Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, IHE Certificate of Completion
Method of Delivery
Hybrid or blended
When offered
Daytime Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
The Fitness Trainer/ Instructor certificate provides students with a cross-disciplinary foundation in the fields of exercise science, sports nutrition, wellness and first aid as applied to personal training and group fitness programming and instruction. It is an ideal path for students needing ACE exam review preparation, for those planning to pursue a bachelor's degree in a similar area of study, or for current professionals seeking to update and enhance their knowledge and skills.
Credit Hours Required: 16
∞Note: This program can be completed entirely online.
Program Requirements
EXW 100M - Foundations of Mind-Body Exercise Credits: 1
EXW 130H - Weight Management Credits: 3
EXW 152 - Personal Health and Wellness Credits: 3
EXW 157 - Performance Nutrition Credits: 3
EXW 251 - Integrated and Applied Exercise Science Credits: 3
EXW 252 - ACE Personal Trainer Preparation Credits: 3
Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Fitness Trainer/Instructor Certificate program, the learner will be able to:
Use F.I.T.T.E. and strength training principles to develop and evaluate the effectiveness of programs for individuals and/or groups that will enhance the five components of fitness.
Explain the acute and chronic effects and adaptations of exercise on the cardiovascular and musculoskeletal system.
Describe how behavior modification strategies apply to the relationship between diet and exercise within the scope of practice of a personal trainer.
Explain medical procedures as they relate to exercise.
Integrate mind-body components into the design of personal training sessions.
Details
Hours
16
Entrance Requirements
None
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
Yes
Training Location(s)
Prescott
Local WIB
12 - ARIZONA@WORK - Yavapai County
Name of Credential
Fitness Trainer/Instructor Certificate
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
FAFSA, varies
Refund Policy
https://www.yc.edu/v6/business-office/bills.html
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - https://www.hlcommission.org/
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$800.00
In-State Tuition
$1,728.00
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$6,032.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$2,528.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$6,832.00
