National Certificate in Fitness (Foundation Skills) (Level 2)

This qualification is an entry level qualification for the fitness industry and recognises the skills and knowledge required to function successfully at a basic level in the fitness environment.

The qualification comprises compulsory unit standards covering the key skill areas of customer service, safety, basic exercise prescription, good nutrition principles, and a basic knowledge of the fitness business environment ensuring holders of this qualification enter the industry with a balanced understanding of fitness enterprises.

As this is an entry level qualification it is not designed for those wishing to work with customers independently or without senior supervision.

This qualification provides the foundation for individuals to progress on to the National Certificate in Fitness (Level 3) with strands in Group Fitness Instruction, and Individual Fitness Instruction [Ref: 0447], and the National Certificate in Fitness (Level 4) with strands in Group Fitness Instruction, Individual Fitness Instruction, and Personal Training [Ref: 0448]

Te Mahi Ako is a Private Training Enterprise (PTE) funded by the government to create world-class, nationally-recognised programmes linked to qualifications that staff can complete on the job. The benefit of on-the-job training is that you are earning an income, gaining a qualification, and getting real-life experience, all in one go. And because Te Mahi Ako’s programmes are government-subsidised, they are very affordable.

Te Mahi Ako works with a wide range of facilities throughout New Zealand, from small to large. Te Mahi Ako or the facility will provide learning resources and assessment tasks for the staff member, and supporting materials will help the workplace to deliver the training. In some cases, an organisation’s own in-house training programme will be aligned to a Te Mahi Ako programme, so staff members who complete the in-house training will simultaneously earn a national qualification. Te Mahi Ako also has a Recognition of Current Competency process, which means that you may be able to get your existing skills and experience recognised through a qualification.

To enrol in a Te Mahi Ako on-the-job qualification, you must be employed in the industry or be a volunteer. Make sure to check with the business that you’re working in, or would like to work in, to see if they are already registered with Te Mahi Ako.

For more information go to: www.temahiako.org.nz