PERSONAL FITNESS TRAINER

About the Course

This is both a theoretical and practical module; however 60 percent of this module constitutes the practice of the practical component. The course format comprises of interactive live lectures and/or videotape material, depending on the subject matter.

This module is offered as a part-time or as a compact module.

The part-time module is offered once a year with lectures held early evenings, twice a week, during the week for approximately 3 months. The compact module is offered once a year and lectures held from 08h00 to 17h00 for 2 weeks.

Outcome of Course

After successfully completing this theory and practically based module, the learner will be competent and eligible to practice as a Personal Fitness Trainer, designing and developing individual training programs for special populations, general public as well as high performance athletes.

Prior Learning Required

• Level 1 Certification – Exercise Science or equivalent allied health field degree / diploma

Course Syllabus

• Client Screening and Fitness Assessment
• Sub-maximal Ergometry
• Results Tabulation and Prescriptions Methodology
• Cardiovascular and Resistance Training
• Postural Stabilizers
• Special Populations – Aged, Arthritis, Cardiac Rehab
• CWE – Closed Working Environment
• Stretching and Flexibility
• Sports Nutrition and Sports Injuries
• Communication and Business Skill

Exams

• Written examination? Case Study? Practical examination ?Internship hours
• ?Thesis
• ?Pass Mark 60%

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