Certificate in Educational Achievement in Exercise Science (Level 3)
About the programme
Sport and exercise science is the application of scientific principles to how humans' function in sport, health, fitness, wellbeing, and performance. You will learn about sport and exercise topics such as anatomy and physiology, wellness, mental health wellbeing, human behaviour, exercise, and nutrition. The practical components of this programming will enable you to understand the science behind how the body works. This is more than just sport!
Vocational pathway: Service sector
Programme code: VP0021
Programme modules: Exercise Science
NCEA level: Level 3
Criteria: Students enrolled in the WTA must still attend secondary school and keep up with normal school work. The unit standards achieved at the WTA will count towards NCEA Level 1, 2 or 3.
Number of credits: 29
Duration of programme: 32 weeks, February to November
Programme structure: One day per week (8.30am-3pm) during the school term.
Location: Rotokauri Campus, Hamilton
Cost: Free to the student
Transport: To be arranged with your school and covered by WTA (if applicable).
Further details: Waikato Trades Academy or www.youthguarantee.net.nz
Contacts: You must enrol through your school. Please see your careers advisor.
Programme content
| Unit Standard | Title | Version | Level | Credits | Wintec code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27457 | Anatomy and Physiology | 4 | 3 | 6 | SPSC300 |
| 30447 | Anatomical Structures and Physiological responses to exercise | 2 | 3 | 5 | SPSC310 |
| 30448 | Work professionally and safely as an exercise instructor | 1 | 3 | 8 | SPSC312 |
| 30932 | Exercise Programmes, principles, components and adherence | 1 | 3 | 10 | SPSC313 |
| Total NZQA Credits | 29 | ||||
