What does this course involve?
This course is the first stage of the one year Certificate IV in Fitness program.
If you enjoy working in a gym environment with people who are keen to improve their fitness, then this is the ideal course to get you started in the fitness industry. As it is important in this industry to obtain registration for insurance purposes, you do need to gain a qualification in order to be employed.
This course involves learning about the fitness industry with a view to working as a qualified fitness instructor. The course includes both fitness and business competencies giving you the skills to work in the gym as well as in the administration of a fitness facility. You’ll learn a range of relevant skills, such as how to operate a sport and recreation program, applying basic exercise science, and giving advice to clients on nutrition and application of basic anatomy and physiology to fitness programs.
What employment opportunities will I have?
You will be able to work in the fitness industry as a qualified fitness instructor. A fitness instructor typically plans, leads and instructs basic exercise programs and activities for aerobic conditioning, flexibility and strength for low risk clients in a gym environment.
As a student, the Institute’s Employment Service is your first port of call for advice on gaining employment in this field, and can be contacted on
1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).
Accreditation
Nationally Recognised
What further study options will I have?
Your study options on completion of Certificate IV in Fitness are the Diploma of Fitness or exercise science degree programs that are offered at other institutions.
Can I apply?
You must be 18 years or overYou must have a strong interest in working in a gym You must have the physical capability to complete the course
How do I apply?
- To apply for a full time position in this course you must use the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) process. Details of the VTAC application process are at www.vtac.edu.au and in the VTAC Guide, which is available from leading newsagents and libraries from August. If the Institute still has vacancies after the VTAC places have been offered, you will be able to apply directly to the Institute.
- Supplementary application requirements are necessary for this course. Please read the information contained in the selection process.
If you have any queries, please contact the Institute on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).
How will I be selected for this course?
- Assessment of Application
- Assessment of Application (VTAC)
- Supplementary requirements to the application process apply:
- You need to apply to do Certificate IV in Fitness via VTAC and also contact the Institute for a supplementary application form by:
- downloading from here or
- phoning on (03) 9286 9695
On receipt of your completed application form, together with your audition fee, you will be notified of your interview time.
Length of course
Full time - 1 year (incorporating the Certificate IV in Fitness)
Where will I study?
Whitehorse Campus
What costs and other fees should I expect?
Government Funded
This course attracts Victorian Government funding. For information about Fees and Charges please click here. This qualification may also be provided on a fee for service basis to industry, interstate or international students.
How will I be assessed?
- Oral presentation
- Written assessment
- Practical assessment
- Examination or testing
- Online Assessment
- Workplace Assessment
Will my previous experience or study count?
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) takes into account the knowledge and skills you’ve already gained through your previous education and work. This may be through formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work experience, and can earn you credit if relevant to your chosen course.