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Take the first step into an exciting career in Sports with our fees free & government funded courses.
Final Year Fees Free
The Government has announced that final-year Fees Free will end at the end of December 2026.
The Tertiary Education Commission has confirmed that further details and specific arrangements are still being worked through. We will share more information for students as soon as it becomes available.
If you are completing your qualification in 2026
Your eligibility is not changing. The Tertiary Education Commission has confirmed that learners completing an eligible qualification or programme in 2026 can apply for their final-year Fees Free entitlement within 12 months of completion, up to 31 December 2027.
If your final year of study falls in 2027 or later
The Government has indicated that final-year Fees Free will not continue beyond 2026.
Specific arrangements for students in this position are still being worked through, and we will update you as soon as we have further detail.
If you are considering enrolling
Talk to our team about your options. Student loans and allowances through StudyLink, our payment options, scholarships, and student support services are unaffected by this change.
Official information
For Government information on Fees Free, visit ird.govt.nz/fees-free.
For questions about your situation, contact our student support team.
Youth Guarantee Scheme
Had enough of school but still want a cool career?
Are you aged 16 to 24 and looking for a course where you can pick up some practical skills? The Youth Guarantee scheme gives you the chance to study free for up to one year.
Please note: We currently have very limited spaces available under our Youth Guarantee funded courses. If you are interested in studying at this level, please contact our team through the form here for advice.
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Fees Free Eligible Courses
Foundations Skills (Level 2)
Level 2
18 weeksLove sport? Our foundation course is the best starting point to get an introduction into the sport, recreations and fitness industries.
Sport, Recreation & Exercise (Level 3)
Level 318 weeksYou’ll be able to gain a broad-based knowledge and skills needed to enter the sport, recreation and exercise industries and have fun doing it.
Certificate in Pre-Police and Uniformed Services Training
Level 318 weeksDo you have dreams to serve and protect our people, skies, oceans, land and everything in between? Our Certificate in Pre-Police and Uniformed Services training programme will help you get started on your journey into a wide range of uniformed services roles in New Zealand.
Health & Fitness Personal Trainer (Level 4)
Level 418 weeksYou can study full-time, part-time or online to become a personal trainer. Learn all about fitness, health, and dietary knowledge while developing your custom-made fitness programmes. As a personal trainer, be a game-changer in the exercise industry and get your career on track.
Advanced Health and Fitness Coach (Level 5)
Level 518 weeksElevate your career in Personal Training with our industry-experienced tutors. You’ll expand your knowledge in science-based nutrition and personalised training exercise prescriptions and unleash your potential to become a pro in the field.
Diploma in Sport, Recreation & Exercise (Level 6)
Level 640 weeksGet ready for degree-level study with our Level 6 Diploma. Specialise in Human performance and learn all about the inner workings of the human body and how athletes are trained to increase performance.
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