Certificate IV in Fitness
SIS40215
Certificate IV in Fitness – SIS40215
Course Overview
Become a qualified Personal Trainer with the Certificate IV in Fitness.
You'll learn to motivate and influence positive health behaviour and support healthy eating and long-term exercise programs. You'll also learn to incorporate exercise science into your programs and collaborate with medical and allied health professionals to develop exercise programs for clients.
Studying during COVID-19 Restrictions
We've had to make adjustments to how our courses are delivered due to the restrictions imposed by COVID-19. This means that we're currently offering a combination of delivery modes including online and flexible learning and, where we can, on-campus classes with strict social distancing in place.
Career Pathways
This course prepares you to work in the Sport & Recreation industry as a Personal Trainer, Gym Manager or a Fitness Centres and Community facility Manager. Work in a gym, studio, or run your own business, inspiring and training clients one-on-one.
After graduating SIS40215 Certificate IV Fitness qualification, professional registration can be sourced from the Fitness Accreditation bodies including Fitness Australia and/ or Physical Activity Australia.
Please note, additional training would be required for you to provide advice or exercise instruction to high-risk clients, other than to refer the client to an appropriate medical or allied health professional.
Further Study
After graduating, you might like to undertake further study in the SIS50215 Diploma of Fitness or SIS50612 Diploma of Sports Development.
Course Dates & Times
Shepparton - Fryers Street
blended - Starts on 15/07/2021 - Thur & Fri - 9am to 4pm / 2021
Wangaratta - Docker Street
Blended - Starts on 15/07/2021 - Thur & Fri - 9am to 4pm/2021
Detailed Fee Information
The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Please note all fees and charges are correct at time of publication for 2021 and may change without notice.
Students will be invoiced for the components of the course that they are enrolled into for each year or semester.
Material fees cover costs associated with the following where applicable, and not limited to:
- Classroom activity consumables, handouts and booklets
- E-Learning resources and associated license access fees
- Excursions
Additionally some courses require students to purchase or supply text books, kits, tools, uniforms and personal protection equipment. Some specific materials may be purchased through the GOTAFE Bookshop. A full list with associated costs will be provided to you at your course information session or during the pre-training review Interview.
All students are required to pay an annual Student Services Fee (SSF) of $70.00. The Student Services Fee contributes to the provision of student engagement, learning and support services. SSF does not apply to short course participants.
Entry Requirements
Training package entry requirements
Entry to this qualification is open to individuals who hold a current first aid and CPR certificate and have been recognised as competent through a recognised training program or recognition process against the following units of competency:
- SISFFIT001 – Provide health screening and fitness orientation
- SISFFIT002 – Recognise and apply exercise considerations for specific populations
- SISFFIT003 – Instruct fitness programs
- SISFFIT004 – Incorporate anatomy and physiology principles into fitness programming
- SISFFIT005 – Provide healthy eating information
- SISFFIT006 – Conduct fitness appraisals
- SISFFIT014 – Instruct exercise to older clients
- SISXCCS001 - Provide quality service
GOTAFE preferred entry requirements
Before being accepted into the course applicants must:
- Attend an interview
- Undertake a Pre-training Review to document previous work experience and qualifications and assess suitability for the course
- Complete a Core Skills Profile for Adults (CSPA) test to ensure the required language, literacy and numeracy levels are met for the course
- Candidates must have a strong interest in Fitness and the Sport & Recreation industry
Course Study Units
Assessment Methods
Assessment methods may include:
- Written assignments/reports
- Exams
- Role plays
- Oral presentations
- Observations and practical demonstrations
Additional Information
Students will need access to a computer for goLearn (online) content.
Course Co-ordinator
Sharlene Wohlers
Attendance & Commitment
It is important that students commit to all course requirements, including study and assessments that the student may need to complete outside their normal training sessions.
You are encouraged to attend all face-to-face sessions and participate in all practical fitness workshops.
Students complete the course full time over 5 months, attending classes 1 day a week.
Students are also required to undertake 40 hours of practical placement in the workplace within the Fitness sector.
Where to From Here
If you need any further clarification of the information provided please contact one of our client service officers on 1300 468 233 who can assist you or submit an enquiry through our website now and one of the team will be in touch.
Educational Support Services
As an enrolled student at GOTAFE you may access a wide range of academic support services to assist you to meet the academic challenges of your course from our Learning Support Unit.
Student Support
As an enrolled student at GOTAFE you will be welcome to access a variety of non-academic support services from the Student Welfare Unit. These services are designed to best support you to successfully complete your course.
Services include on campus supports and remote supports
- Counselling
- employment information
- careers
- activities etc.
Learner's Rights
Refer to the Student Handbook for information regarding Learner’s Rights Student Handbook.
Further information is provided at course induction.
Enrolment
Please note: Eligible individuals who wish to access a government subsidised place, must participate in a Pre-training Review. This will consider your:
- Aspirations/career goals
- Educational attainment and capability
- Literacy and numeracy skills
- Suitability for Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer
Enrolment in general public entry courses will require a selection interview. Please call 1300 468 233 to enquire further.
Skills Recognition
Skills Recognition is an assessment only process that may result in credits towards a part or full qualification. There is no formal training involved, although you may choose to complete further training as a result of the assessment process.
You can apply for Skills Recognition before you enrol in the qualification you are seeking. You can apply for Skills Recognition through one or both of the following processes:
- Credit Transfer for formal training that might be equivalent to a new qualification or partial qualification
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for people who have relevant and current skills and knowledge that they have gained through non-formal or informal learning i.e. work or life experience.
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