New Zealand Diploma in Sport Recreation and Exercise (Multi-sector) (Level 6)
Sport & Recreation
A course by
NMIT
Advance your understanding of health and fitness with a level 6 diploma focusing on sports psychology, exercise science, anatomy, nutrition, rehabilitation, and sports law. Gain hands-on work experience in the community and prepare for a range of sport, exercise, and recreation careers.
NZ$7,861
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Apply advanced knowledge in sport, recreation, and exercise
Demonstrate in-depth understanding of sports psychology, exercise science, anatomy, nutrition, rehabilitation, and sports law.
Plan and deliver health and fitness programmes
Design, implement, and assess exercise and health interventions for a range of community groups.
About This Course
This Level 6 diploma expands your expertise in the health and fitness industry through studies in sports psychology, exercise science, anatomy, nutrition, rehabilitation, and sports law. The programme features vocational, project-based learning in the community, mandatory 50-hour work experience, and access to modern fitness and outdoor facilities. Graduates are prepared for a variety of roles in sport, recreation, health, and fitness sectors, or further study such as the AUT Bachelor of Sport and Recreation available on the NMIT Nelson campus.
Course Content
- Applied Anatomy
- Sport and Exercise Physiology
- Exercise Assessment and Prescription
- Group and Individual Behaviour
- Law and Ethics in Sport, Exercise and Recreation
- Sport and Exercise Nutrition
- Evidence Based Practice
- Skill Acquisition and Sport Psychology
- Community work experience (50 hours)
- Events and practical involvement (e.g., Weet-Bix Triathlon, community expos)
- Use of on-site and off-site fitness and recreation facilities
Entry Requirements
New Zealand Diploma in Sport, Recreation and Exercise (Multi-Sector) (Level 5) OR equivalent skills and knowledge
Build towards these roles
Community sports managerCommunity health managerSport KaiakoOutdoor educatorEvent managerParks managerRecreation planner or supervisorExercise consultantPersonal trainerSports directorHealth educator
