NOTE: AFA is not CRICOS-approved, which means you won’t be able to study this course if you are in Australia on a student visa or are looking to apply for one. For more information about CRICOS-approved courses, click here.
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With over 31 years’ experience, the Australian Fitness Academy is now the leading online fitness education provider, having helped more than 30,000 students graduate in nationally-accredited fitness qualifications and start a new and exciting career!
FAST TRACK PT COURSE – FITNESS FUNDAMENTALS +
SIS40221 CERTIFICATE IV IN FITNESS COURSE SYLLABUS
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WHY STUDY WITH THE AUSTRALIAN FITNESS ACADEMY?
Over 31 Years Experience In Fitness Education
Study Online Your Way, On Your Terms
Learn From Experts Within The Fitness Industry
Get Your Studies Started With Just A $100 Deposit
Flexible Payments Options Available
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Study Online, On Your Terms
Learn From Experts Within The Fitness Industry
Complete the nine Fitness Fundamental units then the SIS40221 Certificate IV in Fitness
Fast track your career in fitness
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"I’ve always been interested in fitness, I was active and running, so I wanted to pursue it. Life after graduating has been super exciting, I’m getting all the dream jobs I ever wanted.
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Anita Coldrey
AFA Graduate
WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY
"I’m 42-years-old, I’ve worked in several industries and the decision to study again really plays on your mind. Studying with AFA made it a lot easier, knowing I had all that support.
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Clayton Hutchinson
AFA Graduate
"I was quite overweight when was I younger and I lost 30kg. This course was really good for me to build my confidence up and I got all the knowledge I needed in anatomy and nutrition.
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David Grech
AFA Graduate
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If you’ve ever thought about a career as a Personal Trainer, there’s never been a better time to join the fitness industry in Australia!
STEPS TO BECOME A PERSONAL TRAINER IN AUSTRALIA
STUDY WITH AFA ONLINE
COMPLETE YOUR WORK EXPERIENCE PLACEMENT
GRADUATE & ENTER THE INDUSTRY AS A QUALIFIED PT
Anatomy & Physiology
Client Screening & Assessment
Health & Safety
Programming & Instruction (Gym Programs)
Programming & Instruction (Group Fitness)
Provide First Aid
Principles of Nutrition
Supporting Body Composition Goals
Client Relationships & Behaviour Change
Client Movement Assessment
PT for Adolescent & Older Clients
Business Planning & Development
Establishing Yourself as a PT
and more…
Fitness Fundamentals Topics:
Certificate IV in Fitness Topics:
Gain the foundation skills and knowledge you need to turn your passion for fitness into a profession
