Fitness and Lifestyle Management
Description
OVERVIEW
As more people become aware of the benefits of fitness and a healthy lifestyle, participation in fitness and recreation programs is growing. Many businesses, both small and large, now provide fitness and lifestyle programs for their employees. As a result, there is an increasing demand for fitness specialists who understand the beneficial aspects of a healthy lifestyle and the process for achieving one.
In this College Certificate program, students gain the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to provide future clients with sound physical fitness and lifestyle choices. In addition, students learn how to design and conduct appropriate fitness programs and provide guidance in related areas including nutrition and active living.
Graduates are eligible to apply for the National Capital Region YMCA/YWCA Personal Trainer, canfitproTM certificate. In addition, graduates may seek employment in private clubs, municipal or provincial government agencies, service clubs, YM-YWCAs, corporate programs and as self-employed fitness consultants.
To qualify for this certificate, you must complete the program within three years.
SUCCESS FACTORS
This program is well-suited for students who:
- Enjoy learning about the human body and how it works.
- Prefer a physically active lifestyle and enjoy encouraging others to be more physically active.
- Are interested in their own personal health and how they can make healthier lifestyle choices for themselves and others.
- Enjoy hands-on work to educate and assist individuals in making positive lifestyle changes.
- Are friendly, outgoing and like to interact with people.
- Have developed time-management and personal-management skills.
COLLEGE ELIGIBILITY
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, OR
- Mature Student status (19 years of age or older and without an OSSD).
COURSES:
FIT0020 Fitness Operations
FIT0014 Nutrition
FIT2215 Physiology
FIT2217 Anatomy
FIT2220 Fitness Assessment
FIT2222 Mechanics of Exercise
FIT2224 Group Fitness I
FIT2225 Exercise Physiology
FIT2230 Athletic Injuries
FIT0017 Applied Anatomy
FIT0027 Personal Training Fundamentals
FIT5230 Fitness and Lifestyle Skills Applications
FIT0014 Nutrition
FIT2215 Physiology
FIT2217 Anatomy
FIT2220 Fitness Assessment
FIT2222 Mechanics of Exercise
FIT2224 Group Fitness I
FIT2225 Exercise Physiology
FIT2230 Athletic Injuries
FIT0017 Applied Anatomy
FIT0027 Personal Training Fundamentals
FIT5230 Fitness and Lifestyle Skills Applications
Note: Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.
Overview
- Institution: Algonquin College
- Program type: Certificat approuvé par un collège
- Language: English
- Program Code: 6162X07PAO
- Delivery Method: Entièrement en ligne/à distance
Disclaimer:
Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.
Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.