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Wellness and Personal Trainer

Wellness and Personal Trainer

Southern Union State Community College

Short-Term Certificate

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Short-term certificate preparing students as personal trainers. Covers exercise science, anatomy, fitness training, and personal training principles.

Credits

29 credits

Format

In-Person

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Where this program is offered

Alabama
Alabama

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

Exercise science, anatomy, fitness training, and personal training principles

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors39-9031.00

What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: emerging (Level 1)(based on Short-Term Certificate)

Safety rules and equipment guidelines — explain and enforce under direct supervision during introductory group fitness sessions at a community gym or fitness center.
Basic exercise demonstrations — teach and perform for participants using standard training equipment such as resistance bands and light weights under trainer oversight.
Participant form and posture — observe and communicate simple corrective feedback during entry-level fitness classes with a supervising instructor present.
Fitness class routines — follow pre-planned sequences and cue movements for small groups in a structured gym environment with guidance from a lead instructor.
Exercise intensity levels — instruct participants to maintain appropriate exertion using basic perceived-effort scales during beginner group classes.
Participant fitness limitations — recognize and apply basic modifications offered by a supervising trainer to accommodate varying ability levels in a group setting.
Scheduling software and class calendars — enter and update participant session data under direction using facility management tools at a fitness center.
Music selection and class pacing — assist in choosing tracks and timing movement sequences for pre-designed routines with guidance from a lead instructor.
Client intake forms and health questionnaires — collect and review under supervision to identify basic fitness needs before a first session at a health club.
Active listening and social awareness — apply during client interactions to understand participant goals and relay concerns to a supervising fitness professional.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

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Completion Rate: 100%
Placement Rate: 80%