Certificate III in Fitness
Certificate III in Fitness - SRF30206 - Certificate III in Fitness (Fitness Instructor) Correspondence
Obtaining your Certificate III in Fitness through Fernwood Learning will give you qualifications necessary for registration as a Cert 3 Fitness Instructor so you can operate as a Gym Instructor and Children’s Instructor, giving you your first step into the fitness industry where you keep fit, work flexible hours and change people’s lives. With the flexibility to work full or part time anywhere in Australia, the choice is yours when you complete your Cert III in Fitness with Fernwood Learning.
The Fernwood Learning Correspondence advantages include:
- No class attendance - work at your own pace and comfort level
- You choose your course start date –start your work when it is most convenient for you
- Learn from experts who actively work in our clubs –hands on experience and knowledge
- Interactive web forum from experienced workplace trainers –interact with other personal trainers and discuss fitness courses etc
- On-going phone support –always available to help you should require support
Fernwood’s nationally recognised Personal Training & Fitness Courses will provide you with the skills you need to start working in a career that gives you a great lifestyle and flexible working hours.
Certificate III in Fitness includes 25 units of competency to prepare you for employment in the fitness industry. Upon successful completion of your Certificate III in Fitness, you will be able to register as a Certificate 3 Fitness instructor. This qualification enables you to work in health clubs and gyms as a fitness instructor, conducting assessments, designing and delivering fitness programs and conducting circuit classes and helping people achieve their health and fitness goals.
Certificate III in Fitness subject areas
The Cert 3 in Fitness correspondence course is completed over approximately 6 months with an option to extend to 1 year. The course is divided into 3 different sections – each section has assignments, tests, workbooks and activities to be completed. In the third section of the course you will be participating in practical assessments during your 40 hour work placement that is spread over several weeks in a Fernwood Club and develops your practical competencies in the areas you have studied.
- Anatomy And Exercise Science
- Screening
- Programming
- Specific Populations
- Motivation
- Basic Nutrition
- Fitness Law
- Workplace Skills
- Children’s Instructor
- Work Placement
To complete assessment for the above units a 40 hour of supervised work experience must be satisfactorily completed. This will complete the practical sections of the above units. All Students are required to complete a Workplace First Aid course and provide a cited photocopy of HLTFA301B – First Aid - before they can graduate from the Certificate III in Fitness course.
What will I be qualified in at the end of my Certificate 3 in Fitness course?
Upon completion of your course you will be a qualified Certificate III Fitness Instructor, meaning you are able to work as a fitness instructor in any gym in Australia. In Fernwood gyms the role of Member Motivator requires a Certificate III in Fitness as a minimum qualification. You will also be qualified to provide fitness activities to Children and Teenagers who are increasingly attending Fernwood Gyms. Certificate III in Fitness (Fitness Instructor) must be completed prior to enrolment for Certificate IV Personal Trainer.
Is my Cert 3 in Fitness qualification recognised throughout Australia?
Fernwood Learning courses are recognised throughout Australia. Upon completion of the Certificate III in Fitness students will be able to register with Kinect Australia or Fitness Australia which has international registration links. A current First Aid Certificate HLTFA301B is required by students before they graduate and is also required for registration for work. Registration will enable you to work in the fitness industry generally and for Fernwood if you secure a role.
Is the Certificate 3 Fitness Instructor course for me?
You will need to be well organised with good reading and writing skills in English to at least year 10 level, have access to a computer, internet and email to complete the Certificate 3 in Fitness correspondence course. You need an active interest in health and physical activity and a strong desire to work in this industry. The Certificate III in Fitness course covers areas such as strength and cardio training in gymnasiums, and it is expected that you are a current participant in these areas. After all, you will be later working in these areas to help people connect with activity and change their lives!
What time is required?
You will need to commit to about 10 to 15 hours of study per week to complete the Certificate 3 in Fitness correspondence course. A work placement of 40 hours spread over several weeks is required to complete the course and will provide you with the practical experience and increase your employability.
Why should I do my Certificate III in Fitness course through Fernwood Learning?
As a leading employer in the health and fitness industry Fernwood knows what it takes to be a great fitness professional. Fernwood has been in operation for more than 18 years and currently employs over 2500 people. Fernwood Learning is the only provider of Fitness Courses within Australia directly associated with a network of health clubs.
Fernwood Learning is focused on delivering quality certified training by experienced instructors. Our Certificate III Fitness courses are informative and our training staff host an interactive web forum to assist you with your studies and students will log into the forum weekly for learning support. Students receive high quality text books and interactive on line learning in some units along with the learner workbook that guides you through your assignment tasks. You can be confident that when you graduate from your Certificate 3 in Fitness course you will be ready to enter the industry and start on your new profession.
Can I get a job with Fernwood at the end of my Certificate 3 in Fitness course?
This is your first foot in the door to an exciting career. You will have all the qualifications for employment as a Certificate 3 Fitness Instructor – member motivator in Fernwood Women’s Health Clubs. There is no guaranteed job at the end of the course however Fernwood clubs are always looking for motivated fitness professionals. Careers information and a workplacement are included in the course to assist your transition into employment within the industry.
Can I do my work placement in a Fernwood Club?
Where possible, Fernwood will assist you to find a suitable work placement at a Fernwood Women's Health Club. Enquiries for the 40 hour work placement at a Fernwood Gym as part of your course should be directed to Maryanne Long at Fernwood Learning. Requests for work placement at a gym other than Fernwood will incur an additional fee for a facility report by a qualified workplace trainer. This will not necessarily ensure the suitability of gyms other than Fernwood.
How much does a Certificate III in Fitness cost?
Fernwood Learning makes it easy to get started on the path to your new career.
- Upfront payment – $1350 full course fee
This covers the cost of course materials, text books, handouts and assessment, access to the forum and online sections of the course as well as email and phone assistance. Full payment at the time of enrolment is required.
Do I need any other qualifications?
Before you complete the Certificate 3 in Fitness course you will need a current Certificate in First Aid HLTFA301B. You can contact a local provider and complete the first aid during your correspondence course.
Is there anyone I can talk to about this training?
Freddy Warren will be more than happy to speak to you and send you a Learner’s Information Handbook.
Freddy’s contact details are (03) 9630 8809 during business hours, or email freddy.warren@fernwoodfitness.com.au
What do I need to do next?
Just complete the enrolment form, including the Statement of Understanding, from the Learner’s Handbook and send it in.
Please contact Fernwood to have the Learner’s Information Handbook sent to you, or if you have any questions.
Freddy Warren
Fernwood Learning P/L
Level 1 / 475 Flinders Lane
Melbourne, VIC, 3000
Phone: (03) 9630 8800
Fax: (03) 9630 8830
Email: learning@fernwoodfitness.com.au
Once your application has been received, we will contact you.
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