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Dec 06, 2025
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Workforce Development & Community Education
Personal Fitness Training
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Program Description
A Personal Fitness Training Certificate equips you with the knowledge and skills to design and implement effective fitness programs tailored to individual clients’ needs. Here are some key aspects of what such a certification typically covers: - Exercise Science: Understanding human anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics to create safe and effective exercise programs.
- Nutrition: Basic principles of nutrition and how they relate to fitness and health.
- Client Assessment: Techniques for assessing clients’ fitness levels, setting goals, and tracking progress.
- Program Design: Crafting personalized workout plans that consider clients’ goals, abilities, and any special considerations.
- Behavioral Coaching: Strategies to motivate and support clients in making lasting lifestyle changes.
- Professional Practice: Legal and ethical guidelines, business practices, and professional responsibilities of a personal trainer.
Spring Course Offerings
Personal Fitness Trainer Certification Course, HYBRID 12 Tues./Sat., Feb. 3-Mar. 21 (skip 3/10, 3/14), $895 (+ textbook). #37330 - REMOTE, 12 Tues., 6:30-9:30 pm.
- IN-PERSON at SUNY Westchester Valhalla: 12 Sat., 12:00 noon-3:00 pm, Physical Education Building, Fitness Center.
- IN-PERSON at SUNY Westchester Valhalla: National Certification Exam, Written: Tues., Mar. 17, 6:30-9:30 pm & Practical: Sat., Mar. 21, 12:00 noon-5:00 pm, Physical Education Building, Fitness Center.
To register: Call 914-606-6830 or for more information email Kristine.Bunyea@sunywcc.eduCE-CERTS 2018 |
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