This certificate is designed for students interested in the field of personal training and fitness instruction. Students completing this certification will learn the fundamentals of exercise science, theory and application techniques for various modes of fitness training, how to perform fitness assessments, the effects of social, psychological, and behavioral factors on training, basics of sports nutrition, and how to create personalized training programs. Upon completion of this certification program, students will be prepared for entry-level personal training and fitness specialist positions in fitness clubs, health and wellness centers, educational institutes, and community establishments. Courses in this program also prepare students to further their certification through the nationally recognized, American Council on Exercise (ACE).
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This program not aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills of fitness, health and wellness, not only for themselves but also as an opportunity to work as a personal trainer. Upon completion of this certificate, students will be well prepare to continue their certification through the American Council of Exercise (ACE), a globally recognized certifying body for personal training, if they desire
Course | Title | Units | Year/Semester (Y1 or S1) |
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KNES210 | Theory and Techniques of Personal Training | 3 | Y1 |
KNES212 | Profession of Personal Training | 2 | Y1 |
HE2 | First Aide, CPR, and Automated Defibrillator | 1.5 | Y1 |
Successful completion will include listed core courses and one or more restricted electives from Kinesiology - Fitness course list.
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