Higher Diploma in ​Fitness Training and Management

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Key Features

  • Collaborationg with Physical Fitness Association of Hong Kong, China to provide most updated health and physical fitness knowledge and train students to be all-round fitness training and health management professionals

    Equipping students with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in fitness training for childrem, adults, elders and persons with chronic diseases

  • Offering a minimum of 200-hour summer practicum in kindergartens, elderly centres, rehabilitation centres, physiotheraphy clinic or fitness clubs

  • Training with the well-equipped sports facilities at Lingnan University campus, e.g. gym, athletic field, football field, basketball courts, swimming pool, etc.

Programme Objectives

  • Provides all-rounded training in fitness and health care

  • Covers multi-dimensional knowledge and skills, such as Basic Health Care and Fitness, Resistance Training Practice, Sports Injuries Prevention, Personal Training Prescription, Weight Management and Nutrition

  • Provides sport management related courses to strengthen students’ management sense

Programme Learning Outcomes

  • PILO1. explain and apply the principles and concept in health, wellness, physical fitness, exercise science and sport management knowledge in fitness training; 
  • PILO2. demonstrate knowledge and skills to design and lead exercise with various devices and equipment for normal adults in fitness room settings;
  • ​PILO3. demonstrate knowledge and skills to prescribe and lead exercise for various target populations; 
  • PILO4. demonstrate proficiency in oral and written language competence in both English and Chinese for future studies or work; and
  • PILO5. apply problem-solving, IT and critical thinking skills for handling further studies or career pursuit.

Curriculum

General Education (24 Credits)

  • General English

  • English for Academic Communication

  • Business Communication

  • Chinese Language for Communication I

  • Chinese Language for Communication II

  • Introduction to Information Literacy

  • Free Elective 

  • Free Elective 

 

Programme Specific Courses (36 Credits)

  • Basic Health, Fitness and Wellness Studies

  • Resistance Training Instruction

  • Measurement and Evaluation in Physical Activity and Fitness

  • Children Fitness Training

  • Fitness Training for Older Adults
  • Essential Nutrition for Health and Sports
  • Preventing and Managing Sports Injuries
  • Exercise Prescription for People with Chronic Illnesses and Disabilities
  • Stress and Physical Relaxation Skills
  • Promoting Physically Active Lifestyle 
  • Introduction to Sport and Leisure Management
  • Strength Training and Conditioning
  • Practicum

Apart from Chinese courses and courses which require students to have working knowledge of Chinese, all courses are normally taught in English.

Articulation prospects

The College has established an articulation agreement with the following overseas universities for our graduates to articulate to the following degree programmes:

  • University of Essex (UK)
  • KAMK-University of Applied Science (Finland)


Some recent graduates of this programme were admitted to the following Bachelor’s Degree programmes:

  • Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Physical Education and Recreation Management, Hong Kong Baptist University

  • Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons) in Sport and Recreation Leadership, Hong Kong Baptist University

  • Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons) in Sports and Recreation Management, Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong

  • Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Health, The University of Hong Kong

  • Bachelor of Science (Exercise Science and Health Education), The Chinese University of Hong Kong

  • Bachelor of Education (Honours) (Physical Education), The Education University of Hong Kong
  • ​Bachelor of Health Education (Honours), The Education University of Hong Kong

Programme Partner

 
     Physical Fitness Association of Hong Kong, China  
 
 
  • Physical Fitness Association of Hong Kong, China (PFA) is a non-profit making national sports association which has been established since 1986. ​
  • The Association is recognized by the Hong Kong S.A.R. Government and the Sports Federation and Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China, and committed to professional development of physical fitness in Hong Kong.
  • The Association will assign well qualifier instructor (includes registered physiotherapist, strength and conditioning specialist) to teach programme specific courses.
  • The Association will assist to arrange practicum organization.

Career Prospects

Graduate can work in various fields, i.e.
  • Fitness Training 
  • Strength and Conditioning Training
  • Sports Training 
  • Club House Management 
  • Health Club Management 
  • Sports Programme Management 
  • Fitness Training in Rehabilitation Centre
  • Fitness Training in Physiotherapy Clinic 

Professional Recognitions

  • Graduates are exempted from the “Physical Fitness Foundation Certificate” required for the Instructor Certification Programmes/Examinations organized by Physical Fitness Association of Hong Kong (HKPFA)
  • The students who passed the practical examination in the "Adult Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Certificate Course (ACPR)" will be awarded "Adult Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Certificate” from Hong Kong Red Cross or Hong Kong St. John Ambulance

Remarks

  • Applicants of Higher Diploma in Fitness Training and Management are required to provide evidence of their previous involvement / experience in sports and fitness activities, such as participation awards or certificates in sports / fitness competitions, recommendation letters, satisfactory grades in Physical Education or other relevant subjects, or other equivalent supporting documents.

  • Students will be placed for a minimum of 200-hour summer practicum.

