Fitness Technician: AAS (CTE)

Associate of Applied Science | 61 credits

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Program Description

The Fitness Technician Program is designed to prepare students to meet the growing demand in the fitness profession for personal trainers and Exercise Is Medicine clinicians. Core course content includes nutrition, kinesiology, exercise physiology, client motivation, fitness assessment, program design principles of weight training, flexibility, and cardio fitness. An internship of 120 hours is required to complete the degree.

Successful completion of the program prepares graduates to sit for certifications from various national organizations including (but not limited to): American College of Sport Medicine (ACSM), National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), ACSM - Exercise Is Medicine (EIM) and Functional Movement Systems (FMS).

Student must earn a ‘C’ grade or above in required core courses to complete program.

Career Opportunities
The Fitness Technician program is designed to give students the fundamental knowledge and skills needed to acquire meaningful employment in the fitness industry. There is a need for well-trained Exercise Therapist and Personal Trainers.

Transfer/Articulation Information
Please refer to the Student Resources section of the SLCC University Transfer webpage.

Estimated Cost for Students
Tuition and student fees: http://www.slcc.edu/student/financial/tuition-fees.aspx
Course fees: $52
Supplies: $100.00
Other: $125 FMS Credential, $300 ACSM CPT Credential

Note: Fees vary based upon specific registration and are subject to changes.

General Education Requirements

Complete all General Education courses. Refer to Notes for program specific requirements and recommendations.

Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS) General Education Requirements

Program General Education Notes

REQUIRED:

Breadth Areas: 1 course from 1 of the Breadth Areas required. This requirement will be met by completion of program requirement NUTR 1020 - Scientific Foundations of Human Nutrition (LS) .

Courses that meet General Education requirements may be used to meet program requirements unless specified by the program. If this option is chosen, students must complete additional general elective courses to meet the total credit hour requirement.

Program Requirements

Required Courses (41 Credits)

Program Electives (9 credits)

Select 9 credits from the following:

Time to Completion & Graduation Map

Fitness Technician AAS: Full-time
Time to completion is 4 semesters based on a full-time minimum of 15 credits per semester. Less than 15 credits per semester will increase time to completion.

Program Learning Outcomes

Program learning outcome alignment with Student Learning Outcomes in brackets.

Describe acute responses and chronic adaptations resulting from physical activity. [1,8]
Identify and apply influential lifestyle factors including nutrition and physical activity habits using evidence-based resources. [1,6]
Assess and evaluate health and fitness levels and interpret the data to create exercise prescriptions within professional scope of practice criteria. [1,3]
Design and implement a comprehensive exercise prescription using scientific principles of behavior modification, strength, flexibility, and cardiorespiratory training. [1,4]
Employ the knowledge and skills gained in the program to certify with a nationally recognized body preparing them to work in the fitness industry. [1,6]