CES 9767 - Personal Fitness Trainer Certification

Join the Personal Fitness Training field and be a part of what ABC News.com states as the fourth hottest job in the US. If you're looking for a new career, get the training you need to become a Certified Personal Trainer. This challenging course is taught over a 5-week period and consists of 15 hours of lecture and 15 hours of practical application. The national exam is held the 6th week of class. Course topics include: biomechanics, exercise physiology, fitness testing, equipment usage and health assessment. Certification requires passing the written and practical exam, completing a 20-hour internship and having current CPR credentials. At the last class meeting, students need to be available for the entire class duration, but may not be on-site the entire time. One hour lunch not included in CEU total.