Personal Fitness Trainer, Certificate

Learning Outcomes

• Practice effective oral and written communication skills, including listening and accurate documentation.
• Explain and employ principles of professionalism and best practices relevant to the personal training industry.
• Apply evidence-based health and fitness knowledge in teaching safe, effective, and individualized exercise programs to diverse populations.
• Identify and practice all legal and ethical behaviors relevant to personal training settings.
• Apply sound business and marketing principles in a fitness setting.
• Be prepared for successful completion of a nationally recognized personal trainer certification (e.g. ACSM-CPT, NSCA-CPT, NASM, etc.).

Important Notes

• This information does not substitute for meeting with a faculty adviser.
• Students must achieve a cumulative 2.0 GPA in required courses.
• Not all classes are offered every quarter or at night.
• Being a personal trainer requires a high level of physical activity, including standing for extended periods of time, demonstrating exercises, and spotting.  Ability to lift a minimum of 40 pounds is essential.  For more details please visit www.wois.org

Requirements

Total Program Credits: 45 credits