Fitness & Personal Trainer PROGRAM OVERVIEW The Fitness/Personal Trainer Certificate prepares students for a career in personal training and allows students to enter the workforce. Nationally recognized certifications can be earned through the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). ESTIMATED TUITION & FEES: $3,483 TIME TO COMPLETION: 1 Year NUMBER OF CREDITS: 22 RESULT: Certificate OBJECTIVE: ACSM or NSCA certification; immediate employment CAREER OVERVIEW: Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor Personal trainers provide individualized guidance to clients who are interested in increasing their fitness levels. SALARY: $51,690/yr in Maryland PRACTICE SETTINGS: Fitness/wellness centers, training studios RELATED JOBS: Fitness center manager, health and wellness coach DUTIES: Working with clients to improve fitness and reach their goals ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES: Create fitness plans for clients, track improvements in fitness CORE INTERESTS: Fitness and wellness, sports performance, nutrition CORE SKILLS: Communication, self-motivated PERSONALITY TRAITS: Motivational, professional, confident 11
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