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National Certificate in Coaching Science at Health and Fitness Professionals Academy (Pty) Ltd

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

Programme overview

The National Certificate in Coaching Science (NQF Level 5) is a full qualification that gives learners the knowledge, skills and values to take on job responsibilities as a sport coach in schools, clubs and private institutions. It is accredited through Cathsseta/REPSA and offered full-time or online.

Duration: 12 months  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

Modules are Sport Coaching Principles, Exercise Training Principles, Sport Team Management, Health and Safety, Diversity Equity Management and Research Methods, with an Athletics elective and 300 hours of work integrated learning.

Career pathways

Graduates take on responsibilities as sport coaches in schools, clubs and private institutions.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Grade 12 National Senior Certificate (NQF 4). Applicants without an NQF Level 4 can first complete the Fitness Instructor Certificate (NQF 4), which gives access to this programme.

Duration: 12 months

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