Professional Standards & Ethics

Service Description

Workshop Duration: 3 Hours CPD Points: 3 (pending) Prerequisites: None - suitable for beginners through to upskilling trainers This workshop explains the professional standards that Personal Trainers are to uphold in New Zealand. It combines New Zealand industry requirements and evidence-based approaches to client care. Participants will learn about the personal training scope of practice as well as ethical responsibilities and how to build professional trust. The fitness industry in New Zealand generates over $500M annually with 13% of the people in the fitness industry using a personal training service. It's the professional standards that separate the qualified trainers from the fitness enthusiasts. Learning Outcomes Define and operate within the PT scope of practice in New Zealand Apply REPs NZ Code of Ethics to real-world scenarios Navigate professional boundaries and dual relationships Implement Te Tiriti principles in training practice Manage liability, insurance, and business structure basics Handle referrals professionally to build credible networks Establish digital professionalism standards Many Personal Trainers don’t realise: it is illegal to write nutrition plans; it’s not their job to “diagnose” shoulder impingement; and training their mates for free could cost them a liability lawsuit. YES, even in NZ. I hope to shed light on these and many more topics to give Personal Trainers who whole heartedly care about their clientele the tools and knowledge to keep themselves, their businesses and most importantly, their clients safe. Special Features: Complete legal document template pack (contracts, waivers, policies) Professional communication scripts for difficult situations Referral network building guide Te Tiriti practical application framework Quarterly legal and ethical updates "Reputation takes years to build and seconds to destroy. Start with a solid foundation." - PURE Movement Education