This online bundle combines personal training, nutrition, and business skills to prepare you for a career in fitness and wellness across New Zealand. Delivered through OCA (a trusted education partner of The Career…
This online bundle combines personal training, nutrition, and business skills to prepare you for a career in fitness and wellness across New Zealand. Delivered through OCA (a trusted education partner of The Career…
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.
Assessing Client Needs and Fitness Levels
Biomechanics for Strength and Conditioning
Circuit Training
Developing Exercise Programs
Exercise Considerations for Specific Population Groups
Gym Equipment Use and Maintenance
Health Screening and Referral Process
Instructing Exercise for Children and Adolescents
Instructing Exercise for Older Adults
Instructing Exercise Programs
Musculoskeletal Anatomy and Physiology
Selling your Services
What 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.
A few simple steps from enquiry to your first day.
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This online bundle combines personal training, nutrition, and business skills to prepare you for a career in fitness and wellness across New Zealand. Delivered through OCA (a trusted education partner of The Career Academy), the course covers client assessment, exercise programming, meal planning, and small business essentials. Upon completion, you earn a CPD-endorsed digital credential recognised by employers in gyms, studios, and community sport settings.
Enquire about this course and a course advisor from The Career Academy NZ will be in touch with pricing and next steps.
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Last updated: July 2026