What is a Biokineticist?

A Biokineticist is an exercise therapist who improves a person's physical status and quality of life through individualized assessment and the prescription of preventative or rehabilitative exercise therapy.

Biokinetics training entails four years of academic education (degree study) and two years of professional (internship) exposure. In the process, five years of training is required prior to registration as a Biokineticist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa.