Certificate in Sport and Recreation

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Sport & Recreation

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Certificate in Sport and Recreation

Quick facts

Programme Code: AK3761
Level: 4
Points: 60
Duration: Half year full time / One year part time
Venue: North Shore Campus
Starting date: 4 March 2013 / 22 July 2013

AUT University encourages early application. This qualification will remain open until all places have been filled.

Admission and entry requirements

Completion of Year 12
Police clearance

Additional entry requirements

Interview
Two references
Statement letter of intent
Addendum

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. For more details, please refer to English Language Requirements in AUT's Academic Calendar

What this qualification covers

The 4 papers that make up this certificate are Exercise Foundations; Sport, Health and Lifestyle; Introduction to Managing and Quality Services; and Introduction to Coaching Practice.

The Exercise Foundations paper involves the study of basic human anatomy and physiology and the principles of training and nutrition within the context of exercise.

The Sport, Health and Lifestyle paper examines the relationship between sport, physical activity, health and lifestyle and introduces you to concepts of wellness.

The Introduction to Managing Quality and Service paper will equip you with the skills required to assist with the management and supervision of quality recreation and sporting activities.

The Introduction to Coaching Practice paper will introduce you to the principles and practices of planning and delivering coaching sessions for primary school aged children.