New Zealand Diploma in Sport, Recreation and Exercise (Multi-sector) (Level 5)
Sport & Recreation
A course by
Toi Ohomai
This one-year Level 5 diploma qualification prepares students to work in the sport, recreation and exercise industry with a focus on community wellbeing. It builds knowledge in anatomy and physiology, exercise analysis, programming, coaching, critical thinking, and leadership skills.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 1 year
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Applied knowledge of anatomy and physiology
Develop and build on current knowledge of human anatomy and physiology relevant to sport and exercise.
Exercise analysis and programming skills
Develop the ability to analyze exercise and design appropriate exercise programs.
Coaching and leadership capabilities
Gain skills in coaching techniques and develop leadership abilities within sport and recreation contexts.
What You're Signing Up For
Do you have a passion for helping others? Do you want to work in the sport and exercise industry which contributes to the wellbeing of your community? This one-year sports qualification could be the course for you. During your study you'll build on your current knowledge of anatomy and physiology. You'll also develop your skills in things like exercise analysis and programming, critical thinking, coaching, and more. All this helps you to develop your leadership capabilities.
Course Content
- Introduction to Sport and Exercise Science
- Skill Learning and Technique Development
- Exercise, Sport and Recreation Planning
- Academic and Professional Skills
- Sport, Exercise and Recreation in Aotearoa New Zealand
- Leadership in Exercise, Sport and Recreation
- Exercise, Sport and Recreation Issues in Society
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
What you need to know first
NCEA Level 2 with passes in English/Te Reo Māori or equivalent educational achievement
Completion of NZ Certificate in Exercise (Level 4)
Completion of NZ Certificate in Freestyle Group Exercise (Level 4)
Special admission with satisfactory police vetting
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Sport and Recreation
Health and Wellbeing
Future employment opportunities might be
Event Supervisor
Exercise Consultant
Hauora or Health Educator
OSCAR Leader
Recreation Supervisor
Recreation Programme Coordinator
Sport Development Officer
Sport Coordinator
Whānau Ora leader
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