Study Method Blended, In-class, Online
Institution Fit Education
Recognition Nationally Recognised Training
Start Date Enrol anytime
  • Payment plans are available.
  • This is a fee-for-service program.

Course overview

Are you looking to enhance your fitness career by completing Certificate IV in fitness?

By completing Certificate IV, you will be able to work 1 on 1 with clients within your own business or contract for a commercial gym as a personal trainer!

With this qualification, you will gain the practical experience and skills necessary to provide clients with personal training services including specific special populations, group training, strength and conditioning cycles and develop training tools to keep your clients engaged all while learning how to set up your own business.

These resources have been developed over years of expert experience to provide Fit Education students with the latest in-demand skills.

Job outcomes

  • Personal Trainer

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What you'll learn

Our Certificate IV in Fitness is packed with the latest research, presented by a team of expert trainers to provide you with a wealth of knowledge to kick-start your dream career.

Our graduates obtain unique skills, knowledge, and access to an extensive employment network to secure a job.

Throughout this course you will learn about:

  • Personal training
  • Group training
  • Knowledge of strength & conditioning programming
  • Exercise science principles
  • Long-term training programs
  • How to start your own business

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

Delivery

Fit Education has flexible training options, offering both online and blended learning. Meaning you can study at your own pace.

Study Options

  • On campus (CRAM Courses Brisbane)
  • Online
  • Hybrid (Online/On Campus)

Entry requirements

Entry to this qualification is open to anyone who has completed the following units of competency:

  • HLTAID011 Provide First Aid.
  • HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety.
  • SISFFIT032 Complete pre-exercise screening and service orientation.
  • SISFFIT033 Complete client fitness assessments.
  • SISFFIT035 Plan group exercise sessions.
  • SISFFIT036 Instruct group exercise sessions.
  • SISFFIT040 Develop and instruct gym-based exercise programs for individual clients.
  • SISFFIT047 Use anatomy and physiology knowledge to support safe and effective exercise.
  • SISFFIT052 Provide healthy eating information.

You must also hold a current First Aid and CPR certificate. If you have prior learning experience, you might be eligible to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

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Course features

  • Flexible payment options
  • Study on any device at your own pace with no deadlines and choose where you want to begin your course (course must be completed within 12 months).
  • Access to your dedicated training assessor 8 am – 4 pm, Monday to Friday
  • 72-hour assessment turnaround – not waiting weeks for results like other RTO’s
  • 5-day practical workshops led by some of the best trainers in QLD

Pathways

  • Completing this course opens pathways to higher education courses such as a Bachelor of Sport Studies

Subjects

Core Units
SISFFIT041Develop personalised exercise programs
SISFFIT034Assess client movement and provide exercise advice
SISFFIT043Develop and instruct personalised exercise programs for body composition goals
SISFFIT053Support healthy eating for individual fitness clients
CHCCOM006Establish and Manage Client Relationships
And more!

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Payment options

  • Pay up-front (discounts apply) or flexible payment plan

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About Fit Education

Fit Education specialises in sport and fitness education. We are an approved Vet Student Loan (VSL) provider and are QLD Government User Choice approved.Fit Education was established in 2004 and has built a reputation as an industry leader in fitness education. Chris and the team at Fit Education have over 50 years of knowledge and experience in all aspects of the fitness training industry.

Of graduates from 2023:

  • 92.9% were satisfied with there training overall
  • 92.4% would reccomend thier training provider
  • 76.7% were employed after training

(2023 NCVER Vet student outcomes report)

With Fit Education, you can access your online fitness course anywhere, anytime, no matter where you are. It’s all part of our plan to help you work towards your goal of becoming a personal trainer, at your own pace. We believe your energy and enthusiasm should be encouraged. Whether you’re a student, a full-time professional, or a stay-at-home parent, our online fitness courses adapt to your schedule. Our cutting-edge learning management system provides all the tools you need to succeed. Complete your study with our state-of-the-art online courses, access our professional equipment on campus, or combine both. Whether you study online or in-person, our expert trainers will guide and support you, ensuring you gain confidence as well as your qualification as a fitness professional.

Fit Education is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO #32155)

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