Exercise Science and Recreation - Wellington Institute of Technology

LEVEL
6
DIPLOMA IN EXERCISE SCIENCE
START DATE
MARCH
DURATION
2 YEARS (1 year if you have completed
the Certificate in Exercise Science Level 5)
LOCATION
PETONE CAMPUS
STUDY OPTIONS
FULL & PART-TIME
PROGRAMME CODE
HV4305
FEE GUIDE (NZ$) / YEAR
Based on 2009 fees. Subject to change
$4,856
Get ahead with the Diploma in Exercise Science (Level 6), a
qualification well recognised and well respected within the
industry. The programme includes strong components of both
theory and applied learning. Work with real clients in WelTec’s
very own Dynamics Gym, and put your learning into practice with
industry placements in Wellington’s top gyms. On completion
of the Diploma in Exercise Science (Level 6) you are eligible to
apply to the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs). REPs
is recognised by the International Confederation of Register for
Exercise Professionals (ICREPs).
PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
> Exercise psychology
> Professional practice
> Exercise therapy
> Applied nutrition
> Personal Training
> Exercise for groups with specialised needs
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
50 credits NCEA Level 2 with at least 12 credits in each of 3
subjects, including Science or Physical Education, and English,
or equivalent qualification IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with no less than
5.5 in reading and writing.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
You may find employment in a range of fitness related roles,
including sport co-ordination, personal and group training,
nutrition and health promotion, exercise therapy, gym
management, or running your own business.
Dynamics
Gym
Based at the Petone campus,
you will have access to our fully
functioning gym and fitness
studio throughout your studies.
The gym includes a range of
strength training equipment,
machines and free weights and
cardio equipment.