Below is a list of courses that REPs recommends you undertake if
you wish to work in the fitness industry. For details of each course
please click on the name of the course and you will be transfered
to the web site of that institution.
All of the courses listed are presently being reviewed by REPs to
ensure they meet the REPs standards, which means once complete you
will be able to register with REPs. Registration is required by
the majority of employers in New Zealand for exercise professionals.
REPs
strongly advises students NOT to undertake a course unless
it is registered with REPs as it will ultimately mean employment
in New Zealand will be more difficult for you, and your qualification
is less recognised overseas (REPs registration is recognised
in NZ, Australia and the UK). For further details, feel free
to contact REPs on 0800-55-44-99.
AUT University Diploma in Fitness Training - 1 year full time
Certificate in Sport & Recreation - 16 week full time
Certificate in Personal Training - Weekend part time option
Certificate in Fitness Instruction - Weekend part time option
Certificate in Group Fitness Instruction - Weekend part time option (Subject to REPs review)
Otago Institute of Sport and Adventure
1 year Certificate in Personal Training and Exercise Prescription (Level 4)
2 year Diploma in Personal Training and Exercise Prescription (Level 5)
SFRITO - Sports Fitness and Recreation Industry Training Organisation
Sfrito sets the standards for qualifications and units on the NZ Qualifications Framework. It also offers training and assessment tools to workplaces to facilitate on job training of staff to meet the REPs standards at all levels. Sfrito has offices throughout New Zealand. If your workplace would like further information call 0800 737486 or email info@sfrito.org.nz
