Who is this Course suitable for?

Internationally Accredited Kinesiology Training

The majority of people interested in pursuing a career in the healing arts are those returning to study as a mature age student. Usually, mature age students are highly motivated and keen to do well. Although it may initially appear a little challenging, most students enjoy the learning experience and do equally as well as other students.

Minimum age requirement: 18 years.

The entry level age requirement for students applying for our Kinesiology training Is set at 18.

Study goals of mature age students.

Study aims of mature age students may vary. Some examples why you may have returned to study are to:

obtain a qualification
upgrade a current qualification
update your skills
change career direction
further an interest
make a difference.

Support for Students

We offer robust various support services, which allows students to succeed without putting too much pressure on themselves. Classes and training provide the means to graduating successfully, and it is recommended students keep things in perspective, study fastidiously, and balance this with time for Self, family and friends. If at any time you feel that you’re not coping, remember that our college offers support services on many different levels to assist.

Mixing with younger students

Most all of our mature age students feel comfortable with younger students in their classes, while other mature age students love the experience. Class dynamics may change as the semester progresses and people mix more with others, regardless of their age, providing an extremely positive learning environment.

Be part of the college network

Friends and staff at the college provide support, social interaction and collaboration on assignments and exam preparation. There are enormous benefits in becoming part of our network.

Coping with family issues as a mature age student

When one partner decides to take up tertiary study, it can sometimes cause new dynamics within a family. It’s possible that your partner or your children may find it challenging with the time you spend on study. If family issues ensue, some suggestions for dealing with these include:

Make sure each family member knows why study is important to you. Resentment can arise if your family doesn’t understand your decision to return to study. Use your new-found de-stressing skills to calmly discuss their concerns or misgivings.
In order to get the best learning experience at home, ask them to respect your study times to avoid interrupting you.
Consider scheduling practical study time at your college so that some of your study time is separated from the home environment.
To help everyone in the family feel included, share your study timetable and include with a newly updated family timetable.
Elicit support from your family. Let them know what works best for you (say when you are tired and need some support with duties, or need quiet time for study).
Whilst many friends will benefit from your application of some practises during study, allow time for them to get used to your student role.

Be kind to yourself as a student

It is essential to maintain realistic goals as you go through the training. Do keep in mind your original aims and objectives in returning to study. Most mature age students usually take the decision very seriously. They have high expectations of their performance. Have realistic goals so you can deal with and ride out any challenges. Suggestions include:

Expect to go through a transition period. You may have made some sacrifices to return to study. Allow yourself time to settle in.
Kinesiology Connection staff and teachers enjoy answering questions. If it seems like you are the only one asking questions or discussing things, just know that everyone else may have the same issues in mind. It’s your education. Keep talking and learning.
Be patient. You will be taught and shown all the practical and theoretical information. If you haven’t studied for some time, however, your academic skills might be a bit rusty. That’s fine. You may need to learn new ways of studying. Practise will soon improve your skills. Do the best you can, we are there to support you.
Remember your long-term goals and remind yourself frequently of the good reasons behind your decision to take up study. Stress can make you question your commitment to study. It may help to write a list that you can refer back to. Be prepared to ask college staff for support.
Give yourself little rewards along the way. Congratulate yourself and celebrate every achievement, such as handing in an assignment on time or successfully balancing work, study and home for another week. Involve those close to you in celebrating your successes.