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Equivalency Achievement Program

The Equivalency Achievement Program allows high school teachers to deliver foundational courses in:

Athletic Injury Management
Sport Taping & Strapping
Sport Nutrition Level 1

By aligning with Alberta’s Career and Technology Studies (CTS) curriculum, this program provides students with the opportunity to earn Certificates of Achievement from the Sport Medicine Council of Alberta (SMCA).

How It Works: Step-by-Step Guide for Teachers

Complete the Required Course

Teachers must first take the course they wish to teach. Upon completion, the teacher will receive a Certificate of Achievement.

Teach the Course to Students

Once certified, the teacher can deliver the program to their students, following Alberta Learning's approved CTS curriculum resources.

Submit the Certificate Request

After completing the course with students, teachers submit the Certificate Request Document, which includes a list of the participating students' names. SMCA will review the request, create the invoice, and send the certificates by mail to the school.

Certificate of Achievement: Recognizing Student Success

Upon successful completion of the program, students are awarded a Certificate of Achievement.

Key Certificate Information

Cost: $5.00 per certificate (no GST)
Delivery: Certificates will be sent to the school within 2-3 weeks of submitting the Certificate Request Document.
Format: Printed on high-quality paper, featuring the student’s name, course title, date of completion, and SMCA's official seal.

Why Certificates Matter

Official Recognition: Demonstrates the student’s proficiency in sport medicine concepts.
Portfolio-Building: A great addition to resumes, academic portfolios, and scholarship applications.
Career Development: Provides a foundational credential for students pursuing careers in sport, health, or recreation fields.

CTS Pathways & Course Codes

The Equivalency Achievement Program aligns with Alberta's Career and Technology Studies (CTS) curriculum, helping students develop practical skills in athletic injury management, sport taping, and nutrition. Below are the related course codes and pathways to guide teachers and students:

Athletic Injury Management:

REC1020 – Injury Management 1

Sport Taping & Strapping:

REC1030 – Technical Foundations for Injury Management

Sport Nutrition Level 1:

REC2010 – Nutrition for Recreation Activities & Sport