Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
NorthTecThis course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Certificate
Duration
19 weeks
Next start date
Expected Jul 2023
Campus
NorthTec
This programme is available for the entire Northland region as an online option as long as the learner has access to a functional gym. The use of the onsite "Red Barn" Gym at the NorthTec Raumanga campus is available to learners' for practical learning.
About this programme
This programme has been designed to equip you with the know-how to start your exercise industry journey. You’ll learn about the exercise industry, what it means to be an exercise professional, what support is available and, importantly, what is required to be an effective exercise professional and help others along their exercise journey. You’ll need to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of the theories and gym exercises you’ve learnt.
This nationally recognised qualification for personal trainers will enable graduates to register with the New Zealand Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs).
This qualification provides a pathway for entry into the New Zealand Diploma in Sport, Recreation and Exercise (Level 5), as well as those looking to start a career as a personal trainer.
How you will learn
This qualification is delivered online with face-to-face workshops (with an option to attend via Zoom) around specific topics. Throughout their learning experience students will be supported by tutors and industry supervisors.
What you will learn
Graduates will be able to:
Applicants under 20 years of age must hold NCEA (Level 2) or equivalent.
Applicants who have attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the minimum entry requirements will be eligible to be enrolled where their previous educational, work or life experience indicates they have a reasonable likelihood of success.
All applicants must have a level of English sufficient to be able to study at this level. Applicants for whom English is not a first language must have an IELTS General or Academic score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5; or an accepted international equivalence
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