Personal Trainer Certification

Come join this fun profession and be a part of what Fortune Magazine & ABC NEWS.com states as the 4th hottest job in the U.S. at a national average of $34 an hour.  Employers like 24 Hour Fitness, LA Fitness and Gold's Gyms are just a few of the club groups that seek out our graduates.  Whether a career move or for your own personal knowledge, get all the information you need to become a Certified Personal Trainer. 

This challenging course is taught over a 8-week period for better retention and skill competency. The National Exam is held on the 9th week. This course is formatted as a 62-hour program and is comprised of:

• 16 hours of lecture
• 16 hours of hands on practical training
• 30-hour internship that networks many graduates right into a job

The course prepares you for success with key topics that include

• biomechanics
• exercise physiology
• fitness testing
• equipment usage
• health assessment

W.I.T.S. is the only major certifying body in the country providing comprehensive practical training and internship components. Textbook is required and not included in course fees.* Call to order and start reading immediately 888-330-9487 {www.witseducation.com}

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Graduation from high school or a General Education Development (GED) Certificate
• CPR/AED is needed to receive the certificate.

Learning Outcomes

After successfully completing this course, students will be able to:

1. Understand and describe basic anatomy, kinesiology and exercise physiology.
2. Assess an individual's level of fitness using ACSM guidelines.
3. Design and customize exercise programs.
4. Demonstrate proper execution of resistance, cardiorespiratory and flexibility exercises.
5. Identify and demonstrate at least one strength exercise for every major muscle group.
6. Explain ACSM and AHA recommendations for cardiovascular exercise.

Tuition

$749 (includes fees for practicum at health club)

W.I.T.S. is an approved CEU provider for the Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers (BOC), the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB), Veterans Training and Education, the International Association of Continuing Education and Training (IACET). The American Council on Education (ACE) has recommended 3 undergraduate academic credits for this course. For more information on receiving ACE credit, see the W.I.T.S. website.