Student Achievements

AXA League 2017

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HSBC Scholars Day 2017

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To bring the benefits of its scholarship programmes to more Hong Kong students, HSBC launched the HSBC Vocational Education Scholarship Scheme for students studying in full-time higher diploma and associate programmes.  The Scheme aims to provide support to students in vocational education to realize their goals and ambitions.
 
Mr. Aurang-zeb Mohammad Saqib Rangzeb, Higher Diploma in Sports Coaching and Leadership student of LIFE, and Ms. Ngai Ka Yu, Higher Diploma in Fitness Training and Management student of LIFE, were awarded the HSBC Vocational Education Scholarship at the HSBC Scholars Day on 29 June 2017.  Apart from academic excellence and good performance in panel interviews, HSBC Scholars must demonstrate a commitment to serving the Hong Kong community.
 
Rangzeb has been playing boxing for 6 years.  He noticed that the role of a coach is very important in an athlete’s life thus he chose Higher Diploma in Sports Coaching and Leadership programme of LIFE.  He said, “I got the chance to be an assistant coach in a gymnasium.  After completing my studies, I plan to be a boxing coach and help as many people as I can.”
 
Ka Yu wishes to be a PE teacher in the future and pass the sports and fitness knowledge which learnt from Higher Diploma in Fitness Training and Management programme to students.  She shared her experience, “I have learnt the knowledge and skills to prescribe and lead exercise for various target populations, and the operation of mechanical equipment from LIFE.  I am now confident to teach other people.  Internship opportunity also gives me a place to practice and show my learning outcomes. "
 
Rangzeb and Ka Yu encourage DSE students not to lose hope as there is always a chance waiting around the corner.
 
HSBC Scholarship Programmes for academic year 2017/18 will commence in the next semester. Interested sub-degree students can approach Student Affairs and Learning Experiences Division (SALED) for application details.

2017 Hong Kong Bodybuilding Championships cum 8th South China Bodybuilding Invitational Championships and HK-GZ Performance Exchange

Students of Higher Diploma in Fitness Training and Management and Higher Diploma in Sports Coaching and Leadership participated in 2017 Hong Kong Bodybuilding Championships cum 8th South China Bodybuilding Invitational Championships and HK-GZ Performance Exchange on 11 June 2017 and they have made excellent results!
 
Name Programme Award
Kong Ka Chun Year 1, Higher Diploma in Sports Coaching and Leadership Champion of Men’s Youth Sport Model
Champion of Men’s Sport Model (174-177cm)
1st Runner-up of South China Men’s Sport Model Group B
Chu Kai Leong Year 1, Higher Diploma in Fitness Training and Management 2nd Runner-up of Men’s Youth Sport Model
The 6th of Men’s Sport Model (174-177cm)
The 6th of South China Men’s Sport Model Group C
Yeung Lok Him Year 2, Higher Diploma in Fitness Training and Management 1st Runner-up of Men’s Youth Sport Model
2nd Runner-up of Student Men’s Sport Model
The 5th of Men’s Sport Model (174-177cm)
The 4th of South China Men’s Sport Model Group B
Chui Ho Yin Year 2, Higher Diploma in Fitness Training and Management The 4th of Student Men’s Sport Model
The 4th of Men’s Sport Model (174-177cm)
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2017 YOT Chairman Cup Bodybuilding Open

Students of Higher Diploma in Fitness Training and Management and Higher Diploma in Sports Coaching and Leadership participated in 2017 YOT Chairman Cup Bodybuilding Open on 7 May 2017 and they have made excellent results!
 
Name Programme Award
Kong Ka Chun Year 1, Higher Diploma in Sports Coaching and Leadership Champion of Men’s Sport Model Group C
Chu Kai Leong Year 1, Higher Diploma in Fitness Training and Management 1st Runner-up of Men’s Sport Model Group D
Yeung Lok Him Year 2, Higher Diploma in Fitness Training and Management Champion of Men’s Fitness Physique
Chui Ho Yin Year 2, Higher Diploma in Fitness Training and Management The 5th of Men’s Sport Model Group C
Hui Tat Ming Danny        Year 2, Higher Diploma in Fitness Training and Management The 6th of Men’s Athletic Physique
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Jockey Club Keep Fit Formula for Children Coach Certification Course 2017

Students of Higher Diploma in Fitness Training and Management had attended the Jockey Club Keep-Fit Formula for Children Coach Certification Course on 1 April 2017.  The course was organized by Physical Fitness Association of Hong Kong, China and funded by the Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust.  Students will be awarded a Jockey Club Keep-Fit Formula for Children Coach Certificate after finishing a 6-hour lecture and 12-hour practical sessions.
 
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Visiting Hong Kong Jockey Club - Sha Tin Clubhouse

A visit to Hong Kong Jockey Club - Sha Tin Clubhouse was arranged for students of Higher Diploma in Fitness Training and Management on 18 March 2017.  Students visited different sports facilities in the Clubhouse.  A briefing session was held by Sports and Leisure Manager to introduce the daily operation of each sports facility. The real-life environment and the discussion could help students to better understand the knowledge of sport and leisure management.

