- Currently offering course discounts as part of our Study Now, Pay Later promotion.
Course Overview
Take the next step in your career and gain the qualification you need to become a Personal Trainer.
If you currently work in the fitness industry as a Gym or Group Fitness Instructor, elevate yourself to the next level by studying the SIS40221 Certificate IV in Fitness to become a Personal Trainer.
The Certificate IV in Fitness builds on your existing knowledge and skills and covers more advanced methods of programming including one-on-one and group PT, advanced strength and conditioning, functional movement analysis, marketing and business, and much more.
Not everyone prefers to learn in the same way or has the same lifestyle and work commitments, which is why we have a range of study options:
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Online Self-Paced
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In-Person (Full Time – Vic)
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In-Person (Part Time – Vic)
Students studying outside of Victoria can complete the qualifications online at your own pace by using our interactive online learning platform or the AFA app. Online learning includes access to all course materials, with student support services available if you have any queries or require assistance with your coursework. You can contact our student support team as often as you like and we’re very flexible in regards to adjusting your studies around your busy life.
Start your new career in fitness from the comfort of your own home.
Campus Locations
Job Outcomes
Potential career outcomes could include:
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Personal Trainer
Recognition
Study Method
- BlendedBlended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
- In-classIn class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
- OnlineOnline delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
- VirtualVirtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
Locations
- Victoria
- Melbourne
Duration Study Load
Face-to-Face
(14 weeks of classes)
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Full-time: Attendance 2 days per week
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30 hours practical placement
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32 hours practical placement
Online
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12 months to complete
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30 hours practical placement
Delivery
Online:
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On-demand access to our online learning management system
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Interactive slideshows, presentations, videos, podcasts, quizzes and assessments
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Downloaded course textbook
Face-to-Face:
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Exclusive access to our private gym and education facility
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Guided learning from experienced fitness and education professionals
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Onsite parking and student lounge
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Hard copy course textbook
Entry Requirements
- Several units from the Certificate III in Fitness (SIS30321) are pre-requisites for the Certificate IV in Fitness.
- If you don’t already have the Certificate III, we provide a combined personal trainer course to enable you to obtain both qualifications and become a Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer. Enquire for more information.
- The other prerequisite for the Certificate IV in Fitness (SIS40221) is that you must also hold your First Aid qualification. If you don’t already have this, we offer the HLTAID011 Provide First Aid qualification.
- Alternatively, students can complete the first aid unit with another provider and supply a copy of the qualification to AFA to obtain a ‘credit’ for the unit.
Course Features
The Learner Management System will be your portal to all coursework, assessments, quizzes and student support. We’ll provide you with a schedule to help you plan your study time but there are no set dates in which modules need to be completed – this is completely self-managed.
Work Placement
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The Certificate IV in Fitness (SIS40215) contains 30 hours of practical placement.
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You can perform your placement at an approved fitness centre or Personal Training Studio under the supervision of a qualified mentor Personal Trainer.
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AFA is also partnered with 2XU, the industry leaders in sports performance clothing, and once your placement gets underway, we will provide you with a custom uniform so you can look the part while completing your Practical Placement.
Recognition Of Prior Learning
RPL is available if you have studied a very similar course or degree, or have already undertaken many of the topics with another provider.
Professional Recognition
Graduates will have the opportunity to register with leading industry bodies:
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AUSactive
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FITREC
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Physical Activity Australia
Assessment
- Practical placements
- Case studies
- Written assessments
- Online quizzes
- Video demonstration
Subjects
About Australian Fitness Academy
Australian Fitness Academy has been delivering fitness qualifications for over 30 years. Over this time we have discovered how students prefer to study and how to effectively integrate study into people’s lifestyles (through offering online and face-to-face courses), whilst not compromising on the standards of our courses. Our qualifications are nationally recognised, you can study from anywhere in Australia, and extensive student support services are in place to support you through your course and into a rewarding career in the fitness industry.
The Academy works with a large range of organisations to help people through their fitness studies from Employment Service Providers to Secondary Schools, Sporting Clubs and Fitness Centres. Over the years the Academy has built up a strong network of fitness industry relationships which help connect students to the industry through work placement and employment.
Australian Fitness Academy Pty Ltd is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 21062)
