Personal Trainer Certificate

Make a difference in the lives of others by helping individuals improve their health through physical fitness. This program will teach you to assess individual fitness levels and create customized plans to help clients achieve personal fitness goals. The course is comprised of a combination of classroom lecture and hands-on training in our on-site fitness center.

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Prerequisites

High school diploma or equivalent. Working knowledge of computers and access to a computer and the Internet are required.

What You’ll Learn

• Basics of human anatomy
• Exercise physiology
• Nutrition
• Principles of motivation
• Behavior change
• Building client rapport
• American Heart Association Heartsaver® CPR AED training
• HIPAA security and privacy

Hands-on Training

• Developing a fully-customized exercise program for clients
• Demonstrating the proper usage of fitness machines and equipment
• Utilizing appropriate exercise guidelines and spotting techniques

Certification Prep

This four-month, 58-hour certificate program will assist you in preparing for the American Council on Exercise Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) exam.

Employment Locations

• Commercial gym
• Fitness center
• Specialized training center

Financial Aid Options

• Payment Plans
• MyCAA
• VA Education Benefits
• Education Loans