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- Learning MethodOnline + Mentor
- IntakesStart anytime
- LocationsAustralia Wide
- Duration24 months
Course Overview
Career Outcomes
- Facility Manager
- Program Manager
- Center Manager
The Diploma of Sport and Recreation Management offers a pathway to a rewarding career in sports management. Gain practical skills in marketing, client service coordination, finance management, staff leadership, and risk management. Choose from elective subjects to enhance your knowledge of planning and fitness equipment management.
The diploma program is designed to provide you with practical skills and knowledge directly applicable to the sports and recreation industry. This nationally recognized course equips you to work as a Program Manager or Facility Manager in various fitness sectors, such as Competition Manager, Executive Officer, Facility Manager, Program Manager, Center Manager, or Assistant Center Manager. Minimum age requirement is 16, and you must be a permanent Australian resident or equivalent.
Study online, with flexible practical hours, and tailor your learning to suit your needs. With 20 course units, you can graduate in 24 months by completing one unit per week. Start your journey to becoming a Sport Program or Facility Manager today. It will provide you with a well-rounded education, practical skills, and access to a thriving sports and recreation industry, setting you on a path for a successful career in this field.
Job Outcomes
- Competition Manager
- Executive Officer
- Facility Manager
- Program Manager
- Center Manager
- Assistant Center Manager
Prerequisite & Entry Criteria
Mandatory Local Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification as specified in the packaging rules, but access to “Sport and Recreation activities” is required.
You will need to have completed year 10, or equivalent. Equivalency can be demonstrated by one of the following:
A qualification at Certificate II level or higher OR
2 years of industry experience in a role that requires the use of written documentation and communication.
Education:
You’ll need to have completed year 10 or equivalent (i.e., a qualification at Certificate II level or higher, or 2 years of industry experience in a role that requires the use of written documentation and communication).
Resources Required
For the online part of the course, you may need regular access to:
Computer: Laptop or desktop computer with working speakers or headphone points.
Internet: High-speed internet such as Broadband or ADSL, T1/T2, fibre optic (Dial-up access is not recommended).
Mobile Phone with video capability or Video Camera: Some assessments in your course will require you to take and submit videos of you undertaking tasks for assessment.
Office Equipment: Printer and scanner to print and upload some of your assessments.
Internet Browser: Google Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Internet Explorer 11.
Software: Flash, Adobe Reader, Microsoft Word (or Open Office which is free to download).
Minimum Age:
You need to be at least 16. If you’re under 18, a parent or guardian will need to sign your enrolment form.
Residency Status:
You need to be a permanent Australian resident or equivalent.
Subjects
SISFFIT049 Use exercise science principles in fitness instruction.
CHCCOM006 Establish and manage client relationships.
SISFFIT041 Develop personalized exercise programs.
SISFFIT042 Instruct personalized exercise sessions.
SISFFIT043 Develop and instruct personalized exercise programs for body composition goals.
SISFFIT044 Develop and instruct personalized exercise programs for older clients.
SISFFIT045 Develop and instruct personalized exercise programs for adolescent clients.
SISFFIT051 Establish and maintain professional practice for fitness instruction.
SISFFIT050 Support exercise behavior change
SISFFIT053 Support healthy eating for individual fitness clients.
SISFFIT034 Assess client movement and provide exercise advice.
SISFFIT046 Plan and instruct online exercise sessions.
BSBESB401 Research and develop business plans.
BSBESB404 Market new business ventures
SISXCAI010 Develop strength and conditioning programs.
SISXCAI009 Instruct strength and conditioning techniques.
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
Fees
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Fees for this course depend on the payment method and any existing promotions available with Australian Institute of Personal Trainers (AIPT).
Always remember to enquire about any:
- Discounts
- Payment Plans
which may be available.
Please note: This is a fee-for-service program.
*Payment plan total is $100 deposit + 78 weekly payments. The Australian Institute of Personal Trainers uses the direct debiting services of Debitsuccess on payment plans. Payment plans will incur a $12 establishment fee, charged with the first instalment, plus a 3.63% transaction fee on each transaction. Weekly payment amount provided is already inclusive of the transaction fee.
About the Institution
Australian Institute of Personal Trainers (RTO 32363) is an industry leader in fitness education. Since starting in 1999, AIPT now has a network of over 100 Campuses and 250 Mentors around the nation. Boasting the largest network of locations, AIPT offers a leading level of convenience to anyone from anywhere in Australia. AIPT is also accredited by Fitness Australia and is a member of the Independent Tertiary Education Council Australia (ITECA).
Why choose AIPT?
When you study with AIPT you have access to:
Dedicated student support – Access to a dedicated team of Support Officers to make the transition into study as smooth as possible.
Largest network of locations – We have the industry’s largest network of gyms across Australia, ensuring we’re in your area.
Learn in Real Gyms with Real Fitness Professionals – Benefit from practical learning and hands-on experience, learning in a real gym environment, mentored by real fitness professionals.
Australian Institute of Personal Trainers is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO – 32363)