsite spa.

CHOOSE FLEMING
The Esthetician program at Fleming offers a number of unique opportunities to help you find your niche in this wide ranging industry:

• Field to trips to spa industry destinations will occur over the course of the program
• Guest lecturers from the spa industry share their expertise and real-world experiences to help you plan your career options upon successful completion of the program
• You will attend a hydrotherapy training session in the third semester for a hands-on experience with professional equipment and products at Ste. Anne's Spa, one of Canada's premier destination spas
• Volunteering with our many industry partners and local charities gives students the opportunity to experience diverse cultures, specific client group needs and to give back to the community

In addition, our students are involved in a number of competitions, including the Inter-College Fantasy Make-up Competition, and Ste. Anne’s Spa Body Treatment Competition (the 2009 Citrus Sun treatment was designed by one of our students).

WORK EXPERIENCE
You will practice your skills, improve your techniques, and learn how to offer excellent customer service in our on-campus spa. With one state-of-the-art work station for every two students on average, you can be sure that you will have the opportunity to really gain in confidence as you practice current methods and techniques in use in the field. You will work directly with clients for approximately 28 weeks total throughout the program.

This program will provide you with a variety of trade-specific skills, introducing you to installing, maintaining and repairing piping systems in residential, commercial and industrial settings, to enhance opportunities for employment.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
In the two-semester Mechanical Techniques - Plumbing program, you will learn to:

• Identify and install common plumbing fixtures in our multi-story KUBE structure
• Assemble various piping systems related to plumbing
• Interpret and create drawings, estimates and material lists
• Develop competencies in venting, waste and drainage systems
• Examine concepts in water and wastewater systems, including operations, backflow and cross connection
• Explore renewable energy systems related to plumbing
• Work competently with various hand and power tools

Upon program completion, you will also have:

• Qualified for exemption from Level One Basic in class portion for the Plumbing Apprenticeship (Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development)
• An opportunity to obtain industry related health and safety certifications
• Certificates for IPEX 636 training and Viega Certified connections
• An opportunity to complete the Operation of Small Drinking Water Systems Course through the Walkerton Clean Water Centre
• Grade 12 Math equivalency, a requirement for many apprenticeships.