Popular sport, fitness and recreation courses online in Cairns
All skill levels
Beginner
Experienced
SIS30321 & SIS40221
Dual Certificate III in Fitness & Certificate IV in Fitness
Blended, On Campus, Online
18 - 24 months
$0 - $3,490
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
SIS30321
Certificate III in Fitness
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 months
$0 - $2,390
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
SIS30122
Certificate III in Sport, Aquatics and Recreation
Online
12 months
Unavailable
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Australian Institute of Personal Trainers
SIS50122
Diploma of Sport, Aquatics and Recreation Management
Online
24 months
Unavailable
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Australian Institute of Personal Trainers
SIS40221
Certificate IV in Fitness
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 18 months
$0 - $2,390
- Completed Certificate III in Fitness or equivalent qualifications
SIS30115
Certificate III in Sport and Recreation
Traineeship
12 months
$6,180
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
South West TAFE
SIS20122
Certificate II in Sport and Recreation
Traineeship
12 months
Unavailable
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
The College of Health and Fitness
SIS50421
Diploma of Outdoor Leadership
Blended, Traineeship
12 - 24 months
$0 - $15,000
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
SIS40621
Certificate IV in Outdoor Leadership
Blended, Distance, Traineeship
4 - 12 months
$0 - $6,995
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
SIS31015
Certificate III in Aquatics and Community Recreation
Blended
12 months
Unavailable
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Australian Swimming Coaches and Teachers Association
SIS30521
Certificate III in Sport Coaching
Online
9 - 12 months
$0 - $4,410
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
SIS30421
Certificate III in Sport - Athlete
Online
12 months
$2,199
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Global Fitness Institute
SIS20419
Certificate II in Outdoor Recreation
Blended
2 weeks
Unavailable
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
5 Star Training & Consulting
SIS30619
Certificate III in Outdoor Leadership
Traineeship
12 months
$17,000
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Klepper Training Academy
10859NAT
Certificate IV in Weight Management
On Campus
12 months
Unavailable
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
FIT College
SIS50321
Diploma of Sport
Online
12 months
$5,499
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Global Fitness Institute
SIS50321
Diploma of Sport (Coaching)
Online
12 months
$3,499
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Global Fitness Institute
10932NAT
Certificate IV in Yoga Therapy Teaching
Blended
12 months
Unavailable
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
College of Therapy Yoga and Zen Shiatsu
SIS50321
Diploma of Sport (Sport Development)
Online
12 months
$3,499
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Global Fitness Institute
SIS20321
Certificate II in Sport Coaching
Traineeship
12 months
Unavailable
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
The College of Health and Fitness
Study areas
Community Recreation
Community recreation courses are ideal for those looking to work in sports, fitness and recreation roles in the community.
Career opportunities
Swimming Instructor
Pool Lifeguard
Sport and Recreation Officer
Sports Development Officer
Sports Facility Manager
Sport and Recreation Trainee
Club Manager
Community Coach
Sports Administrator
Sports Manager
Sports Event Manager
Sports Marketer
Sports Coordinator
Sports Marketing Manager
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Sport Coaching
Specialise in Sport Coaching, where you can inspire and guide athletes in various disciplines, fostering their growth, performance, and passion for th...
Outdoor Education
Turn your love for the outdoors into a career or advance job prospects with a course in outdoor education.
Fitness
Learn about physical health and physiology, the skills required to develop quality training programs that deliver results, how to screen and monitor n...
Career opportunities
Personal Trainer
Fitness Instructor
Gym Instructor
Advanced Personal Trainer
Rehabilitation Specialist
Gym Receptionist
Gym Manager
Fitness Centre Manager
Fitness Studio Manager
Yoga Instructor
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Exercise Physiotherapist
Wellness Coach
Wellness Coordinator
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What type of course is right for me?
Vocational Education and Training
VET is designed to teach you workplace knowledge and practical learning to ensure you are job-ready in the skills employers need.
VET courses are nationally recognised and delivered by Registered Training Organisations (RTO).
- Job-ready skills
- Nationally recognised qualification
- Shorter course durations
- Lower entry requirements
Higher Education
Higher education is focused on academic and theoretical studies and can lead to a broad range of professional careers.
Higher education courses are nationally recognised and delivered by universities.
- Broad career options
- Nationally recognised qualification
- Longer course durations
- Higher entry requirements
Industry Training
Industry training is designed with direct input from industry experts and employers, ensuring the content is relevant to current job market trends.
Industry courses do not lead to a formal qualification but many offer industry recognised certifications.
- Specialised skills
- Industry recognised
- Shorter course durations
- Lower entry requirements
Further reading
Your Guide to Laboratory Technician Training in Australia
7th February 2025
