PFT 140 - Fitness Center Internship I

4 Credits

Students will apply their personal training skills and knowledge in a practical setting by serving an internship in the Highline College Fitness Center.

Instructor Permission Required Yes
Course Note Intended for 1st year PFT students.
FeesFC HD

Quarters Typically Offered
Fall Day
Winter Day
Spring Day

Designed to Serve Intended for 1st year PFT students.
Active Date 20210403T10:09:40

Grading System Decimal Grade
Variable Credit Yes Range 1-4
Internship Yes
Class Limit 25
Contact Hours: Lecture 22 Worksite 66
Total Contact Hours 88
Degree Distributions:
ProfTech Course Yes
Course Outline

Developing Cllent Goals and Expectations
Time Management
Exercise Program Planning
Documentation of Experience

Student Learning Outcomes
Design and implement individualized, appropriate, and progressive exercise plans based on client needs and goals.

Demonstrate appropriate interpersonal communication and motivational skills.

Determine needs, goals, and contraindiations through client consultation.

Assess client fitness level using evaluation techniques for flexibility, movement, strength, and aerobic fitness.

Document client progress through proper record keeping and regular assessment.