Personal Trainer Certificate

Passionate about fitness and working out? When you think about life after high school, do you imagine yourself working a typical nine to five gig, suited in business attire with briefcase or PDA in hand? Or, do you imagine yourself in a more flexible environment, where you have more control over your work hours and the dress code is all about comfort.

If you're committed to a healthy lifestyle and if you really, really like to work with people, check out what you can do with a career as a personal trainer and prepare to sit for the nationally-recognized ACE exam.

No, you don't need to already be buff ... no a six-pack is not required, but you do need to be motivated and committed.

You will learn ...

How to be technically proficient as a personal trainer, as well as the theoretical and business components you need to begin and advance in this career field. Plan for extensive reading and study outside of class, especially if you intend to take the ACE Exam. The ACE Trainer's Manual is our core text, and you can expect to master the following concepts:

• Explain the basics and benefits of exercise
• Discuss client expectations and how to address them
• Demonstrate safe and appropriate use of gym equipment
• Describe salesmanship and client retention
• Define professional and ethical business practices