New Zealand Certificate in Exercise (Level 4)
Sport & Recreation
A course by
NorthTec
A nationally recognised qualification for personal trainers, equipping graduates with the skills and knowledge to begin a career in the exercise industry and deliver safe and effective exercise programmes.
NZ$3,450
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Deliver safe and effective exercise programmes
Graduates can design and safely deliver exercise programmes, including pre-screening, within their scope of practice and according to industry code of ethics.
Adapt programmes using anatomy, physiology, and exercise science
About This Course
This programme equips students to start their exercise industry career by covering industry knowledge, professional conduct, exercise programme development, gym practice, and support for a wide range of clients. It is delivered online with onsite or virtual workshops, in partnership with NorthTec and Open Polytechnic. Learners gain theory and practical experience, including 220 hours in a gym or gym-based workplace, and will become eligible to register with the New Zealand Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs). The programme provides pathways into diploma-level study and roles such as personal trainer and gym instructor.
Course Content
- Introduction to the exercise industry and professional practice
- Industry codes of ethics and exercise professional requirements
- Anatomy and physiology for exercise programming
- Programme adaptation for healthy and common at-risk populations
- Exercise science and testing
- Motivational and communication techniques
- Health and wellness frameworks
- Evidence-based nutrition principles
- Business, marketing tools and supporting business practice
- 220 hours practical gym-based workplace experience
Entry Requirements
Minimum 16 years of age at programme commencement
Build towards these roles
Personal TrainerExercise ProfessionalGym InstructorFitness ConsultantOutdoor Recreation Guide/InstructorRecreation CoordinatorSport Coordinator
Build skills in these industries
Sport & Recreation
