Advanced Diploma In Recreation Studies- Fitness

Since this is a self-paced learning program, the student can study at a rate according to their ability and capabilities. This course may be studied over 3 years or less on a full time basis, or up to 8 years on a part time basis. COURSE CONTENT
a/ Compulsory core modules
The following 4 modules are compulsory: Biochemistry (Animals), Instructional Skills, Business Studies, and Workplace Health and Safety.
b/ Stream Core Modules
800 hours of study in compulsory modules (normally 8 x 100 hour modules) as follows:
Recreation Administration I, Recreation Administration II, Recreation Administration III, Recreation Administration IV, Human Health & Fitness I, Human Biology I, Facility Management I, Facility Management II.
c/ Stream Elective Subjects
600 hours of study in modules (normally 6 X 100 hour modules), selected from the following:
Human Nutrition I, Human Nutrition II, Human Nutrition III, Human Biology II, Healthy Buildings I, Medicinal Herbs, Sports Nutrition. Other options will be considered.
d/ Optional Electives
200 hours of study in modules (normally 2 X 100 hour modules), which can be chosen from any advanced diploma accredited modules, selected from stream electives not studied yet, or any module from other diplomas.
* Students are required to attain a current Senior First Aid Certificate and Advanced First Aid Certificate at some point during the course.
WORKPLACE- ORIENTED RESEARCH
Three projects must be undertaken to satisfy the 200 hour nominal duration. Each project will deal with a distinct aspect of workplace activity, and culminate in a written formal report of a length appropriate to the nature of the project.
WORKSHOPS
Workshop requirements are specified in curriculum documents which can be supplied to a mentor or supervisor anywhere in the world. These requirements may take up to 200 hours to complete, and must be signed off by an approved mentor/supervisor before credit is granted. Most students will satisfy this requirement toward the end of their diploma, in the course of working in industry. Others may attend sessioons with a supervisor who they arrange to be approved for this purpose in their locality. Any payments made to a supervisor must be negotiated and made by the student.
INDUSTRY CONFERENCE/SEMINARS/MEETINGS
You must attend 100 hours (minimum) of industry seminars within the period of the course. These may include such things as industry conferences, seminars, or professional society meetings.
This course provides management oriented training for people wanting to work in the health and fitness or recreation industries on a technical or management capacity. Graduates will have a broad understanding of human health together with specialised skills that will be developed through your choice of elective units.