Australian Institute of Personal Trainers
Diploma of Sport, Aquatics and Recreation Management
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Turn your business acumen and passion for sports into a career with the Diploma of Sport, Aquatics and Recreation Management.
Upon completion of this qualification, you’ll graduate with the industry-relevant skills and experience to manage sport and recreation facilities or services, setting you up to advance your career opportunities in a variety of Sport Management roles.
If you have a passion for sports and a strong head for business, the SIS50122 Diploma of Sport, Aquatics and Recreation Management is your ticket to a rewarding career in sports management.
Delivery mode
Australian Institute of Personal Trainers offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Education
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification as specified in the packaging rules. No specific educational prerequisites are required to enrol in this course.
Pre-screening
AIPT uses LLN Robot to pre-screen you before enrolment across five core skills, including literacy, numeracy, oral communication, learning, and reading.
Parental permission
If you are under 18 your enrolment form will need to be signed by a parent or guardian.
Residency status
You must be a permanent Australian resident (or equivalent) or have the right to study in Australia, other than a Student Visa.
Recognition of prior learning
We offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) as an option for those who have gained relevant skills and knowledge through prior experience or training. If you believe you may be eligible, please contact our Career Advisor to discuss the RPL process and how it can be applied to your studies.
Please note: While RPL allows you to gain credit for existing knowledge and skills, it is not necessarily less work than the standard study method. The RPL process requires you to demonstrate your competencies through rigorous assessment, which may involve providing evidence, completing 3rd party observation checklist, knowledge questions, and/or attending competency call (for certain government funded enrolments).
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
This is a fee-for-service program.
For more information about this course and payment options, please enquire now.
Work Placement:Work placement requirements
You’ll be required to complete practical tasks under the direction of a qualified supervisor and must have access to a sports or community recreation facility or gym to complete practical tasks in the workplace.
Workplace supervisor requirements
You’ll be required to perform practical tasks under the direction of a qualified supervisor. The supervisor must meet the below criteria named in either Option 1 or Option 2:
Option 1
- Has been awarded a relevant qualification from the list below:
- SIS50122 Diploma of Sport, Aquatics and Recreation Management or a superseded diploma qualification in sport and recreation
- Diploma in a business discipline
- Bachelor’s degree in sports management, recreation or a business discipline
- Has the following industry experience: At least two (2) years full-time experience working in one of the below job roles (or the part-time to the equivalent of two (2) years, over a three (3) year period):
- Competition Manager
- Facility Manager
- Program Manager
- Centre Manager
- Assistant Centre Manager
Option 2
- Has the following industry experience: At least five (5) years full-time experience working in one of the below job roles (or the part-time equivalent of five (5) years, over a seven (7) year period):
- Competition Manager
- Facility Manager
- Program Manager
- Centre Manager
- Assistant Centre Manager
The qualified supervisor must also hold a Working with Children Check if the student is under 18 years old. You’ll be responsible for sourcing an appropriate work placement host employer/s. AIPT may provide support and guidance to identify work placement opportunities.
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Sport, Aquatics and Recreation Management will prepare you for the following role.
Sports Facility Manager
A Sports Facility Manager oversees the daily running of a sports centre. You might cater for a range of sports such as indoor cricket and indoor ne...
About Australian Institute of Personal Trainers
At the Australian Institute of Personal Trainers we are experts in wellness, nutrition and fitness, and equip our students with the best in online and face-to-face education.
Established in 1999, we have grown from a handful of campuses in Queensland to a network of over 150 campuses and Mentors Australia-wide, providing us with a leading employment network market share in the fitness education sector.
We cater to all learning styles and our flexible study options have a focus on practical learning and hands-on experience, designed to fit around your schedule. We are proud to offer a complete suite of qualifications, from fitness, nutrition and massage courses, through to business, and management.
In aligning with the nation’s leading health and fitness chains, including Goodlife Health Clubs, Genesis Fitness Clubs, Fitness First and over 60 independent operators, we are dedicated to raising the standards and profile of Personal Trainers.
Backed up by a student graduation rate higher than industry average and a post-graduate employment rate of up to 80%#, our students are assured the best start to their fitness career.
