The fitness coach certificate program will allow students to gain the basic skills of working within a fitness facility while preparing them for various general capacities within a fitness facility that require less technical ability than more independent positions. Completion of the certificate requirements will prepare students with entry level knowledge regarding the modern state of health and fitness, define the varying scopes of practice in the fitness industry, and give prospective to differentiate evidence-based practices from fitness fads and myths. To earn a certificate of achievement, a student must complete each course used to meet a certificate requirement with a grade of “C” or higher.
We project 5 - 10 students to earn this certificate annually.
This entry level certificate provides an opportunity to be more inclusive and equitable for all students in search of general employment within the fitness industry. The existing 24-unit certificate of achievement in personal training is too much for some students to commit to – they need something more condensed.This program enhancement was suggested by the program advisory committee to help meet their needs and the needs of students/potential employees. This certificate of achievement contains some of the core courses of the persona training certificate while requiring less units. This will provide knowledge and skills necessary for entry level employment in various general capacities within a fitness facility that require less technical ability than more independent positions. The intent is to capture more students who are exploring the industry with a less intimidating option.
This entry level certificate provides an opportunity to be more inclusive and equitable for all students in search of general employment within the fitness industry. The existing 24-unit certificate of achievement in personal training is too much for some students to commit to – they need something more condensed.This program enhancement was suggested by the program advisory committee to help meet their needs and the needs of students/potential employees. This certificate of achievement contains some of the core courses of the persona training certificate while requiring less units. This will provide knowledge and skills necessary for entry level employment in various general capacities within a fitness facility that require less technical ability than more independent positions. The intent is to capture more students who are exploring the industry with a less intimidating option.
Program Learning Outcomes | |
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1 | Define the varying roles and responsibilities within the fitness industry. |
2 | Create evidence-based fitness goals and programs for clients. |
3 | Describe the scope of practice for the various careers and their tasks within the fitness industry. |
Course | Title | Units | Year/Semester (Y1 or S1) |
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Required courses: | |||
KINES-100 | Fitness and Wellness | 1 | Y1 |
KINES-240 | Principles of Optimizing Human Performance | 3 | Y1 |
KINES-242 | Exercise Techniques and Fitness Assessment | 1 | Y1 |
KINES-250 | Professional Aspects of Personal Training | 3 | Y1 |
KINES-254 | Practice Experience in Personal Training and Fitness Instruction I | 4 | Y1 |
plus 1 unit from: | |||
KNACT-110A | Beginning Hatha Yoga | 1 | Y1 |
KNACT-110B | Intermediate Hatha Yoga | 1 | Y1 |
KNACT-110C | Advanced Hatha Yoga | 1 | Y1 |
KNACT-114A | Beginning Stretch and Yoga for Sports | 1 | Y1 |
KNACT-114B | Intermediate Stretch and Yoga for Sports | 1 | Y1 |
KNACT-122A | Beginning Body Sculpt | 1 | Y1 |
KNACT-124A | Beginning Hips, Thighs, and Abs | 1 | Y1 |
KNACT-124B | Intermediate Hips, Thighs, and Abs | 1 | Y1 |
KNACT-128A | Beginning Cardio Kickboxing | 1 | Y1 |
KNACT-128B | Intermediate Cardio Kickboxing | 1 | Y1 |
KNACT-140 | Indoor Cycling | 1 | Y1 |
KNACT-144A | Beginning Super Circuit | 1 | Y1 |
KNACT-144B | Intermediate Super Circuit | 1 | Y1 |
Total minimum required units: | 13 |
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