Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
WITS-0001
Organization:
World Instructor Training Schools
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
9 weeks (32 hours plus a 30-hour internship)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Physical Education, Fitness, or Exercise Science
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to provide students with the most current, foundational knowledge, training, and competency testing to certify them to practice as professional certified fitness trainers.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Demonstrate proper execution of resistance, cardiovascular and flexibility exercises
  • Demonstrate at least one strength exercise for every major muscle group
  • Explain ACSM and AHA recommendations for cardiovascular exercise
  • Understand and explain key terms and principles of basic anatomy, kinesiology and exercise physiology
  • Assess an individual's level of fitness using ACSM guidelines
  • Design and customize exercise programs
  • Modify exercise programs to meet the needs of special populations

General Topics:

  • Anatomy, biomechanics, exercise physiology, fitness testing and health assessment, nutrition, exercise prescription, equipment usage, special populations, and legal and safety issues
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Case Studies
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Computer Based Training
  • Discussion
  • Laboratory
  • Learner Presentations
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Case Studies
  • Examinations
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)
  • Presentations
  • Quizzes

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials