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Higher Certificate in Fitness (Online) at Exercise Teachers Academy (Pty) Ltd

Exercise Teachers Academy (Pty) Ltd, South Africa

Programme overview

This Higher Certificate in Fitness (NQF Level 5, SAQA ID 97693, 137 credits) combines theoretical knowledge and practical application to pursue a career in the exercise, fitness and wellness industry. Students learn to apply exercise science, including screening and fitness testing, to design individualised training programmes. Offered online and accredited through CATHSSETA.

Faculty: Faculty of Sports Science  |  Duration: 1 year  |  Study mode: distance  |  Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

Sport and exercise science content including kinesiology, exercise science, nutrition principles, screening and assessment and exercise programming.

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Entry requirements

Minimum recommended NSC at elementary achievement (30-39%); recommended minimum of 40% in English.

ZAR 41,000 a year (2027). 2027 online fee schedule: total term payments per annum (price is per year), which includes the R1,500 non-refundable registration fee; early bird and upfront discount options are lower. Source

Online programmes have a beginning-of-year intake and a mid-year intake.

A non-refundable registration fee of R1,500 applies and forms part of the total fee. Apply online via the Apply now button or manually with the eta application form submitted to the regional campus.

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