Certificate in Exercise (Level 5)

Sport & Recreation

A course by

Wintec

Gain the skills and knowledge needed to prescribe exercise and develop advanced, personalised exercise programmes for a variety of clients. Includes a practical work placement and eligibility for New Zealand Register of Exercise Professionals registration.

NZ$3,890

inc GST

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NZQA Level 5 Certification (60 Credits)

Study Level

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In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

Rotokauri Campus, Hamilton

It will take a total of 6 months

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Design exercise programmes to industry standard

Develop and implement advanced exercise programmes tailored to individual client needs to enhance performance.

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Integrate nutrition and wellness into exercise plans

Provide appropriate referrals and follow-up actions for nutrition, incorporating wellness factors into exercise interventions.

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Customise exercise assessment and programming

Analyse and select advanced exercise options underpinned by exercise science to create customised assessments and programmes.

What You're Signing Up For

The Certificate in Exercise (Level 5) equips students with advanced skills in exercise prescription, programme design, and delivery for various exercise environments. It emphasises practical training, including a 30-hour work placement in a gym, and integrates health, nutrition, and wellness considerations into client-focused exercise interventions. Graduates are well-prepared to work as personal trainers or exercise consultants and can register with the New Zealand Register of Exercise Professionals.

Course Content

  • Exercise programme design and delivery
  • Advanced training techniques
  • Exercise considerations for special populations
  • Exercise prescription for health and wellbeing
  • Networking for personal training
  • Nutrition in exercise prescription
  • Exercise science and assessment
  • Professional communication and networking
  • 30-hour work placement in a gym

What you need to know first

New Zealand Certificate in Exercise (Level 4) or recognised equivalent

Relevant work experience may be considered

Discretionary entrance available for candidates with sufficient potential

IELTS 5.5 (with no individual band less than 5.0) or other proof of English proficiency for non-native speakers

Safety checks under the Vulnerable Children Act 2014

First aid certificate (to be completed within the first four weeks of the semester)

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Fitness

  • Sport

  • Health and Wellness

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Personal Trainer

  • Exercise Consultant

  • Community Exercise Instructor

  • Team Training Instructor

  • Self-employed fitness professional