Our certificate is a total of 316-hours that is to be completed over the course of 20-weeks.  Classes are offered twice a week, along with eight hours of study through Virtual Learning.  Our coursework includes exercise design and instruction. You will have the opportunity to work with the public on exercise activities, strength training and stretching, as well as fitness assessments.  You will be taught scope-of-practice, coaching skills and professionalism.

We will prepare you to:

• Identify the key elements of how the body reacts and adapts to exercise
• Identify the role that vitamins and minerals play in health and performance
• Demonstrate knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology, biomechanics and nutrition
• Develop communication and coaching skills
• Conduct and interpret fitness assessments for each component of physical fitness - energy balance in weight management, body composition and performance
• Discuss and design interventions for clients using relevant behavior modifications
• Develop appropriate exercise programs within their scope of practice
• Sit for the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) exam

Additionally, you have the option to complete a seven-week internship at a local fitness center.

Funding may be available for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and VA participants.

Federal regulations require that the College disclose specific gainful employment information about this program. This link will provide you with information on completion rates and placement, program costs and median loan debt.