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Personal Trainer Certificate

Personal Trainers will acquire an academic foundation in the fundamental principles of exercise and nutrition, and a basic understanding of human anatomy and physiology. Practical skill training will focus on the development of expertise in fitness assessment, creative health and fitness programming, biomechanically sound exercise techniques, training methodology, lifestyle change prescription, personalized exercise leadership and business practices.

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Program Requirements
BIOL 108 Essentials of Anatomy & Physiology (4)
BUS 101 Introduction to Modern Business (3)
COL 104 Leadership Development (2)
FRESP 101 First Responder (3)
HLTH 101 Health and Wellness (2)
PES 215 Group Fitness Instructor Training (3)
PES 220 Fitness Assessment/Program Design (3)
PES 225 Weight Training:Theory and Application (2)
PES 230 Nutrition for Sports & Exercise (3)
PES 235 Athletic Training Techniques (3)
PES 250 Introduction to Biomechanics (3))
PES 298 Internship Seminar (1)
PES 299 Internship for Personal Trainers (3)

 

Program Total: 35 credits

PSC Fitness Trainer with member working out on treadmill