The National Certificate in Fitness is a comprehensive course for the aspiring fitness professional, including both theoretical and practical elements.
Our key focus is on producing fitness professionals who demonstrate competency in the workplace. This certification is carefully designed to ensure that you are immersed in the fitness industry while you study, so that you not only possess the latest information available, but have the confidence and ability to apply your skills once qualified. Upon completion of this qualification, you will be equipped to:
This course is accredited through the Department of Education by CATHSSETA and is recognised by REPSSA.
The course will equip students with both theoretical and practical knowledge necessary to successfully operate as a personal trainer. A student who has achieved this qualification will be able to: 1. Design and implement a physical activity programme for apparently healthy individuals, plus screen, assess and monitor health related fitness programmes, without direct supervision. 2. Promote and provide safe and effective physical activity participation to meet participant/s fitness requirements. In addition, this qualifying learner will have the knowledge for appropriate referral to other health care providers.
Introduction to the Fitness Industry & Professional Conduct / Anatomy & Biomechanics / Exercise Physiology / Screening & Assessment of Clients / Training Principles & Methods / Exercise Programme Design / Health & Safety / Nutrition Principles / Special Needs / Exercise Instruction, Communication & Leadership / Entrepreneurship & Fitness Business Development
Students must possess a NQF level 4 or matric qualification or the equivalent thereof. Students do not require any prior experience in the field of health and fitness.
Personal Trainer / Group Exercise Instructor / Fitness Manager / Gym Manager / Fitness & Wellness Consultant
This course is recognised by REPSSA and can ported to international Registers in other REPS regions, including the United Kingdom, Europe, Middle East, Australasia, India, Canada and the USA.
