Sport and 
​Recreation

Gain NCEA and get fit for your next step - a career in sports coaching, trades, forces, or any physical work!

Blenheim
Rangiora

Sport and Rec: Level 2

Keen sportsperson? Or getting fit for future career - trades, forces or any physical work? 

​Learn about exercise physiology, nutrition, coaching and how a healthy body contributes to a healthy mind in a fun, practical learning environment. Work towards the Level 2 NZ Certificate in Foundation Skills (Sport Context) and NCEA Levels 1 and 2. Open up the doors for employment or further study!

​Literacy, numeracy and NCEA credits are achievable through all the courses we provide.

Course Outline

The course covers:

• Communication and teamwork
• Coaching and instruction skills
• Fitness equipment and techniques
• Personal strength and fitness
• Anatomy and movement
• Nutrition
• First Aid
• Outdoor planning and survival skills
• Outdoor excursions
• Literacy and numeracy support

Qualifications: Level 2

• New Zealand Certificate in Foundation Skills (Level 2) - Sport Context
• First Aid Certificate
• NCEA Level 1
• NCEA Level 2​

Course Length

44 weeks, full-time, Monday to Friday

Start Dates

• February 2021
• Rolling intakes - Please contact the College for further dates and details.

Locations

This course is available in: 

• Blenheim
• Rangiora​

Course Fees & Eligibility

To participate in this course and qualify for free training under the Youth Guarantee (YG) initiative, students must:

• be 16-19 years of age at the start of the Youth Guarantee programme
• be a New Zealand citizen or have New Zealand permanent residency
• be prepared to study full-time for 1 year in a level 1-3 programme
• not be enrolled in school and a Youth Guarantee programme simultaneously

*Subject to YG eligibility 

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