EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY
Functional Anatomy
Bioenergetics
The Endocrine System
Neural system in Movement
Physiological Adaptations to Exercise
Kinesiological Analysis SPORTS TRAINING
The Sports Medicine Team
Injuries and Healing
Aqua Programming
Psychological Considerations with Injuries
Health Risks and Exercise
Special populations:
• Weight Reduction | Insulin Resistance
• Cardiac Health | HIV/Aids
• The elderly & The youth | Prenatal
• Amputee | SCI Exercise Prescription
EXERCISE PSYCHOLOGY
Communication
PA and Psychological Well-Being
Stress Management
Performance Psychology of Athletes
EXERCISE NUTRITION
Foundations of Nutrition
Nutritional Factors
Nutrition and Performance
EXERCISE ASSESSMENT
Principles of Assessment and Evaluation
Pre-Participation Screening
Body composition
Posture
Flexibility
Balance
Muscular Strength
Endurance Tests
Prehabilitation and Sport Specific Assessments
PRACTICAL MANUAL
Prehabilitation
Power
Plyometrics
Speed
Agility
Injury Prevention
Powerlifting and Weight Lifting Training Techniques
PRACTICAL TRAINING & EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
Comprehensive, hands-on, practical tuition offered nationally from HFPA campuses and support centres. Practical Training is also catered for on the HFPA Online Learning Platform.
Higher Certificate in Exercise Science (NQF 5 or equivalent)
Note: If you do not hold a level 4 NQF then apply to study our Fitness Instructor Certificate NQF 4. Successfully completing this will provide you access to the Higher Certificate NQF 5 programme and a pathway into more advanced programmes and further opportunities.
The Advanced Certificate in Exercise Science (ACES) (NQF 6) is an internationally portable Higher Education qualification which covers Advanced Personal Trainer, Strength and Conditioning Coach and Exercise Specialist.
The Higher Certificate in Exercise Science (HCES) is a prerequisite and this programme builds on the knowledge already gained in the HCES.
This qualification focuses on high performance training and analysis as well as special population groups. You will be able to work with a referral team of sport scientists, Advanced Certificate in Exercise Science Higher Education doctors, physiotherapists, biokineticists, and dieticians, and with clients who have particular goals or physical needs. These include people with cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, immunological, neurological and metabolic conditions, as well as pregnancy, the youth and the elderly.
Become a Respected Fitness Professional of the highest calibre with our Higher Education qualifications.
Graduates enter the workplace as multi-skilled Fitness
Professionals with a broad base of expertise.
Work internationally in Fitness, Sport or Recreation
environments, or start your own business.
