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 KAUPAPA TOIMAU TĀKARO copy

   DURATION 36 weeks

   START March 2012 (Semester A)

   FEES  Fees apply

Overview


This is a popular programme which has opened the door to careers in the sports industry for many graduates. Learn the principles of sports psychology, anatomy and nutrition in sports, media interviewing skills, sports event management and much more!

 

Entry details


To be enrolled in this programme you’ll need to be at least 16 years old at the start of this programme (or produce evidence of exemption from secondary school instead).

 

What you’ll study


In this programme, you’ll learn about:

 

• writing a CV (curriculum vitae – a record of your educational/work history and achievements)
• managing your own career development
• exploring the structure of sport organisations in New Zealand
• planning a beginner’s coaching session
• applying basic principles of sports psychology
• the human body - the basics of physiology and anatomy
• providing first aid and injury management
• applying knowledge of nutrition to physical activity needs
• assessing individual fitness
• finding out about legal and financial issues relevant to professional sports people
• handling the media.

 

How you’ll study

 

This programme involves a mixture of study activities – including face-to-face, others may be group work, tutorials, self-directed and/or directed study. You’ll need to:

 

• attend classes five days each week
• take part in a range of physical and practical experience activities on and off the field.


Further Study


This programme leads to:

 

• Kaupapa Toimau Hauora – Certificate in Health & Fitness Leadership (Level 4)
• Certificate in Tū Taua (Level 4) • Certificate in Waka Ama (Level 4)
• Te Korowai Ākonga – Bachelor of Teaching (Primary) (Levels 5, 6 & 7)
• outdoor education.