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- Learning MethodOnline + Mentor OR Online + In Campus
- IntakesStart anytime
- LocationsAustralia Wide
- Duration18 months
Course Overview
Career Outcomes:
- Personal Trainer
- Personal Training Franchises:
- Group Exercise Instructor
Are you eager to kickstart a rewarding career in fitness? Our Fast Track Personal Training Course, inclusive of the SIS40221 Certificate IV in Fitness, offers you a streamlined pathway to become a qualified Personal Trainer and Group Exercise Instructor. In this comprehensive program, you’ll harness the knowledge, skills, and practical experience necessary for success in the fitness industry.
The course unfolds in two key phases. First, you’ll tackle the theoretical aspects online, gaining a firm grasp of anatomy, physiology, and nutrition, ensuring you’re equipped with up-to-date knowledge. Next comes the hands-on, face-to-face component, conducted within real gyms under the guidance of experienced professionals. This practical immersion sets you apart, guaranteeing a nationally recognized qualification upon completion.
Upon graduation, you’ll be a fully qualified Personal Trainer and Group Exercise Instructor, opening doors to diverse career options.
Before enrolling in the SIS40221 Certificate IV in Fitness, you must demonstrate competency in specific units, available through the SIS30321 Certificate III in Fitness. Additional prerequisites include first aid certification, educational qualifications, minimum age of 16, Australian residency, and a Working with Children Check where required.
Your journey to becoming a qualified Fast Track Personal Trainer and Group Exercise Instructor begins here. Join us and pave your way to a thriving fitness career!
Job Outcomes
- Personal Trainer
- Health Clubs
- Personal Training Franchises
- Your Own Personal Training Business
- Community Fitness Settings
- Group Exercise Instructor
Prerequisite & Entry Criteria
Mandatory Local Entry Requirements
Before commencing SIS40221 Certificate IV in Fitness, students are required to complete and be deemed competent in the below units of competency (or superseded units), which are available as part of the SIS30321 Certificate III in Fitness.
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid (or a unit that supersedes this unit)
HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety.
SISFFIT032 Complete pre-exercise screening and service orientation
SISFFIT033 Complete client fitness assessments
SISFFIT035 Plan group exercise sessions
SISFFIT036 Instruct group exercise sessions.
SISFFIT040 Develop and instruct gym-based exercise programs for individual clients.
SISFFIT047 Use anatomy and physiology knowledge to support safe and effective exercise.
SISFFIT052 Provide healthy eating information.
Education:
You’ll need to have completed year 10 or equivalent (i.e., a qualification at Certificate II level or higher, or 2 years of industry experience in a role that requires the use of written documentation and communication).
Resources Required
For the online part of the course, you may need regular access to:
Computer: Laptop or desktop computer with working speakers or headphone points.
Internet: High-speed internet such as Broadband or ADSL, T1/T2, fibre optic (Dial-up access is not recommended).
Mobile Phone with video capability or Video Camera: Some assessments in your course will require you to take and submit videos of you undertaking tasks for assessment.
Office Equipment: Printer and scanner to print and upload some of your assessments.
Internet Browser: Google Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Internet Explorer 11.
Software: Flash, Adobe Reader, Microsoft Word (or Open Office which is free to download).
Minimum Age:
You need to be at least 16. If you’re under 18, a parent or guardian will need to sign your enrolment form.
Residency Status:
You need to be a permanent Australian resident or equivalent.
Subjects
SISFFIT049 Use exercise science principles in fitness instruction.
CHCCOM006 Establish and manage client relationships.
SISFFIT041 Develop personalized exercise programs.
SISFFIT042 Instruct personalized exercise sessions.
SISFFIT043 Develop and instruct personalized exercise programs for body composition goals.
SISFFIT044 Develop and instruct personalized exercise programs for older clients.
SISFFIT045 Develop and instruct personalized exercise programs for adolescent clients.
SISFFIT051 Establish and maintain professional practice for fitness instruction.
SISFFIT050 Support exercise behavior change
SISFFIT053 Support healthy eating for individual fitness clients.
SISFFIT034 Assess client movement and provide exercise advice.
SISFFIT046 Plan and instruct online exercise sessions.
BSBESB401 Research and develop business plans.
BSBESB404 Market new business ventures
SISXCAI010 Develop strength and conditioning programs.
SISXCAI009 Instruct strength and conditioning techniques.
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
Fees
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Fees for this course depend on the payment method and any existing promotions available with Australian Institute of Personal Trainers (AIPT).
Always remember to enquire about any:
- Discounts
- Payment Plans
which may be available.
Please note: This is a fee-for-service program.
*Payment plan total is $100 deposit + 78 weekly payments. The Australian Institute of Personal Trainers uses the direct debiting services of Debitsuccess on payment plans. Payment plans will incur a $12 establishment fee, charged with the first instalment, plus a 3.63% transaction fee on each transaction. Weekly payment amount provided is already inclusive of the transaction fee.
About the Institution
Australian Institute of Personal Trainers (RTO 32363) is an industry leader in fitness education. Since starting in 1999, AIPT now has a network of over 100 Campuses and 250 Mentors around the nation. Boasting the largest network of locations, AIPT offers a leading level of convenience to anyone from anywhere in Australia. AIPT is also accredited by Fitness Australia and is a member of the Independent Tertiary Education Council Australia (ITECA).
Why choose AIPT?
When you study with AIPT you have access to:
Dedicated student support – Access to a dedicated team of Support Officers to make the transition into study as smooth as possible.
Largest network of locations – We have the industry’s largest network of gyms across Australia, ensuring we’re in your area.
Learn in Real Gyms with Real Fitness Professionals – Benefit from practical learning and hands-on experience, learning in a real gym environment, mentored by real fitness professionals.
Australian Institute of Personal Trainers is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO – 32363)