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Sdcc health & exercise science

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Fitness Specialist Program
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Enroll in City College’s Lifelong Fitness Class (Phye 153). Enroll today to begin class on February 6. With convenient hours through June 5, enjoy expert instruction in circuit training, weight training, cardiovascular and flexibility training exercises. Give yourself the gift of getting in shape for the new school year! Classes start Feb. 6. Enroll now.
Contact: Kathy McGinnis, 619.388.3128

Fitness Specialist Certification Program
A State-Approved Certificate Program
For more information see our Fitness Specialist Program site.

 
Program Overview
This one-year program prepares students for employment in the health and fitness industry and provides a basis for professional advancement. Courses are offered at San Diego City College. The program is endorsed by fitness industry leaders and potential employers.

Program Description
Students in this program train to be group exercise leaders and personal trainers. Students learn the principles of exercise and physical conditioning, techniques of leading individual and group exercise classes, appropriate methods to establishing healthy behavior and the designing of personalized exercise prescriptions. They will be able to develop safe, effective exercise plans for a variety of clients.

Program Benefits

  • Complete certificate program for Fitness Specialist in only one year.
  • Affordable. Each class is 2 units.
  • Prepares candidates for American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), American Council on Exercise (ACE), and other national certification exams.
  • Offers field internships.
  • Approved by the State of California.
  • Associate Degree option.

 


 

 

 

 

 

The Fitness Specialist Program Is Ideal for:

Personal trainers, fitness center and health club employees, group exercise instructors

Strength conditioning instructors

Aquatic instructors

People with an interest in sports medicine, training, exercise, fitness

Individuals who want an affordable, fast-track program to employment in the fitness world

Individuals who need preparation for a professional certification

 

 

 


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