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Personal Fitness Trainer
Program Overview


Degrees / Certificates Offered:
  Certificate - Personal Fitness Trainer

This program typically starts in Fall and Winter Quarters

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Program Description
This program is designed for people currently employed or seeking employment in the fitness industry, or individuals wanting a better understanding of health and fitness.

Benefits:
Completion of the program will prepare you for jobs working in the fitness industry both in a fitness facility and as a private trainer. You will be introduced to the National Federation of Professional Trainers (NFPT). This certifying agency offers a career and employment placement program with a nationwide network to assist successful candidates with job placement in the fitness industry.

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Degree & Certificate Requirements
Courses Listed Alphabetically | Typical Student Schedule
The Personal Fitness Trainer classes meet in the evening. Refer to the Quarterly Schedule for specific dates and times. One course is offered each quarter beginning with PFT 100 in fall quarter, followed by PFT 110 in winter, and PFT 120 in spring. With a fall quarter entry, students may complete the program in three consecutive quarters.
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Students may apply for a certificate upon completion and verification of all requirements and standards.

For more information see Requirements and Standards and Application Procedures

Program Outcomes
Graduates will be prepared to successfully pass the NFPT Personal Fitness Trainer Certification test. On a personal level, certification prepares an individual for a healthy lifestyle by giving them the tools to develop healthy lifestyle habits.

Application & Registration
Program application and admission are not required. Students may enroll in the program at the start of fall quarter. Instructor permission is required for program entry at other times.

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