The New Zealand Institute of Health and Fitness Ltd

Who are we?

The Open Polytechnic of New Zealand and The New Zealand Institute of Health and Fitness are committed to seeing high quality fitness professionals trained, placed and developed in the fitness industry.

Who studies with us?

Our programmes have helped

• workers from other sectors change careers
• mature exercise enthusiasts become part of the industry they love
• the exercise purist develop the skills required to work with special populations
• young people build their fitness careers
• the business minded grow substantial fitness incomes

What will I achieve?

We exclusively deliver NZQA approved national fitness qualifications for

• Fitness Consultants
• Personal Trainers
• Group Fitness Instructors
  

These qualifications sit on the National Qualifications Framework and make up the national qualifications pathway in fitness.  Here is an overview of the Qualifications Pathway

For more detailed information on the national fitness qualifications see The National Qualifications Framework

Who will I learn from?

We've hand picked highly experienced and well qualified tutors to give you that unique insight into the fitness industry, its clients and their unique needs. 

Our team of tutors are successful and passionate industry people with international experience so you'll get great advice and hands-on practical support.

How can I 'customise' this programme?

Once enrolled you will be assigned a 'personal skills coach' who will help you plan and follow through on your study programme.  They will help you choose the best mix of the following to make sure you get qualified and become 'industry ready'.

• Small group tutorials (two hours per week - day or evening times available)
• Open practical forums (two hours per week - day or evening times available)
• One on one personal coaching and assessment (at a convenient time for you between 7am and 7pm weekdays)
• Industry savvy distance learning materials (including handbook, practicals DVD and assessment workbook)

With open enrolment you can get started anytime and use as much or as little of the support available as you need.  Studying at your own pace you can achieve your qualification and maintain your lifestyle. 

How can I get into industry when I graduate?

The New Zealand Institute of Health and Fitness provide a graduate placement service that has helped hundreds of graduates find the right fitness opportunity, quickly and easily.

Your needs are matched to the existing and upcoming opportunities from over fifty clubs across NZIHF's affiliated network.  Often you can be interviewed before you graduate, stepping seamlessly from 'fitness education' to 'fitness vocation'.

For more information on the jobs currently available click here to 'Find a Job' or contact the recruitment and training director in the city nearest you.

I'm interested - tell me more!

To find out more about enrolling in the programme click here to 'Get Qualified' or contact the recruitment and training director in the city nearest you.