Study Method Blended, In-class
Locations Adelaide, Chermside, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Newcastle, Parramatta, Perth, Sunshine Coast, Surry Hills, Sydney
Institution National Health & Fitness Academy
Recognition Nationally Recognised Training
Start Date Enrol anytime
  • Please note – NHFA is NOT a CRICOS registered provider and CANNOT accept International Student Visa Holders (Subclass 500)

Course overview

This course is specifically designed to build on the knowledge and skills gained in a Certificate III in Fitness, and to equip you with a complete understanding of how to train and inspire your own clients to achieve optimum results.

You will use a diverse range of equipment, operate in different environments (both indoors and outdoors), and design a number of fitness training programs giving you the experience to hit the ground running when you become a qualified Personal Trainer.

A Certificate IV in Fitness qualifies you to be a Personal Trainer and allows you to achieve the ultimate lifestyle – working with anyone, anywhere, anytime!

Studying a Certificate IV in Fitness, you will gain experience in a vast range of equipment and environments and design a number of training programs giving you the skills, knowledge and experience you need to be at the top of the industry as a successful, qualified Personal Trainer.

Job outcomes

  • Personal Trainer

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What you'll learn

  • Advanced Resistance Training – advanced strength training techniques for gaining peak performance results; body weight exercises, resistance training without the use of weights, plyometric and power based exercises
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Programming – how the body converts fat and carbohydrates into energy, how this impacts endurance events, weight loss, toning and size maintenance, the use of heart rate monitors and how these can be used to achieve results
  • Outdoor & Small Group Training – considerations for conducting outdoor and group based training (such as boot camps)
  • Special Populations – know and understand the most common types of lifestyle diseases and how to accommodate these in training programs
  • Advanced Nutrition – qualified guest nutritionists provide expert information on food and nourishment and how these impact weight gain, weight loss and optimal body function
  • Your Personal Training Business – how to begin and rapidly grow your PT business, generating and retaining clients, professional business systems that assist with operations

Recognitions

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

Study method

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

Locations

  • South Australia
    • Adelaide
  • Queensland
    • Chermside
    • Gold Coast
    • Sunshine Coast
  • Victoria
    • Melbourne
  • New South Wales
    • Newcastle
    • Sydney
      • Parramatta
      • Surry Hills
  • Western Australia
    • Perth

Duration study load

  • Up to 12 months to complete the full qualification

Delivery

  • Face-to-face practical – 6 sessions
  • All theory and assessments completed online

Entry requirements

  • Certificate III in Fitness
  • As a Certificate III in Fitness is a prerequisite to obtaining the Certificate IV in fitness, almost all students choose to complete our specialised Combined Certificate III & IV in Fitness Package

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Payment options

  • NHFA offers different payment plans to suit you and your budget

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About National Health & Fitness Academy

At NHFA, we specialize in empowering future fitness professionals through top-tier education and mentorship. As a leading RTO in Fitness Education, we offer comprehensive Certificate III & IV in Fitness programs, designed to equip you with the skills needed for a successful career in the fitness industry.

Why Choose NHFA?

  • Expert Instructors: Learn from industry leaders.
  • Hands-On Training: Practical experience to boost your confidence.
  • Business Mentorship: Exclusive insights from successful entrepreneurs to kickstart your fitness business.

Our specialised courses are designed to give you all the knowledge, tools and skills to not just help you become successful in the fitness industry, but to give you the life and lifestyle you want.

Imagine earning a great income doing what you love, now you can!

National Health & Fitness Academy is a Registered Training Organization (RTO 31894)

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