Diploma in Fitness Training - AUT University
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Fitness training is an exciting industry to be involved in as dynamic new methods and technologies emerge that are changing and challenging current training practices.
The Diploma in Fitness Training prepares students for careers as sports trainers, personal trainers, fitness instructors or gym managers.
Graduates may be able to continue their studies by cross crediting to the Bachelor of Sport and Recreation.
Programme Code: AK3441
Level: 5
Points: 120
Duration: One year full time / Equivalent part time
Venue: North Shore Campus
Starting date: 3 March 2008
Application deadline: 16 November 2007
AUT encourages early application.
Late applications will be accepted if the programme is not full.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- NCEA: 48 Level 2 credits including 8 Level 2 credits in a language rich subject
- CIE: Total 60 Points at UCAS, including a language rich subject
Language Rich Subjects: English, History, Geography, Classical Studies, History of Art or Media Studies, Economics, Te Reo, Physical Education, Drama, Social Studies.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
Applicants for whom English or Māori is not their first language are required to provide proof of an acceptable pass/grade gained in an accepted English language test.
THE KEY SKILLS YOU WILL ACQUIRE
- Exercise prescription and science
- Fitness assessment
- Personal training
- Supervisory management
- Quality service
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
- Fitness instructor
- Gym manager
- Personal trainer
- Sport trainer
FURTHER STUDIES
Bachelor of Sport and Recreation
Bachelor of Sport and Recreation and Bachelor of Business
PAPERS
514002 Introduction to Managing and Quality Service
515008 Applied Anatomy
515023 Exercise Prescription and Assessment
515203 Professional Practice
515536 Exercise and Sports Science
515558 Achievement and Motivation in Sport and Recreation
516024 Personal Training
555321 Human Structure and Function
