These online Sports & Fitness short courses are a great starting point for anyone considering a career in this growing industry. You’ll learn all of the basics, so you’re set up for success and are confident in taking the next step.
Qualification level
Provider
Courses found:
Online Sports & Fitness courses also available
What is Sports and Fitness
Studying sports and fitness means studying how the body works and how to get the best out of a person’s body, specifically sportspeople and professional players. This involves everything from fitness to nutrition and how each can fuel the body to its maximum potential.
Working in Sports and Fitness
The sports and fitness industry is very diverse; career prospects are definitely not limited to those whose talents are at the same level as Serena Williams or Cristiano Ronaldo. If the sports industry interests you, career opportunities in areas such as sports business, sports medicine or even sports coaching may be right for you. Sports courses allow for you to go onto a future where you can even go ahead and incorporate two different areas such as sports and journalism – the possibilities are vast. Some potential jobs for sports studies graduates who have either completed a short course on its own, or in some cases, gone onto further studies include:
- Strength and Conditioning Coach
- Gym Instructor
- Personal Trainer
- Sports Nutritionist
- Professional Sportsperson
- Sports Management Professional
Studying Sports and Fitness:
Completing your fitness studies will set you on a path towards a rewarding career. A fitness or sports qualification can result in a statement of attainment that proves to any potential employer that you have a genuine passion for sports and fitness and a dedication to the industry that looks fantastic on any resume. Depending on the course, you may choose to complete only a statement of attainment, or it may be a part of a larger course. You can study fitness and nutrition online at a number of institutes, which allows for distance learning and flexible hours, suitable for anyone looking to complete study while living in a regional area or working part or full time. Options such as studying fitness online, means that there is a multitude of options out there for anyone looking to gain a formal qualification. Some possible courses include:
- Certificate III in Fitness
- Canoe Guide – Flat Water
- Certificate IV in Guiding
- Statement of Attainment in Fitness Foundation
- Fitness Foundations
- Complete Personal Trainer
Is a career in sports and fitness right for you?
To work in sports in fitness means that you need to have a passion for helping others find the best version of themselves. Whether you’re a personal trainer at a local aged care centre or a professional coach for top sportsmen and women, you need to get the best out of your clients and help them achieve their sports and fitness goals. If you think that this could be you, browse our list of available courses now.