Build the skills to coach clients, plan nutrition, and run a fitness business. 470 study hours, fully online and self-paced.
Build the skills to coach clients, plan nutrition, and run a fitness business. 470 study hours, fully online and self-paced.
Practical, job-relevant skills for these roles. As a professional development course, it builds capability in this field rather than guaranteeing a specific role or salary.
Possible career directions only; no specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed. Where you go depends on your experience, the employer and your location.
Topic 1Assessing Client Needs and Fitness LevelsTopic 2Biomechanics for Strength and ConditioningTopic 3Circuit TrainingTopic 4Developing Exercise ProgramsTopic 5Exercise Considerations for Specific Population GroupsTopic 6Gym Equipment Use and MaintenanceTopic 7Health Screening and Referral ProcessTopic 8Instructing Exercise for Children and AdolescentsTopic 9Instructing Exercise for Older AdultsTopic 10Instructing Exercise ProgramsTopic 11Musculoskeletal Anatomy and PhysiologyTopic 12Selling your ServicesTopic 13Sports Injuries and Injury ManagementTopic 14Programming for Strength and ConditioningTopic 15Understanding Fitness Industry Employment Agreements and ContractsTopic 16Understanding Heart Rate VariabilityTopic 17Assessing a Person's Current DietTopic 18Basic Nutritional PrinciplesTopic 19Writing Meal PlansTopic 20Carbohydrate LoadingTopic 21Intermittent FastingTopic 22Ketogenic DietTopic 23Nutrition – Balancing ExtremesTopic 24Nutrition for Before, During, and After ExerciseTopic 25Nutritional Recommendations for Weight LossTopic 26The Anabolic Nutrient Timing FactorTopic 27Nutrition for Muscle GrowthTopic 28The Basics of Sports and Health SupplementsTopic 29The Importance of Hydration Before, During and After ExerciseTopic 30Understanding How the Body Uses Nutrients as Fuel for EnergyTopic 31Understanding Nutritional Deficiencies and Common Nutritional IntolerancesTopic 32Beginning your Business with the End in MindTopic 33Looking After Your ClientsTopic 34Operating a Small Fitness BusinessTopic 35Running a Successful Business Day to DayTopic 36Insurance and Registration Requirements for Your Personal Training BusinessTopic 37Marketing Your Personal Training BusinessTopic 38Understanding Finance for the Fitness ProfessionalTopic 39Fitness Industry Legislation, Policies, and ProceduresTopic 40Incorporating Anatomy and Physiology into Exercise 1Topic 41Incorporating Anatomy and Physiology into Exercise 2Topic 42Incorporating Anatomy and Physiology into Exercise 3Topic 43Provide Health Screening and Fitness OrientationTopic 44Conduct Fitness AppraisalsTopic 45Provide Healthy Eating InformationTopic 46Recognise and Apply Exercise Considerations for Specific PopulationsTopic 47Instruct Exercise to Older AdultsTopic 48Children's Fitness TrainingTopic 49Provide Quality ServiceTopic 50Work Effectively in Sport, Recreation and Fitness EnvironmentsTopic 51Maintaining Gym Equipment for ActivitiesTopic 52Strength and Conditioning ProgrammingTopic 53Skills Assessment BookletWhat you’ll typically need to get started.
Requirements can vary by intake and pathway, so submit an enquiry to confirm what applies to you.
Upon successful completion, earn a CPD-endorsed digital credential recognised by employers throughout New Zealand's fitness and wellness sector, plus a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy.
Get direct, personalised mentoring from Nutrition Expert Miranda Leeden, who shares practical experience in nutrition and wellness, including tips on client care, marketing and running a thriving business.
Access unlimited support from industry expert tutors via phone and email during business hours throughout your entire learning journey.
Study 100% online with 24/7 access and unlimited course access. Completely self-paced so you can study whenever it fits your lifestyle, with live-chat and mentor support available throughout.
Upon enrolment, receive instant access to the Career Centre including latest job opportunities, CV templates, a free personalised CV review, job tips and interview preparation resources.
Receive a free virtual Student ID card upon enrolment, giving access to over 150,000 discounts on food, entertainment, travel and more in New Zealand and around the world.
Optional upgrade to the Career Success Bundle includes expert career coaching, a personalised career plan, LinkedIn profile review, and proven job-search strategies.
Upon enrolment, receive a virtual Student ID card providing access to over 150,000…
The Career Academy offers an online Career Centre providing career coaching, CV reviews, interview preparation, job search resources, and LinkedIn profile reviews. Students have access to a Career Success Hub, Business Hub, and Self Service Resource Hub. The centre includes one-to-one coaching from dedicated career support staff and is available to all students during and after their studies.
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This bundle covers the core skills behind personal training, nutrition coaching, and running a fitness business in New Zealand. Students work through 470 hours of online study, covering client assessment, programme design, nutrition principles, and the practical side of building a client base.
Delivered by The Career Academy NZ, the course suits anyone looking to move into fitness, wellness, or health coaching, whether starting fresh or adding formal training to existing experience. Study is 100% online and entirely self-paced, so it fits around work, family, or other commitments.
Students receive 1-on-1 mentoring from nutrition expert Miranda Leeden, plus unlimited tutor support by phone and email during business hours. On completion, graduates earn a CPD-endorsed digital credential and a Certificate of Achievement, both recognised by employers across New Zealand's fitness and wellness sector.
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Last updated: July 2026