Course details

New Zealand Certificate in Sport and Recreation (Community Development)
NZQF Level 5

About the course

The New Zealand Certificate in Sport and Recreation will prepare you to use sport and recreation to aid the development and wellness of a variety of groups and communities. It has been designed both for people already working in the fitness industry without a qualification and also for those who have a passion for sport and recreation and would like to dip their toes in to see what a career in the fitness industry is all about. You’ll learn about how community sport and recreation currently operates in Aotearoa New Zealand, and develop the skills required to engage with both clubs and clients to meet their community sport and recreation objectives. From there, you’ll have the opportunity to integrate and facilitate the implementation of a wide range of initiatives for community wellbeing. Who could you do work experience with? Currently, our students work with: Once you successfully complete your certificate, you can either go straight out into the industry or complete an additional 4 courses to achieve the . Feel free to contact the team with any further questions!

Entry requirements

You must have completed the following: Have at least 48 credits at NCEA Level 2 in your 4 best subjects or equivalent, and Consent to a Safety Check which meets the requirements of the Children Act 2014 (Formerly known as the Vulnerable Children's Act), including: Provide two forms of verified ID and evidence of any name changes;  and Consent to a police vetting check; and Complete a self-declaration of criminal convictions and medical conditions form. And meet one of the English entry requirements; A minimum of 12 credits at NCEA Level 1 English.   or Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page . Don’t meet these Academic requirements? If you don’t meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Apply online , and we’ll discuss your next steps. Any ākonga who is 20 years of age or older and has not reached the general admission requirements for their intended programme is eligible for Special Admission. If you don’t meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.

About the provider

Unitec is New Zealand’s largest institute of technology offering a wide range of work-oriented programmes and short courses. We offer leading employment-focused education at our two campuses in Mt. Albert, and Waitākere. At Unitec we think the traditional view of spending hours in a lecture theatre is out-dated. And that's why we approach learning differently. With our unique combination of world-class theory and hands-on experience, you'll get the skills to meet the changing needs of employers. And because our tutors are industry-based, they know what it takes to make it in the real world. We offer a friendly and diverse learning environment with flexible study programmes, lots of support, and hands-on experience to build the skills you need for your career and your future.

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