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Personal Training, Cert.

Personal Training, Cert.
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Acquire the skills, knowledge, and credentials you need for a successful career in personal training and wellness coaching. Serving as a foundational stepping stone, this program paves the way for pursuing professional degrees in related disciplines such as Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine.

Throughout this certificate program, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of exercise principles, nutrition and client assessment techniques, preparing you for industry-recognized certification exams, including the ACE Certified Personal Trainer exam and the ACE Health and Wellness Coach exam.

Upon successful completion of the program and obtaining the certifications mentioned above, you will be qualified for various career opportunities in fitness centers, gyms, health clubs and wellness centers. Many personal trainers and wellness coaches also opt for independent work, offering personalized training and coaching sessions either in person or through virtual platforms.

Curriculum: Required Courses

Total Credits:
23

Course Sequencing

Certificate Program – Required Courses

Item #
Title
Credits
HFIT100M
ACE Personal Trainer Exam Review
1
HFIT105M
Essentials of Exercise Science
3
HFIT109M
Nutrition for Health Fitness Professionals
3
HFIT111M
Introduction to Health Fitness Professions
3
HFIT112M
Effective Consultation Skills
2
HFIT113M
Applied Exercise Physiology
4
HFIT114M
Nutrition for Health Fitness Professionals Lab
1
HFIT135M
Functional Assessment and Restorative Exercise
3
HFIT213M
Resistance Training
3
Total Credits:
23

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