Certificate III in Fitness

Course Code SIS30321

Duration
  • Full Time
  • 6 months
Delivery
  • On Campus
Intakes
Campus
  • Glen Waverley

This course is not available for International Students

Overview

The Certificate III in Fitness provides you with the skills and knowledge you need to perform the role of a fitness instructor who undertakes a range of activities and functions within the fitness industry. It provides a pathway for you to work as an instructor, providing exercise instruction for group and gym programs.

Career Opportunities

  • gym instructor.

Pathway to further studies

  • You may choose to go on to study the Certificate IV in Fitness SIS40221.

Studying the Certificate III in Fitness at Holmesglen

The course specialises in gym instruction, so you will learn how to provide individually tailored client assessments, provide technique correction as needed, and develop and demonstrate programs. It also includes supervision of a facility or service, keeping equipment clean, tidy, and well maintained, and handling various customer enquiries.<p>Upon completion of this course, you will be able to operate independently with some degree of autonomy in fitness, leisure, aquatic, and community centres where risks are managed through pre-existing risk assessment and hazard control processes. You will be eligible to apply for registration as an exercise instructor with Fitness Australia or Physical Activity Australia once you complete this course.<p>This program has compulsory activities/materials as part of the learning experience. The department will confirm the cost of these activities/materials prior to your enrolment.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible, students must be at least 16 years of age.
Prior to enrolment or commencement of training you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and a pre-training review at an interview. These will assist with determining your suitability to the course, verify your training plan, and identify any learning support needs.

Recognition of prior learning

You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.

Course Structure

Timetable

<strong>Timetable: 3 days per week, Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays: 9am to 4pm</strong><p>The Holmesglen Fitness program utilises a ‘hybrid delivery model’ combining the use of both online pre-recorded lectures and face-to-face on campus practical workshops and tutorials. <p>Most theory components are delivered through our online learning management system as pre-recorded lectures, and utilise many activities and resources (both text and video) that are available within this 24hrs, 7 day accessible system. These resources assist you to develop your knowledge in preparation for the practical on campus sessions. During these on campus sessions you will complete all your practical learning and assessment components within our state-of-the-art simulated gym environment. <p>As the student, you are provided with flexibility to balance work, life and study commitments (including complete pre-tasks) prior to attending your scheduled on-campus face to face sessions. To receive this qualification you must complete 15 units, which comprise of 11 core units and 4 elective units.
Unit code Unit name
HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety
BSBPEF301 Organise personal work priorities
BSBOPS304 Deliver and monitor a service to customers
SISFFIT052 Provide healthy eating information
SISFFIT033 Complete client fitness assessments
SISFFIT032 Complete pre-exercise screening and service orientation
SISFFIT040 Develop and instruct gym-based exercise programs for individual clients
SISFFIT036 Instruct group exercise sessions
SISFFIT035 Plan group exercise sessions
SISFFIT047 Use anatomy and physiology knowledge to support safe and effective exercise
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
Unit code Unit name
SISXEMR001 Respond to emergency situations
SISXFAC007 Maintain clean facilities
SISFFIT037 Develop and instruct group movement programs for children
SISXIND010 Protect children and young people

Assessment

Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.

How to apply

Direct

Click the ‘apply’ button below to get your application started with us. Our friendly Holmesglen team will be in touch to discuss your study opportunities and pre-training requirements.

Visit How to Apply for more information on the application process.

Recruitment

Holmesglen may engage third parties to recruit students on behalf of the institute. Third party recruiters receive a commission and this will not impact on your fees.

Find out more about your rights and obligations as a student and the services we provide at Holmesglen.

Outcomes

Qualification and Recognition

On completion, you will attain the SIS30321 Certificate III in Fitness.

Industry Connections

Fees

Tuition fees GST exempt Cost
Full Fee $7,987
Government subsidised $5,151
Concession $1,031
Mandatory materials Cost
Materials fee $395

Additional Course Cost

Students will be required to wear appropriate clothing and footwear when undertaking practical activities. Students are required to supply: <br>* Closed toe, non slip sport shoes <br>* Sports Attire (t-shirts/shorts/track pants) <br> <br>The total cost of these items between $150-$200. <br> <br>If additional safety equipment is required, it will be supplied by the Institute.

All fees are indicative only. Your fees will be calculated on your individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. <a href="/study-with-us/tafe-study/tafe-fees-and-scholarships/government-subsidised-training">Find out now if you are eligible for Government-subsidised fees or Concession. </a>

 

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