• Overview of Canadian health, fitness, and recreation sectors. • National organizations: NCCP, Coaching Association of Canada, CanFitPro, CSEP. • Career opportunities for internationally trained coaches in Ontario.

• Ontario workplace regulations for health & fitness professionals. • Risk management, liability, insurance requirements. • Health & Safety protocols (emergency procedures, first aid basics).

• Evidence-based principles of strength, conditioning, and fitness training. • Injury prevention and safe exercise design. • Fitness program planning for diverse populations. • Fundamentals of sports and wellness nutrition.

• Recognition of prior learning (international fitness/coaching certificates). • Steps to register for NCCP, CanFitPro, CSEP certifications. • Career readiness: CV/resume building, job search strategies, interview prep.