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2019-2020 Academic Catalog 
    
2019-2020 Academic Catalog Archived Catalog

Personal Trainer, CAS


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Personal Trainers are responsible for safe and effective exercise prescription in health and fitness club settings. Thorough understanding of anatomy, muscle function, exercise prescription, basic nutrition and fitness assessment provide personal  trainers with the knowledge to safely structure exercise programs for clients. Upon completion of this program, students will

  • Motivate clients in exercise and healthy life choices;
  • Create safe and effective exercise programs;
  • Understand how the body works to create muscle and metabolize fat;
  • Become knowledgeable in fitness assessment techniques; and
  • Develop relationships with other fitness professionals for lifelong learning.

Required Courses


First Semester Total: 16


Second Semester Total: 15


Total Credits: 31


1This course is only offered fall semester.
2This course is only offered spring semester.

*Indicates prerequisite and/or corequisite needed. Check course description.

Program Information


  • Graduates of this program will be prepared to sit for a national certification exam through the American Council on Exercise (ACE), American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM),  National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) or Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA).

Opportunities After Graduation


  • Fitness facilities require the expertise of proficient personal trainers. This is a growing industry with many job opportunities.

Advising Information:


For more information about this program, contact the FVCC Student Support Center or the Faculty Advisor. 

Student Support Center Advisor Faculty Advisor    
Karrie Bolivar Lori Elwell, M.A.
LRC 129 BC 123D
(406) 756-3880 (406) 756-3899
kbolivar@fvcc.edu lelwell@fvcc.edu

 

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