Advanced Health and Fitness Coach*

Why choose this course

• Work placements: Up to 4 weeks of work placement in gyms and exercise environments to get you work ready to join the sports industry.
• Dedicated industry tutors: Learning is supported by a dedicated academic, experienced and qualified team.
• Meet demand: Expand your knowledge and insights into helping specialist needs and at risk clients with complex issues with health and fitness requirements.
• Pathway: Differentiate yourself in the market with a higher qualification or pathway into an New Zealand Institute of Sport Diploma.
• Unique internships: Exclusive opportunities for internships with Disney, Broadmoor Resort, resorts on Hamilton Island or in New Zealand’s best gyms.

What you will learn

• Exercise science and nutrition
• Exercise Prescription and training programme design
• Learn how to train clients with specialist needs
• Learn about industry professional practice and rules of engagement and ethics
• Learn about different types of employment in the industry

Study and career opportunities

Get a job in the sports industry as: 

• Exercise consultant
• Personal trainer
• Gym instructor
• Elite athlete coaching/development
• Health coach
• Strength and conditioning coach
• Group fitness instructor
• Start your own personal training business

Progress into further study:

• Diploma in Human Performance (Level 6)