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Advanced Certificate in Exercise Science at Health and Fitness Professionals Academy (Pty) Ltd

Health and Fitness Professionals Academy (Pty) Ltd, South Africa

Programme overview

The Advanced Certificate in Exercise Science (ACES) is an internationally portable NQF Level 6 Higher Education qualification covering Advanced Personal Trainer, Strength and Conditioning Coach and Exercise Specialist. It is accredited by the CHE (SAQA ID 91829) and delivered by contact classes (Sunninghill and Stellenbosch campuses) and online.

Duration: 12 months  |  Study mode: blended  |  Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

Modules cover exercise physiology, sports training, exercise psychology, exercise nutrition, exercise assessment, a practical manual and practical training with experiential learning, including special populations and high performance training.

Career pathways

Graduates work with sport scientists, doctors, physiotherapists, biokineticists and dieticians, and with clients with specific goals or medical conditions, in fitness, sport or recreation settings, or start their own business.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Higher Certificate in Exercise Science (NQF 5 or equivalent). The Higher Certificate in Exercise Science is a prerequisite.

Duration: 12 months

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