Personal Trainer Certificate

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Personal Trainers will acquire an academic foundation in the fundamental principles of exercise and nutrition, and a basic understanding of human anatomy and physiology. Practical skill training will focus on the development of expertise in fitness assessment, creative health and fitness programming, biomechanically sound exercise techniques, training methodology, lifestyle change prescription, personalized exercise leadership, and business practices.

Program Requirements

BIOL 108 Essentials of Anatomy Physiology 4 hrs transfer credit OR
BIOL 221 Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4 hrs transfer credit and
BIOL 222 Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4 hrs transfer credit
BUS 101 Introduction to Business 3 hrs transfer credit
FRESP 101 First Responder 3 hrs credit
HLTH 101 Health and Wellness 2 hrs transfer credit
PES 210 Lifestyle Fitness Coaching 2 hrs credit
PES 215 Group Fitness Instructor Training 3 hrs transfer credit
PES 220 Fitness Assessment/Exercise Program Design I 3 hrs transfer credit
PES 225 Weight Training: Theory & Application 2 hrs transfer credit
PES 230 Nutrition for Sports and Exercise 3 hrs transfer credit
PES 235 Athletic Training Techniques 3 hrs transfer credit
PES 250 Kinesiology 3 hrs transfer credit
PES 298 Internship Seminar 1 hr credit
PES 299 Internship for Personal Trainers 3 hrs credit

Program Total: 35 - 39 credits

BIOL 221 and BIOL 222 are suggested for students who plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree.

Gainful Employment

Prairie State College provides Gainful Employment Information to comply with the U.S. Department of Education.