Certificate III in Fitness

Certificate III in Fitness

Overview:
Kickstart your journey in the fitness industry with the Certificate III in Fitness. This nationally recognized qualification equips you to become a 'fitness instructor', enabling you to assess, train, and supervise clients in fitness centers and gyms.

Key Features:

1. Expert Trainers:

   • Learn from highly qualified trainers who are active in the industry.
   • Benefit from their real-world insights and experiences.

2. State-of-the-Art Facilities:

   • Train in quality commercial fitness facilities through ALG's partnership with the Fitness and Lifestyle Group, including renowned gyms like Fitness First and Goodlife Health Clubs.

3. Updated Learning Materials:

   • Access the latest learning content through a mix of written materials, videos, interactive online sessions, and PowerPoint-driven activities.

Study Mode:

• Duration: 39 weeks.
• Training: 14 hours of classroom training per week and 6 hours of self-paced study.
• Training & Assessment: Classroom learning in theory rooms and working gyms, role-plays, program creation, self-paced learning, written assessments, and a first aid course.
• Assessment Methods: Projects, role-plays, case studies, observations, and short answer questions in a simulated workplace environment.
• Practical Classes: Half of the study program in a working gym, including tasks like a log book and practical exam.

Training Locations:
On-campus and within the gym.

• No prior fitness skills or experience needed.
• International students must be 18+, have completed Year 10 or equivalent, and pass the Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) online test.
• IELTS 5.5 (or equivalent), with no individual band under 5.0;

Course Requirements:

• Appropriate gym attire and shoes for practical classes.
• Towel, sun protection, and water bottle.
• Laptop or desktop with Microsoft Office.
• It's recommended to bring laptops or tablet devices to class for a streamlined assessment experience.

• Employment as a gym or group instructor in fitness or leisure facilities.
• Pathway to the Certificate IV in Fitness.
• Attainment of a First Aid Certificate.

Modules:

1. Client Screening and Nutrition Advice: Understand client screening importance, plan group exercise sessions, and provide nutrition advice.
2. Exercise Delivery and Instruction: Apply anatomy and physiology knowledge to develop and instruct quality exercise programs.
3. Maximise Workplace Priorities: Grasp Work Health & Safety, manage work priorities, and provide quality service in team settings.
4. Business Best Practice and Risk Management: Learn about first aid, support workplace relationships, sustainable work practices, and risk management.

Conclusion:
The Certificate III in Fitness is a comprehensive program designed to provide students with the foundational skills and knowledge required to thrive in the fitness industry. With hands-on training, expert guidance, and state-of-the-art facilities, students are well-prepared to embark on a rewarding career in fitness.