Australian Institute of Personal Trainers
Certificate III in Fitness
- Please note: This is a fee-for-service program
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Course Information
If you are passionate about planning and delivering exercise programs that help clients reach their health and fitness goals, becoming a nationally qualified Group Exercise Instructor and Gym Instructor is for you.
- 23.5 hours of practical experience in a real gym
- 15 course units to complete
- Complete one course unit every 3 weeks to graduate in 12 months
Studying the Certificate III in Fitness is flexible and you can tailor it to suit your needs.
The course is broken down into two parts:
1. Practical
Practical elements of the course can be undertaken in one of two ways:
1-to-1 Flexible Mentor
- Matched with one of our qualified Personal Trainers who will mentor you inside a real club
- Enjoy the flexibility of arranging your own timetable
- Complete 23.5 hours of face-to-face practical learning with your Mentor
Mentor of Your Choice
If you already know a Personal Trainer, we could approve them to be your Mentor to guide you through the practical components of your course.
- Complete 23.5 hours of face-to-face practical learning at a club of your choice
2. Theoretical
Study the theoretical elements of this course anywhere and anytime through our online learning platform.
- 15 course units to complete
- Complete one course unit every 3 weeks to graduate in 12 months.
Subjects
Payment Option
Career Pathway
- Gym Instructor
- Grop Exercise Instructor
Course Features
The Certificate III in Fitness includes a Group Exercise Instructor skillset as a core component of this course.
- 23.5 hours of industry practical experience
- Receive the skill set SISSS00128 Group Exercise Leader as a core component of this course
- Gain access to an exercise library and video learning units
- Assess client movement and provide exercise advice
- Develop and instruct gym-based exercise programs for individual clients
- Maintain sport, fitness and recreation facilities
Professional Recognition
This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia
Eligibility
While there are no formal entry requirements for the Certificate III in Fitness, you will need:
First Aid
You must obtain HLTAID011 Provide First Aid from an external provider. This cost is not included in your course fee; however, AIPT has an agreement with Red Cross Australia (RTO 3605) to provide first-aid training to our students at a reduced price. You can choose to take advantage of this arrangement or pursue this unit of competency via another training provider.
Education
You’ll need to have completed year 10 or equivalent (i.e., a qualification at Certificate II level or higher, or 2 years of industry experience in a role that requires the use of written documentation and communication).
Minimum Age
You need to be at least 16. If you’re under 18, a parent or guardian will need to sign your enrolment form.
Residency Status
You need to be a permanent Australian resident or equivalent.
Working with Children Check
For the work placement portion of your course, you may need a current “Working with Children Check Clearance” issued by the relevant authority in your state/territory.
Resources Required
For the online part of the course, you may need regular access to:
Computer: Laptop or desktop computer with working speakers or headphone points.
Internet: High-speed internet such as Broadband or ADSL, T1/T2, fibre optic (Dial-up access is not recommended).
Windows: Operating system – Windows 8 or above.
Mobile Phone with video capability or Video Camera: Some assessments in your course will require you to take and submit videos of you undertaking tasks for assessment.
Office Equipment: Printer and scanner to print and upload some of your assessments.
Internet Browser: Google Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Internet Explorer 11.
MAC: Operating system – OS X 10.14 Mojave or later.
Software: Flash, Adobe Reader, Microsoft Word (or Open Office which is free to download).
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