Fit Link

Applications for 2025-2026 will open on January 20th. If you have any questions, please contact Katrina D’Intino, Manager Co-Curricular Experiential Learning & Programs at kdintino@brocku.ca

Interested in pursuing a career in health rehabilitation? Fit Link is a one-year co-curricular program which runs concurrently with students’ academic study.

Learn about and build experience through this unique co-curricular program that includes networking with industry professionals, skill development workshops and intensive volunteering. In partnership with Brock Functional Inclusive Training (Bfit) Centre, the Faculty of Applied Health Sciences and Career Education, Fit Link will assist you in building your knowledge of careers in rehabilitation sciences.

Students who complete Fit Link go onto pursue further education in physical activity and health-related careers.

What’s involved?

Fit Link students are provided with opportunities to volunteer at Brock Functional Inclusive Training (Bfit) Centre with the SeniorFit and Heart Strong programs.

Students have opportunities to engage in fitness assessments, class instruction, seminar facilitation, one-on-one training and more

wheelchaired participant with Fit Link student in a gym

Industry professionals help Fit Link students connect with health care professionals.  The professionals talk openly about their careers, schooling, the patients/clients with whom they work and insight into industry trends and current issues in their field.

Our workshops include opportunities for students to engage in activities to help them navigate their career path. Workshops in self-assessment, skills translation, resume development, application writing and more assist students in preparing to apply to professional health programs.

Students participate in individual and group meetings with the Career Education staff to discuss progress, career plans, interview and application preparation.

For more information, please contact:

Katrina to D’Intino
Manager, Co-Curricular Experiential Learning & Programs, Career Education
kdintino@brocku.ca