Skills For Life & Employment - LARS Senior Program
Skills For Life & Employment -
LARS Senior Program
Empowering Fiji’s Athletes for a rewarding tomorrow
Empowering Fiji’s Athletes for
a rewarding tomorrow
Building on the groundbreaking potential of LARS Junior, the LARS Senior program delivered by APMT (www.apmt.com.fj) under the Skills for Life and Employment (SLE) umbrella provides a powerful, future-focused pathway for Fiji’s retired rugby and soccer players. Recognizing the challenges faced by athletes at the end of their sporting careers, LARS Senior ensures that every participant is equipped not just for transition, but for true success in their next chapter.
LARS Senior is designed in close collaboration with the Fiji Rugby Union (FRU), which will actively channel retired players into this tailored upskilling initiative. The program combines the foundational, nationally recognized qualifications of Certificate I and Certificate II (as in LARS Junior) with a robust suite of adult learning and vocational courses, preparing athletes for leadership, business, and industry roles.
Foundational and Advanced Qualifications
- Certificate I & II: All participants gain essential employability, life, and digital skills—building a foundation for career re-entry and personal growth.
- Adult and Industry-Focused Programs:
- Certificate IV in Business
- Certificate IV in Management
- Sports Management
- Coaching Courses
- Event Management
- Fundamentals in Entrepreneurship
- Trade Pathways: Fabrication, Air Conditioning, Fisheries, Marine Engineering, Tourism, and more
Key Features
Customised Upskilling
LARS Senior recognizes the transferable strengths of elite athletes, leadership, discipline, teamwork, and channels these into practical, market-driven skillsets. With a mix of in-person and hybrid learning, courses are accessible and directly relevant to today’s Fijian job market.
Partnership-Driven Success
Through a strategic partnership with FRU, LARS Senior reaches retiring athletes at a critical life juncture, providing support, mentorship, and targeted pathways that foster financial independence and community leadership. Collaboration with Fiji’s leading industry partners ensures every course is aligned with real workforce needs.
Career Pathways & Community Impact
Graduates are positioned to thrive in a range of new professions:
- Business leaders and managers
- Entrepreneurs and small business owners
- Professional coaches and sports administrators
- Event managers in tourism and hospitality
- Skilled tradespeople in high-demand sectors