If you’re looking for an entry level qualification leading to a future in exercise training, then this certificate is for you. The programme will develop your skills and knowledge for the workplace, preparing you for employment in the fitness industry or for furthering your studies.

When you’ve completed this certificate, you’ll have the knowledge and confidence to carry on to higher-level study. It will introduce you to ideas and theories within supportive learning environments with staff who live and breathe what they teach.

The NZ Certificate in Exercise is a practically-based 17 week programme, which provides the knowledge and skills required for employment in the health and fitness industry, and also serves as a staircase into further study in sport, recreation and exercise science.

The programme provides the knowledge and skills to design, deliver and adapt individual and group exercise programmes, and help improve the lifestyle of those who are at risk of common health conditions.

Graduates of this programme are recognised as Personal Trainers by the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPS).

Study areas covered are:

• What is exercise, the benefits and risks
• Anatomy and physiology
• Workplace skills: communication, customer care, time management, organisation
• Health and safety and ethical practice
• First Aid
• Exercise technique and instruction
• Pre-screening and fitness testing
• Programme writing and programme adaptations
• Exercise prescription including common at risk groups
• Nutrition
• Marketing and business techniques

Please feel free to contact us by phone, email or private message us on Facebook for a chat about your study options. You can also visit our Taradale campus at any time to view EIT’s facilities.

Academic Learning Services is here to assist you on your journey towards the successful completion of your studies at EIT. Our aim is for you to become confident, competent and independent learners.

We have dedicated advisors who can assist with your learning.

Find out more:

Hawke’s Bay Campus
Tairāwhiti Campus

EIT offers a variety of scholarships across various subjects and programme levels.  Some scholarships are based on your age, some are specific to the subject you want to study.  Not all scholarships are based on your academic ability and anyone wanting to study should investigate what scholarships are available to them.  

You can find a list of EIT scholarships here however there are many more scholarships offered nationally.  Information about these is on an database called “givME”. givME is accessible at EIT or at some public libraries. If you would like to come to EIT to look through the giveME database don’t hesitate to contact scholarships@eit.ac.nz or call in for a chat.