This training program combines a two course training track:
This Program elaborates on all major aspects of preventative rehabilitation and fitness programs. We provide students with the information necessary to address the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA) set forth by ACSM. The contributions of experts in the field are featured, showcasing their expertise in physiology, kinesiology, fitness, cardiology, pulmonary medicine, and epidemiology. The content of this course comprises both theoretical and practical physiological concepts, with related examples of exercise testing, training, and programming.
The Job Outlook
Employment of fitness trainers and instructors is expected to grow by 10 percent from 2016 to 2026, faster than the average for all occupations. As businesses and insurance organizations continue to recognize the benefits of health and fitness programs for their employees, incentives to join gyms or other types of health clubs is expected to increase the need for fitness trainers and instructors. Some businesses may even decide to open their own onsite facility to decrease the need for their employees to travel for exercise.
Personal Fitness Trainer – Level 1 (270 Hours)
Personal Fitness Trainer – Level 1 contains essential information for students interested in a career as a personal trainer. This course provides an introduction to the profession along with coverage of exercise physiology, biomechanics, anatomy, motor learning, and nutrition. In this Personal Fitness Trainer – Level 1 course you will learn how to establish goals for clients and assess strength, flexibility, and risk as well as develop resistance, cardiorespiratory and flexibility training programs. Learn to be a Personal Trainer and change people's lives!.
After completing this course, you should be able to:
Personal Fitness Trainer Level 2 (270 Hours)
Personal Fitness Trainer - Level 2 prepares you to take the ACSM's certification exam. This course elaborates on all major aspects of preventative rehabilitation and fitness programs. We provide students with the information necessary to address the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA) set forth by ACSM. The contributions of experts in the field are featured, showcasing their expertise in physiology, kinesiology, fitness, cardiology, pulmonary medicine, and epidemiology. The content of this course comprises both theoretical and practical physiological concepts, with related examples of exercise testing, training, and programming.
After completing this course, you should be able to:
Prerequisite: Personal Fitness Trainer - Level 1
Personal Fitness Trainer Module 1
Introduction to the Field and Profession of Personal Training
Personal Fitness Trainer Module 2
Anatomy, Kinesiology and Biomechanical Principles
Personal Fitness Trainer Module 3
Exercise Physiology and Nutrition
Personal Fitness Trainer Module 4
Behavior Change and Client Focus
Personal Fitness Trainer Module 5
Coaching and Initial Client Consultation
Personal Fitness Trainer Module 6
Screening and Fitness Assessments
Personal Fitness Trainer Module 7
Program Design and Resistance Training Programs
Personal Fitness Trainer Module 8
Cardiorespiratory and Flexibility Programs
Personal Fitness Trainer Module 9
Functional Movement Assessments and Session Components
Personal Fitness Trainer Module 10
Program Options and Special Populations
Personal Fitness Trainer Module 11
Business Planning and Legal Issues
Personal Fitness Trainer Module 1
Physical Activity and Preexercise Evaluation
Personal Fitness Trainer Module 2
Health-Related Physical Fitness Testing and Interpretation
Personal Fitness Trainer Module 3
Clinical Exercise Testing and Interpretation
Personal Fitness Trainer Module 4
General Principles of Exercise Population
Personal Fitness Trainer Module 5
Exercise Prescription for Healthy Populations with Special Considerations
Personal Fitness Trainer Module 6
Environmental Considerations for Exercise Prescription
Personal Fitness Trainer Module 7
Exercise for Cardiac, Peripheral, Cerebrovascular, and Pulmonary Disease
Personal Fitness Trainer Module 8
Exercise for Metabolic Disease and Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors
Personal Fitness Trainer Module 9
Populations with Other Chronic Diseases and Health Conditions
Personal Fitness Trainer Module 10
Behavioral Theories and Strategies for Promoting Exercise
**Outlines are subject to change, as courses and materials are updated.**
Certification
Personal Fitness Trainer-Level 1
Upon successful completion of our Personal Fitness Trainer Level 1 and 2 courses, students will be prepared for an entry-level position as a Personal Fitness Trainer in a health & fitness setting and will be prepared to sit for the ACSM national certification exam to become a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT).
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