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Fitness Instructor Program - Certificate III in Fitness
SIS30321
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About the Course
The Fitness Instructor Program – Certificate III in Fitness SIS30321 offered by the National Health & Fitness Academy is designed to launch aspiring fitness professionals into a rewarding career. This nationally recognised qualification equips students with the essential skills to work as Gym or Group Fitness Instructors. Participants will engage in a blend of face-to-face coaching in real gym environments and online theoretical learning, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of exercise science, anatomy, and client engagement strategies.
Throughout the course, learners will master key competencies such as conducting client fitness assessments, designing safe and effective exercise programs, and providing nutritional guidance. The program emphasises practical experience, allowing students to apply their knowledge in real-world settings while developing the confidence needed to inspire and motivate clients. With a focus on both individual and group instruction, graduates will be well-prepared to support diverse fitness needs and contribute positively to the health and wellness of their communities.
By choosing the Fitness Instructor Program – Certificate III in Fitness, students are not only gaining a qualification but also joining a supportive community of like-minded individuals and experienced coaches. This course serves as a stepping stone for those looking to advance further in the fitness industry, paving the way for future opportunities in personal training and beyond. Enquire to learn more.
To be eligible to study this course, applicants must meet the following entry requirements:
- Year 10 certificate or equivalent and/or,
- Be at least 16 years of age and/or,
- Permanent Australian resident or equivalent and/or,
- Access to a computer and stable Internet connection.
In the Fitness Instructor Program – Certificate III in Fitness course, the subjects students may study include:
- SISFFIT032 – Complete pre-exercise screening and service orientation
- SISFFIT033 – Complete client fitness assessments
- SISFFIT035 – Plan group exercise sessions
- SISFFIT036 – Instruct group exercise sessions
- SISFFIT040 – Develop and instruct gym-based exercise programs for individual clients
- SISFFIT047 – Use anatomy and physiological knowledge to support safe and effective exercise
- SISFFIT052 – Provide healthy eating information
- BSBOPS304 – Deliver and monitor a service to customers
- HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid
- HLTWHS001 – Participate in workplace health and safety
- SISXFAM002 – Process financial transactions
- SISFFIT037 – Develop and instruct group movement programs for children
- SISFFIT053 – Support healthy eating for individual fitness clients
- SISFFIT051 – Establish and maintain professional practice for fitness instruction
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