CKO held our 2023 fall Entry-to-Practice Exam on Sept. 20, where we welcomed 283 applicants. To protect the public in Ontario, CKO’s Entry-to-Practice Exam tests applicants’ knowledge and understanding of kinesiology and professional practice. The exam is an essential step in the registration process that helps validate applicants’ competencies to practise kinesiology in Ontario. There are two exams held every year – one in April and one in September. Since April 2022, CKO has been…

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As the regulator for kinesiology in Ontario, CKO sets the minimum standards that all kinesiologists must follow when practising kinesiology. We also develop Practice Guidelines and share practice advice to help kinesiologists better understand the expectations and adhere to CKO’s Practice Standards. Over the past few months, we’ve received an increasing amount of inquiries about the Record Keeping Practice Standard – we’ve developed a scenario to help guide you and refresh your memory: Scenario: A kinesiologist is involved in…

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In celebration of our 10 years of regulating kinesiologists Conny Glenn was the President of the Transitional Council of the College of Kinesiologists of Ontario (CKO) from 2009 to 2013, and became the Inaugural President of CKO upon it’s proclamation on April 1, 2013. She oversaw the development of the regulations, standards and guidelines that established the foundation of the College. As a kinesiologist herself, Conny shared how her professional experience helped her pave the…

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Council guides CKO and ensures it fulfills its legislated mandate by setting CKO’s strategic and policy direction and making decisions that protect the public interest. Council consists of 10 kinesiologists from across the province and six to eight public members appointed by the Lieutenant Governor. An election will be called when there’s a vacancy on Council. This year, kinesiologists in Districts 2, 3 and 6 had the opportunity to nominate themselves or their colleague from…

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Last December, CKO invited registrants to participate in various stages of the Competency Profile Revalidation, an essential step in updating the Kinesiologist Core Competency Profile. The competency profile provides the foundation for the development of CKO entry-to-practice examination and sets out the basis for registrants’ self-assessment, practice standards and the standards for professional conduct. It also helps to shape continuing professional development requirements and identify opportunities that improve the practice of kinesiology in Ontario. To date, key…

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From Sept. 1 to Oct. 31, the revised Prevention of Sexual Abuse e-learning module and Professionalism and Ethics e-learning module will be available on your e-learning portal. All kinesiologists registered in the General Class and who have not yet completed these mandatory e-learning modules must do so between Sept. 1 and October 31, 2023. Members required to complete the modules will be notified via email when the portal is open – please make sure we have…

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CKO is launching our new Quality Assurance initiative, Peer Circles, this fall. As a voluntary program, Peer Circles helps improve the practice of kinesiology through facilitator-guided peer learning and discussions. Why join Peer Circles? As a participant, you will: Learn and develop professional skills with fellow kinesiologists while growing your professional network; Share experience and discuss issues relevant to your practice confidentially in a small, safe and virtual environment; and Receive guidance from a trained facilitator…

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As part of the annual renewal process, all kinesiologists registered in the General Class must submit proof of valid professional liability insurance (PLI), regardless of if you provide direct care to patients/clients. Obtaining the required PLI is essential for your practice, as it protects you and your patients/clients in the event of harm. PLI Requirements PLI requirements are set out in the CKO By-Laws. Your PLI coverage must include the following: A minimum amount of $1,000,000…

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We will resume our business hours on Tuesday, Aug. 8.

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