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Certificate IV in Fitness SIS40221

Study Method
Blended, In-class, Online
Institution
Australian Fitness Academy
Recognition
Nationally Recognised Training
Start Date
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Course overview

Have you been working in the fitness industry as a gym instructor and now want to become a Personal Trainer? Taking the next step to gain the higher qualification will open up an array of career possibilities not currently available when holding only the Certificate III in Fitness (SIS30321).

Not everyone prefers to learn in the same way or has the same lifestyle and work commitments. Therefore, we suggest studying online at your own pace by using our interactive online learning platform or the AFA app.

Online learning includes access to all course materials, with student support services available if you have any queries or require assistance with your coursework. You can contact our student support team as often as you like and we’re very flexible in regards to adjusting your studies around your busy life. With our low up-front cost, there has never been a better time to start your new fitness career!

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Recognition

This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia

Study method

  • Blended
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Online
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Virtual
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

Duration study load

Face-to-Face

(16 weeks of classes, with a total time of up to 9 months)

  • Full-time: Attendance 2 days per week
  • 30 hours practical placement
  • 50 hours professional practise logbook

Online

  • 12 months to complete
  • 30 hours practical placement
  • 50 hours professional practise logbook

Entry requirements

  • Several units from the Certificate III in Fitness (SIS30321) are pre-requisites for the Certificate IV in Fitness.
  • If you don’t already have the Certificate III, we provide a combined personal trainer course to enable you to obtain both qualifications and become a Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer. Enquire for more information.
  • The other prerequisite for the Certificate IV in Fitness (SIS40221) is that you must also hold your First Aid qualification. If you don’t already have this, we offer the HLTAID011 Provide First Aid qualification.
  • Alternatively, students can complete the first aid unit with another provider and supply a copy of the qualification to AFA to obtain a ‘credit’ for the unit.
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Course features

The Learner Management System will be your portal to all coursework, assessments, quizzes and student support. We’ll provide you with a schedule to help you plan your study time but there are no set dates in which modules need to be completed – this is completely self-managed.

Work placement

  • The Certificate IV in Fitness (SIS40215) contains 30 hours of practical placement and 50 hours of professional practise logbook.
  • You can perform your placement at an approved fitness centre or Personal Training Studio under the supervision of a qualified mentor Personal Trainer.
  • AFA is also partnered with 2XU, the industry leaders in sports performance clothing, and once your placement gets underway, we will provide you with a custom uniform so you can look the part while completing your Practical Placement.

Recognition of prior learning

RPL is available if you have studied a very similar course or degree, or have already undertaken many of the topics with another provider.

Assessment

  • Practical placements
  • Case studies
  • Written assessments
  • Online quizzes

Subjects

Course Units
SISFFIT041
Develop personalised exercise programs
SISFFIT049
Use exercise science principles in fitness instruction
CHCCOM006
Establish and manage client relationships
SISFFIT050
Support exercise behaviour change
SISFFIT034
Assess client movement and provide exercise advice
BSBESB301
Investigate business opportunities
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Payment options

Enquire now to find out about our special offers!

  • Our payment plans start from as little as $50/week, and after paying an initial deposit of $100, you can delay your payments up to 4 weeks.
  • They are completely interest-free payment plans available to all applicants. You can also spread out your payments across the lifetime of your studies with 0% interest.
  • We have seen huge demand for our online courses, so secure your spot now, and pay later.
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About Australian Fitness Academy

Australian Fitness Academy has been delivering fitness qualifications for over 25 years. Over this time we have discovered how students prefer to study and how to effectively integrate study into people’s lifestyles (through offering online and face-to-face courses), whilst not compromising on the standards of our courses. Our qualifications are nationally recognised, you can study from anywhere in Australia, and extensive student support services are in place to support you through your course and into a rewarding career in the fitness industry.

The Academy works with a large range of organisations to help people through their fitness studies from Employment Service Providers to Secondary Schools, Sporting Clubs and Fitness Centres. Over the years the Academy has built up a strong network of fitness industry relationships which help connect students to the industry through work placement and employment.

Australian Fitness Academy Pty Ltd is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 21062)