Course Overview

If you're interested in health and fitness, a career as a gym instructor could be just what you are looking for. This course is the perfect way to get started. Get the training and formal qualifications you need to get your fitness career off to a great start.

What you will learn

In this course you will industry-focused topics such as:
•    Customer service
•    Risk management
•    Personal and team management
•    Technology
•    First aid
•    Underpinning knowledge
•    Fitness screening and evaluation
•    Program design
•    Exercise instruction

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Many GippsTAFE courses offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Click to learn more about RPL and how it can benefit you.

Employment Prospects

Gym instructor

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be 18 years of age and over and have the motivation to undertake and complete the course. It is expected that applicants will have a demonstrated commitment to health and fitness through regular attendance at a Fitness Centre and be undertaking activities such as resistance training.

How To Apply

Direct to Institute

Assessment

Assessment is by a combination of internal, external and workplace theory and practical examinations and assessment activities, including: practical demonstrations, practical experiences, practical demonstrations in simulated work conditions, problem solving, documents/folio, journals, interviews, case studies, projects, group discussions.

Opportunities For Further Study

In conjunction with the course students may complete further study in the following courses:
•    Diploma of Sport and Recreation
•    Certificate IV in Massage - Therapy Practice
•    Diploma of Remedial Massage