personal trainer & health & human performancefvcc offers two personal trainer fields of...
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Personal Trainer &Health & Human
Performance
Personal Trainers are responsible for safe and effective exercise prescription in health and fitness club settings. Thorough understanding of anatomy, muscle function, exercise prescription, basic nutrition and fitness assessment provide personal trainers with the knowledge to safely structure exercise programs for clients.
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The Personal Trainer program is a one-year course of study leading to a Certificate of Applied Science (CAS).
Upon completion, graduates will:
F Learn how to motivate clients in exercise and healthy life choices;
F Gain confidence to create safe and effective exercise programs;
F Understand how the body works to create muscle and metabolize fat;
F Become knowledgeable in fitness assessment techniques; and
F Develop relationships with other fitness professionals for mentoring support and opportunities.
Fall SemesterCourse# Title CreditsBIOH 104N Basic Human Biology 3BIOH 105L* Basic Human Biology Laboratory 1COMX 115C Introduction to Interpersonal Communication 3ECP 100 First Aid and CPR 2HEE 220 Introduction to Physical Education 3HTH 110 Personal Health and Wellness 3 First Semester Total 15
Spring SemesterCourse# Title CreditsKIN 201* Basic Exercise Prescription 3KIN 203 Functional Training 2KIN 215* Fitness Assessment Techniques 3M 090* Introductory Algebra 4NUTR 221N Basic Human Nutrition 3 Second Semester Total 15
Total Credits 30
*Indicates prerequisite and/or corequisite required; check course description.
Personal Trainer Program Requirements
Certifications
F Graduates of this program will be prepared to sit for any of the following national certification exams: American Council on Exercise, American College of Sports Medicine, National Strength and Conditioning Association or Aerobics and Fitness Association of America.
Additional Costs
F There are lab fees associated with some of the classes in this program. See the course schedule for details.
Opportunities After Graduation
F Fitness facilities require the expertise of proficient personal trainers. This is a growing industry with many job opportunities.
For occupation information, tuition and fees, and other gainful employment disclosures, visit our website at www.fvcc.edu/gainfulemployment.html
Formoreinfo:
Lori [email protected]
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777 Grandview Drive • Kalispell, MT 59901 406.756.3822
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FVCC offers two Personal Trainer fields of study: a one-year Personal Trainer Certificate of Applied Science (CAS) and a two-year Associate of Science (AS) transfer degree in Health and Human Performance.
The program information provided applies to the 2014-2015 Flathead Valley Community College academic catalog.
Health & Human Performance
The Health and Human Performance program is a two-year course of study leading to a Associate of Science (AS) Transfer Degree.
Transfer Degree
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In Montana, the undergraduate curriculum in health and human performance at The University of Montana – Missoula prepares graduates to be competent entry-level professionals in health and human performance-related occupations or candidates for advanced study in related disciplines. Programs of study at The University of Montana – Missoula include athletic training, exercise science and health studies. Getting accepted into the Athletic Training Education Program is very competitive. At Montana State University – Bozeman the Department of Health and Human Development administers a variety of curricula that prepare students for various careers. Students may pursue a bachelor’s degree in Health and Human Development with options in Community Health and Exercise Science, Family and Consumer Sciences, Food and Nutrition and Health Enhancement. Like The University of Montana – Missoula, graduates from Montana State University – Bozeman should possess the knowledge and skills to qualify for state or national certification in their specialized fields of study.
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Formoreinfo:
Lori Elwell
406.756.3899
w w w . f v c c . e d u
777 Grandview Drive • Kalispell, MT 59901 406.756.3822
Students who study Health and Human Performance at FVCC have the opportunity to transfer to any four-year college or university Health and Human Performance related program in the nation.