PED 7F Fitness Certification Preparation

Lecture-based and hands-on course for students interested in pursuing a certification as a personal trainer or group exercise instructor. Students will learn basic functional anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, goal-setting, fitness recommendations, fitness principles, water/food intake, and a variety of other topics. Students will practice and demonstrate a variety of exercises using the correct form and technique, create exercise programs, and learn proper cueing. Case-studies of clients will be utilized so students are ready to train a variety of clients.  This course will help prepare students to take a national certification such as ACSM, NASM, AFAA, NCSF, etc.  For an additional fee, students can pay to take the certification exam for the certification of their choice.

Credits

1

Distribution

PED