An Extensive Educational Program for Personal Training
- 500 Hour Comprehensive Diploma Program
- Full time and part time schedules (View our schedules here)
- 100 hours of included Nutrition Education
- 200 hours of Hands-on Education (Pennsylvania Distance Learning not included)
In-Depth Coverage of Client Evaluation and Exercise Program Design
- Complete fitness assessment and client evaluation
- Exercise program designed for all goals
- Intensity and volume modification
- Proper sets, reps, and rest intervals
Detailed Exercise Science Instruction
- Core Sciences: Study foundational subjects like anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology to understand how the body responds to physical activity.
- Exercise Prescription: Learn how to assess physical fitness and develop personalized exercise programs based on individual needs and goals.
- Biomechanics and Movement Analysis: Gain insights into how the body moves, understanding muscle and joint function to improve performance and prevent injury.
- Research Methods: Develop skills in data analysis, research design, and evidence-based practice to contribute to advancing exercise science knowledge
Detailed Nutrition Instruction
- Coverage of macro and micro nutrients
- Detailed analysis of the body’s energy systems
- Extensive discussion of popular and fad diets and myths
- Instruction on proper diets for fitness, performance, and health
- Practice in simulation of nutritional consultation
Practical Real World Experience
- 6 months of hands-on experience in a fitness facility with a personal trainer
- Over 50 sessions of simulated, real-time experience as a personal trainer
- Full coverage of all exercises and machines including balls, bands, and weights
- 6 months of challenging workouts
- Journal record keeping for both workouts and nutrition
(Pennsylvania Distance Learning Program does not include the hands-on training portion)
Students who successfully complete our personal training program will receive:
- A Diploma in Personal Training
- 100 hours of included Nutrition Education
- NASM-CPT Preparation