New Zealand Institute of Sport
This qualification is designed for learners who wish to acquire the skills to become a health and fitness coach. The skills and knowledge covered include prescribing exercise and and desiging exercise plans, training clients with specialist needs, industry professional practice and ethics. This 16 week programme equips learners with the skills to begin working in the sports industry, or progress into the Diploma in Human Performance (Level 6).
Take your fitness skills to the next level and become an Advanced Health and Fitness Coach in just 16 weeks. Work placement included.
Work placements: Up to 4 weeks of work placement in gyms and exercise environments to get you work ready to join the sports industry.
Dedicated industry tutors: Learning is supported by a dedicated academic, experienced and qualified team.
Meet demand: Expand your knowledge and insights into helping specialist needs and at risk clients with complex issues with health and fitness requirements.
Pathway: Differentiate yourself in the market with a higher qualification or pathway into an New Zealand Institute of Sport Diploma.
Unique internships: Exclusive opportunities for internships with Disney, Broadmoor Resort, resorts on Hamilton Island or in New Zealand’s best gyms.
Wellington Railway Building West Wing Level 1, 2 Bunny Street, Pipitea, Wellington 6011
NZCE5-CE501
Exercise Science & Nutrition for Health and Exercise
NZCE5-CE502
Exercise Prescription
NZCE5-CE503
Special Populations
NZCE5-CE504
Exercise Industry Professional Practice
Training Agreement
Training Agreement
Ākonga must:
Completed NZ Certificate in Exercise (Level 4) or be able to demonstrate equivalent skills and knowledge.
International Students must:
Be at least 18 years of age on day 1 of the course
Completed NZ Certificate in Exercise (Level 4), and
IELTS 5.5 Academic with no band below 5.0 or TOEFL 550 (PBT), 60(IBT) or NZQA-approved equivalent
For practical assessments requiring observation NZMA will require online students to:
Either attend practical assessments on campus, or
Use video evidence
Students who enrol in the online programme will also need:
Access to a gym for the duration of your studies to allow for your own personal physical training and practice using the equipment.
Have access to a computer, a microphone, and a reliable internet connection.
- Course costs for New Zealand domestic students are available here.
- Course costs for international students are available here.
FEES FREE
If you’re planning to start tertiary study or training for the first time you may be eligible for fees-free. Ask one of our course advisors to help or visit the Fees Free website.
STUDENT LOANS
If you meet certain conditions, you may be eligible for a student loan and allowances.
Find out if you meet the conditions by calling StudyLink on Freephone 0800 88 99 00 or visit www.studylink.govt.nz
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