SPORTS, FITNESS & RECREATION

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1 SPORTS, FITNESS & RECREATION Start a rewarding career with a Sports, Fitness & Recreation qualification from YMCA Education and Training (QLD). Contact us today on (7) Overview: The sport, fitness and recreation industries are diverse, challenging and rewarding industries. They encompass sectors such as, community and outdoor recreation, fitness, and grassroots and elite sport. These industries all contribute to improving the health of the community, which has positive flow-on effects to the broader economy. Employment Opportunites The industry employs a variety of workers to provide a broad range of services that require high levels of skills and knowledge. The workforce is diverse, ranging from highly commercial fitness centres to notfor-profit community-based organisations. The sport, fitness and recreation industries are constantly changing and evolving as new activities emerge and participation patterns change. Careers in the sport, fitness and recreation industries include: Gym / Exercise Instructor Personal Trainer Sports Coach Sports Official Sports Trainer Fitness or PT Manager Recreation Officer / Manager Competition Manager Facility Manager High Performance Coach Outdoor Guide Pool Lifeguard Professional Athlete Program Officer / Coordinator / Manager Sport Development Officer / Manager Swimming and Water Safety Teacher Community Activity Assistant

2 5 REASONS Why you should study a Sport, Fitness and Recreation course with YMCA:. You Love Sport, Health and Fitness Most people working in the sport, fitness and recreation industry decided to because of their interest and lifestyle in these areas. Whether you re a massive sport lover, engage in leisure or recreational activities, or live and breathe health and fitness combining something that you are passionate about with a career, you ll never work a day in your life! 2. Change People s Lives Whether you are working as a personal trainer, health and fitness coach, recreation officer, lifeguard, or sports coach, you will most likely get into these positions because you enjoy helping others and changing people s lives. This is one of the most fulfilling reasons for working in the sport, fitness and recreation industry. Imagine being able to transform someone s life by assisting them to overcome chronic health conditions or poor lifestyle choices. Empowering others to live a healthy and active life is one of the best feelings you can experience. 3. Flexible Work Options The sport, fitness and recreation industry has a massive range of positions that require you to work within flexible hours throughout the week. Although this lifestyle is different than your typical 9-5pm job, it allows you to structure your week the way you want to. You may have multiple part-time jobs, run your own business, have the time to look after the kids or complete further study however you structure your week, working within the sport, fitness and recreation industry will give you plenty of flexibility and options to do so. 4. A Rewarding Career All you need to do is ask someone in the sport, fitness and recreation industry why they do what they do. Often it is because they love it, and they find it incredibly rewarding. Most positions are very customer focused, therefore, there are some really great opportunities with assisting, growing, helping and empowering other people. There are so many avenues and pathways in which your career can take you. You may find that with hard work and being proactive, your initial passion for a particular something can turn into a lifelong career in the sport, fitness and recreation industry. 5. The Sport, Fitness and Recreation Industry is Booming Unless you have been living under a rock for the last 5 years, you may have noticed that there is a massive boom in the sport, fitness and recreation industry. With increases in obesity and chronic diseases across Australia, there is a high demand for health and fitness professionals. The sporting industry is as professional as ever, with new and desirable positions popping up across sporting organisations and clubs. It is now your chance to take advantage of the great opportunities available in this rewarding and growing industry.

3 CERTIFICATE II IN SPORT AND RECREATION SIS25 KICK-START YOUR CAREER IN SPORT AND RECREATION Course Overview: This qualification allows individuals to develop basic functional knowledge and skills for work in customer contact positions in the sport or community recreation industry. Study Mode: Fee For Service (FFS) Traineeship VET in Schools (VETiS) Entry Requirements: There are no formal entry requirements for this course. However, an appropriate level of language literacy and numeracy skills is required. Employment Opportunities: Community Activities Assistant Leisure or Recreation Assistant Grounds or facility Assistant Pathways: Upon completion of the SIS25 Certificate II in Sport and Recreation, students are eligible to enrol into the Certificate III in Sport and Recreation. Course Delivery: Blended. Flexible self-paced learning with phone, , online tutorials, and workshops. Work placement required. Course Duration: 2 Months. Course Cost: Please visit or contact (7) for the latest course information and costs. Course outline: The Certificate II in Sport and Recreation (SIS25) qualification will allow you to work in a range of roles within the sport and/or community recreation industry, covering 5 modules of study: WHS and Equipment Apply First Aid Effective Work Practices Coaching Practices Exercise Instruction and Programming

4 CERTIFICATE II IN SPORT AND RECREATION SIS25 Course Overview: There are 3 units of competency: core and 5 elective. Certificate II in Sport and Recreation Course Code Course Title BSBWOR22 HLTAID3 HLTWHS SISXCAI2 SISXCCS SISXEMR SISXIND SISXIND2 SISXFAC SISXCAI SISSSCO SISSSCO22 SISSSPT33A Organise and complete daily work activities Provide first aid Participate in workplace health and safety Assist with activity sessions Provide quality service Respond to emergency situations Work effectively in sport, fitness and recreation environments Maintain sport, fitness and recreation industry knowledge Maintain equipment for activities Provide equipment for activities Develop and update knowledge of coaching practices Coach beginner or novice participants to develop fundamental motor skills Conduct basic warm-up and cool-down programs *HLTAID3 Provide first aid can be completed with YMCA or an external provider

5 7 To find out more today, contact us on (7) or visit ymcaeducation.com Brisbane Education and Training Healthy Living Empowering Young People Social Impact 95 Abbotsford Road Bowen Hills QLD 46 PO Box 669, Spring Hill QLD YMCA Education and Training (QLD) RTO #3979 YMCA Education and Training (QLD) does not accept any liability for consequences which may directly or indirectly result from information contained in this outline. All information contained in this outline is correct at time of June 2.