Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, translation missing: en.activerecord.attributes.program_credential_type.other
Method of Delivery
Hybrid or blended
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Description: Complete this certificate to work as a personal trainer, group fitness instructor or to prepare for the national personal trainer certification.
Competencies:
- Determine motivational readiness of client.
- Determine risk, stratify clients, and assess physical fitness.
- Develop individualized training programs for strength training and cardiovascular fitness.
- Demonstrate and modify exercise to improve functional capacity.
- Identify professional and legal responsibilities.
Total cost: (Tabulated after all other pricing is complete—in-state & out-of-state). $1999.50 (add up to $435 for national certifying exam = $2,434.50)
Out-of-state $5,322 (add up to $435 for national certifying exam = $5,757)
List of books: (Most programs we use this phrase: Each course has a required textbook indicated in the course syllabus. Cost is approximately $xxx. For information contact program: 520-206-xxxx) $452
List of supplies required: (Includes approximate costs. Needed for total cost calculation). N/A
WIOA contact: Sharon Macias; smacias3@pima.edu; 520-724-7653
Website link: https://www.pima.edu/academics-programs/degrees-certificates/health-sciences/fitness-wellness/fitness-professional-cert/index.html
Additional information:
Background check required: None
Other requirements needed: May need to show proof of CPR/AED for employment
Refund policy: https://pima.edu/paying-for-college/paying-your-bill/refunds.html
Credentials:
Industry-recognized: Y/N; Yes – national certification exams recognized by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA)
Stackable: Y/N; career pathway: Yes; AA
Portable: Y/N; explain: Training is recognized throughout the United States.
Credential Attainment Rate: This is a new program. In 12 months, we will document how many people participated in the program. In 24 months, we will document how many people completed the program and how many people earned certifications.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
16
Hours
18
Entrance Requirements
None
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
No
Training Location(s)
West Campus, Tucson, Arizona
Local WIB
6 - ARIZONA@WORK - Pima
Name of Credential
Fitness Professional Certificate
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
https://pima.edu/paying-for-college/financial-aid/index.html
Refund Policy
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
No
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)
$452.00
Testing/Exam Fees
$435.00 $200-$435 (depends on the exam and organization)
In-State Tuition
$1,507.50
Other Fees
$25.00 Course fee
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$4,830.00
Registration Fee
$15.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$2,434.50
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$5,757.00
