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NZ Certificate in Exercise [Level 5]
Study Options
Full-time
Length
17 weeks
Level
Level 5
Advance Your Skills in Exercise Training
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.
Outline
The NZ Certificate in Exercise [Level 5] 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 Certificate 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).
What you will learn/subject areas:
- What is exercise, the benefits and risks
- Anatomy and physiology
- Workplace skills: communication, customer care, organisation, time management
- 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 technique.
You are welcome to make an appointment to discuss your study options with our staff and to view our facilities.
Career Opportunities and Outcomes
After you graduate you can be employed or self-employed in roles such as: exercise consultant, community exercise instructor, team training instructor or personal trainer. Others have continued study into the fields of Recreation and Sport, Social Sciences and Business. For trained Exercise professionals, the employment opportunities are varied and exciting.
You will be eligible to register with the New Zealand Register of Exercise Professionals.
Further your study with the Diploma in Sport, Recreation and Exercise [Level 5] and then the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science [Level 7].
Dates
There are two entry dates per year:
- February (Hawke’s Bay only)
- July (Tairāwhiti, Gisborne only)
Entry
Entry Requirements
Academic Entry Criteria
● NZ Certificate in Exercise [Level 4]; or
● Equivalent skills knowledge and evidence of ability to succeed on the programme.
Information Session
An information session is recommended as it is an opportunity for us to clarify what is involved in the programme and to get to know you, as a potential student, to make sure the programme is right for you.
Health and Professional Criteria
All applicants are required to sign:
● A NZ Police Vetting Service Request and Consent form, and
● A declaration that you are in good health (having no medical, physical or psychological conditions that would preclude working with vulnerable clients).
This request is consistent with industry expectations and the type of work undertaken whilst on the programme or as a graduate of the programme.
If the declaration identifies any issue that may impact on the applicant’s ability to complete the programme, the applicant can discuss these with the Programme Coordinator at an information session. EIT reserves the right to decline entry to the programme should an applicant’s police record or health difficulties be such that they would be considered unsuitable for the type of work undertaken whilst on this programme or by graduates of this programme. The guidelines on which this decision will be based are the relevant professional association or industry requirements.
English Language Entry Requirement
All applicants must demonstrate an acceptable level of English language fluency prior to acceptance in the programme. For international students, ways in which English language fluency may be demonstrated include the following:
● Successful study of a programme in which English was the language of instruction (subject to NZQA conditions).
● Completion of a New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Level 4 with any endorsement).
● IELTS Academic score of 5.5, with no band score lower than 5, achieved in a single test.
● Accepted international equivalents to the above IELTS scores.
Entry with Credit
If you wish to receive credit recognition from previous studies or experiences, you can do so by applying for Cross Credit (CC) or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
● CC is based on the equivalency of courses or qualifications. You would apply for CC if you have passed a very similar course at the same level.
● RPL is based on the assessment of your current knowledge and skills. You would apply for RPL if you had gained the relevant knowledge and skills through life experiences and informal learning situations.
You will be asked to provide details of anything that you would like considered as credit toward your intended programme of study, as part of your application.
CC and RPL cannot be awarded for a course if you are enrolled in that course. Please contact your Programme Coordinator to discuss this option BEFORE you enrol.
Please note recognising prior learning may reduce your study load in this programme and impact on your ability to receive funding.
For further information and enquiries about CC and RPL please contact Sue Jackson, the Programme Secretary, on 06 830 1521 or email sjackson@eit.ac.nz.
Academic Learning Services
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Scholarships
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.