 
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20th Hong Kong Jackie Chan Challenge Cup Hong Kong Universities Tournament

The 20th Hong Kong Jackie Chan Challenge Cup Hong Kong Universities Tournament was held on 5 November 2016 among 8 university teams. Lingnan University won the championship in Men's basketball, second runner-up in Men's soccer and second runner-up in Women's volleyball. (Details)
 

LU Men's Basketball Team

LEE TSZ FUNG

LEE YUK CHUEN

NG WAI SHING

SIU CHUN KIT

TUNG KAM FAI

WU CHEUK PAN

 

LU Men's Soccer Team

LAM HO KIT

WONG WING HIN

 

LU Women's Volleyball Team

LAU LING YEE

YU HOK SUM

YUM CHUNG YAN

 

Kenguru Pro Streetworkout Worldcup and Streetworkout World Championship

China Fixed Gear Bicycle League

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Men Novice Competition 2015

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​Inter-School Combat Sports Championships 2015

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Teaching and Learning Support

女飛魚是如何煉成的?

Visit to Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong - Kowloon Centre

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Students toured around the sports facilities in Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong - Kowloon Centre.
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Students gained a better understanding of the sport and leisure management industry after the visit.

Sharing by Sun Yue

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Sun Yue (Front Row Centre) shared her life as national volleyball team member.  
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Sun Yue demonstrated her volleyball skills to students.

學習體適能回饋香港球壇

賽馬會學童Keep-Fit方程式教練證書課程


同學參與賽馬會學童Keep-Fit方程式教練證書課程。

同學完成課程及12小時實習,將獲得由香港賽馬會慈善信託基金授予的「賽馬會學童Keep-Fit方程式教練證書」。

專業人才求過於供 運動教練及體適能課程出路廣

Internship

The programme will provide practicum opportunity to student. All students will complete a minimum of 200 hours of fieldwork, they will be assigned to work in university, kindergartens, elderly centre, gym centre, fitness club or other related setting for vocational training and practice. Students will apply the learnt knowledge, skills and techniques in a work-based environment.


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Scholarship

The following scholarships were available for students with outstanding performance in academic studies, great achievement in extra-curricular activities and/or valuable contribution to the College/University/Community:

  • Lingnan Business Faculty Members Scholarship
  • Lingnan Club Scholarship
  • Lingnan Education Organization Scholarship
  • Lingnan University Alumni Association (Hong Kong) Scholarship

Continued Education Fund (CEF)

This course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund.
This course/ The mother course (Title of Qualification) of this module is recognised under the Qualifications Framework (QF Level [4]).

QR Registration No.: 14/003474/L4
QR Registration QR Registration Validity Period: 01/05/2014 To On-going

For details, please refer to "Continued Education Fund (CEF)" in our website.

Graduate Sharing

Chung Chi On

Chung Chi On

  • Graduate of Higher Diploma in Fitness Training and Management 2020
  • Year 3, Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours) in Sport and Recreation Leadership, Hong Kong Baptist University
Thank to LIFE, my life has been bountiful and beautiful! Time flies. After studying at LIFE for two years, I have met a lot of classmates who are passionate about sports. Also, the courses offered are dynamic and rich in content. It has prepared me well to be a fitness coach. Broadening my horizon, the internship therein offered me an opportunity to apply what has been learnt. In addition, we enjoyed fascinating college life with wellequipped facilities like the gymnasium and sports ground. The scholarships count. For both instructors and classmates at LIFE, who played a pivotal role for my articulation to HKBU, I am always grateful.
梁智偉

梁智偉

  • 2020年體適能培訓及管理高級文憑課程畢業生升讀香港浸會大學運動及
  • 康樂領袖學社會科學學士(榮譽)課程三年級
在修讀體適能培訓及管理高級文憑課程後,我獲得了關於體適能、健康護理以及運動科學等方面的知識,當中包括不同年齡的運動需求、完善的體適能訓練制定、健身器械的指導以及運動創傷方面的知識。LIFE亦提供了不同的實習機會予學員,而我亦被分派至健身中心實習。在學期間,我參加了大學龍舟隊,期間亦參加了不少比賽。感謝LIFE的老師以及同學兩年的陪伴,使我能夠看清楚前路,增添我更多對未來的選擇。
季芷晴

季芷晴

  • 2019年體適能培訓及管理高級文憑課程畢業生
  • 升讀香港教育大學科學教育榮譽學士(運動科學) 課程三年級
在LIFE就讀期間我了解到關於運動的科學知識、宣傳活動的策略及有機會到復康中心實習。我參加了大學籃球隊及田徑隊,有機會參與各項比賽及校隊周年晚宴活動。在這裡的學習經歷讓我更清晰自己的目標,可以成功升讀心儀的大學。