New Zealand Diploma in Sport, Recreation and Exercise (Multi-sector) (Level 5)
Sport & Recreation
A course by
SIT
A one-year full-time (or two years part-time) Level 5 diploma for those aspiring to a career in sport, recreation, fitness, or preparatory roles in policing, defence force, or education. Prepares graduates to operate and lead within sport, recreation and exercise industries across Aotearoa New Zealand.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Invercargill, Invercargill
It will take a total of 1 year
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Integrate industry knowledge into professional practice
Integrate knowledge, concepts and trends from across the sport, recreation and exercise industries to inform professional practice.
Plan, monitor and model ethical practice
Plan, monitor and role model safe, ethical and professional practices and procedures for self, others and organisation while operating within sport, recreation and/or exercise environments.
Lead and manage activities
Lead and manage a range of tasks and activities within own scope of practice to achieve sport, recreation and exercise outcomes for individuals, groups and/or communities.
What You're Signing Up For
This diploma provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to operate independently and supervise others in the sport, recreation, and exercise sectors. Graduates are equipped to lead activities, apply exercise science concepts, and foster health and wellbeing within individuals, groups, and communities. The course also prepares students for roles in New Zealand Police, Defence Force, and sports/physical education careers.
Course Content
- SE55121 Professional Practice in Sport, Recreation and Exercise in Aotearoa/New Zealand
- SE55122 Health Aspects of Exercise and Nutrition
- SE55123 Strength Conditioning and Industry Placement
- SE55124 Functional Anatomy
- SE55125 Physiology for Health and Exercise
- SE55126 Managing Sport and Recreation
- SE55127 Sport Performance
- SE55128 Sport Pedagogy in Aotearoa/New Zealand
What you need to know first
University Entrance - NCEA Level 3: 14 credits each in three NZQA approved subjects.
Literacy – 10 credits at Level 2 or above (5 reading, 5 writing).
Numeracy – 10 credits at Level 1 or above as specified.
Mature applicants (20+): Level 4 programme completion and/or commitment to sporting code and/or recent relevant work experience.
Police vetting for criminal convictions (required for placements).
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Sport
Recreation
Exercise
Health education
Future employment opportunities might be
Event supervisor
Exercise consultant
Health educator
Kaiarahi
OSCAR leader
Recreation supervisor
Recreation programme coordinator
Sport development officer
Sport coordinator
Whanau Ora leader
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