Certificate III in Fitness SIS30310

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Exercise instructors work in a variety of settings and are largely responsible for the implementation and supervision of members and clients during exercise programs conducted on the gym floor.

Course Outcomes

Exercise instructors conduct screenings of new members/clients and assess their fitness using a variety of methods. They also teach the correct exercise technique for all aspects of fitness and use an array of exercise equipment to achieve results.

The FIAFitnation Exercise Instructor Course has been developed to promote high levels of competence in fitness industry practitioners. This course is a perfect fit for those students who wish to develop their knowledge and skills in the delivery and instruction of exercise programs and move towards Personal Training. It prepares the student to work on the fitness centre floor with confidence.

Study Mode

The Certificate III in Fitness is offered as flexible delivery and can be completed as campus based delivery with both part time and full time intensives in combination with our world-class online student campus. Students can also complete the Certificate III in Fitness by online learning in combination with practical intensive workshops.

All students complete a workplace assessment. Campus based intensives are offered every month while online students can enrol at any time.

Entry Requirements

A healthy interest in fitness is all that is required to start a rewarding career in fitness. School leavers to mature age students are encouraged to apply.

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Course Structure*

Subject Subject Code
Foundations of Exercise Science FIT 301
Client Screening and Health assessment FIT 302
Nutrition and Health Management FIT 303
Planning and Instructing Exercise FIT 304
Exercise for Special Populations FIT 305

*Senior First Aid certification is a compulsory requirement for the Certificate III.

Competencies Covered

Units of Competency Unit Code
Provide fitness orientation and health screening SISFFIT301A
Provide quality service in the fitness industry SISFFIT302A
Develop and apply an awareness of specific populations to exercise delivery SISFFIT303A
Apply anatomy and physiology principles in a fitness context SISFFIT305A
Provide healthy eating information to clients in accordance with recommended guidelines SISFFIT306A
Maintain sport and recreation equipment for activities SISXFAC201A
Work effectively in sport and recreation environments SISXIND101A
Follow occupational health and safety policies SISXOHS101A
Undertake risk analysis of activities SISXRSK301A
Apply first aid HLTFA301C
Instruct and monitor fitness programs SISFFIT304A
Undertake client health assessment SISFFIT307A
Plan and deliver gym programs SISFFIT308A
Plan and deliver endurance training programs SISFFIT312A
Instruct strength and conditioning techniques SISSTC301A