New Zealand Certificate in Exercise (Level 4)
Sport & Recreation
A course by
WITT
Gain the knowledge and practical skills to design and deliver safe and effective exercise programmes. Graduates are eligible to register with the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPS) and pursue various roles in the sport and fitness industry.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
WITT New Plymouth, New Plymouth
It will take a total of 17 weeks
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Deliver safe and effective exercise programmes
Deliver exercise programmes tailored to individuals, using pre-screening and working within industry codes and scope of practice.
Apply anatomy and physiology knowledge
Adapt exercise programmes using knowledge of human anatomy and physiology for apparently healthy people and common at-risk groups.
Exercise science and testing
Utilise exercise science and fitness testing to create and adapt programmes for a range of individuals.
What You're Signing Up For
This entry-level certificate equips students to create and deliver exercise programmes within a health and wellness framework. The programme is industry-recognised by the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPS) and provides practical learning, including work experience. Graduates will have the skills to operate as exercise professionals, adapting programmes for healthy and at-risk groups, and supporting health and wellness in the community.
Course Content
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Exercise Programming
- Nutrition and Lifestyle
- Exercise Professional Practice
- Health and wellness frameworks
- Pre-screening and industry code of ethics
- Motivational and communication techniques
- Business tools for exercise professionals
- Practical work experience (50 hours)
What you need to know first
40 credits at NCEA Level 1 or above, including 10 Literacy credits and 10 Numeracy credits
New Zealand Certificate in Sport, Recreation and Exercise (Multi-sector) (Level 3)
A relevant qualification at NZQF Level 2
A recognised equivalent
Special admission for applicants 20+ years without usual requirements
Discretionary admission possible for applicants under 20 not meeting standard requirements
Proof of English proficiency (IELTS 5.5 or equivalent) for non-native English speakers
Police vetting may be required for certain industry/community partner activities
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Sport and Exercise
Wellness
Fitness
Future employment opportunities might be
Exercise consultant
Community exercise instructor
Team training instructor
Personal trainer
Self-employed exercise professional
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