New Zealand Certificate in Exercise
Sport & Recreation
A course by
UCOL
Gain skills for a career in physical wellness, exercise and sport science. This certificate prepares learners to deliver and adapt fitness programmes safely and effectively for general and at-risk populations including practicum experience.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
UCOL, Palmerston North
It will take a total of 19 weeks
This course requires 39 hours per week
Core skills this course teaches
Safe Exercise Program Delivery
Ability to deliver safe and effective exercise programmes tailored to individual client needs.
Exercise Client Management
Develop skills to work with clients, including those at risk of common health issues, during supervised practicum hours.
Applied Knowledge of Human Physiology
Understand human anatomy and physiology to inform exercise programming.
What You're Signing Up For
The New Zealand Certificate in Exercise at UCOL offers knowledge and practical skills to design and deliver fitness programmes for the general population, including those with health risks. The programme includes human anatomy and physiology, exercise programming, nutrition and lifestyle, and professional practice. It runs for 19 weeks including practicum hours working with clients, providing graduates eligibility to register as Personal Trainer Contractors with the New Zealand Register of Exercise Professionals. Entry requires NCEA Level 2 or equivalent, and international students must meet English proficiency standards. Students gain hands-on experience and prepare for careers as personal trainers, exercise consultants, or community exercise instructors with pathways to further study in applied sciences.
Course Content
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Exercise Programming
- Nutrition and Lifestyle
- Exercise Professional Practise
What you need to know first
40 credits of NCEA Level 2 or above including 10 Literacy and Numeracy credits or equivalent academic achievement
Completion of Health Declaration Form
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Exercise and Fitness
Health and Wellness
Future employment opportunities might be
Personal Trainer
Exercise Consultant
Community Exercise Instructor