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.
STUDY TO BECOME A PERSONAL TRAINER TODAY!
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
Access To A Dedicated Student Support Team
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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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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
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"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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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
Exercise & Technology Course
This new-era short course focuses on the emerging role of technology in the fitness industry and how to incorporate virtual sessions into your service offering.
Throughout this interactive course, you’ll gain a broad understanding of the advantages of implementing technologies into your fitness business and how to engage with your clients using digital resources.
In this workshop, you will also learn how to:
- Plan, deliver and evaluate online exercise programs, including the ability to identify the advantages/disadvantages of online exercise methods and assist clients in setting up an effective virtual training area.
- Use social media to generate and engage with an online audience, as well as handle positive and negative feedback across your profiles.
- Conduct a Technology Needs Assessment to identify how and when to update digital resources within your fitness business.
LIMITED OFFER - FREE ACCESS TO COMPLIMENTARY COURSES
Children's Movement Course
With the increasing rates of obesity in children associated with inactivity and poor nutrition, the role of the fitness professional has become crucial. The need for personal trainers with a specialized age specific skillset is in high demand.
This short course includes interactive videos and PowerPoint presentations with an assessment accessed via our Online Learning Portal. It is a Self-paced online course (over 3 months) with a practical professional practice component.
In this workshop, you will also learn:
- The physiology of children (stages of growth)
- Communicating effectively
- The benefits of exercise and healthy nutrition
- Exercise considerations, guidelines and example activities
- Screening and identifying children with special needs
Offer ends 5:00PM Thursday 31st July 2025
FREE Children’s Movements Course & Exercise Technology Course ($600 Value) - For a short time only