Description:
UTRGV Continuing Education has partnered with World Instructor Training Schools (W.I.T.S.) to offer a comprehensive Personal Trainer Certification program that offers students the latest knowledge in a range of fitness training topics.
Taught over a 5-week period, this course includes 15 hours of lecture in topics including anatomy, biomechanics, nutrition, legal and safety issues, as well as 15 hours of hands-on practical fitness labs covering exercise prescription, fitness testing, health assessment, using fitness equipment, role-playing drills, presentation skills, and mastering the art and science of personal training.
Details:
What You Will You Learn:
- Understand and describe basic anatomy, Kinesiology, and exercise physiology
- Assess an individual’s level of fitness using ACSM guidelines
- Design and customize exercise programs
- Demonstrate proper execution of resistance, cardio, and flexibility exercises
- Demonstrate at least one strength exercise for every major muscle group
- Explain ACSM and AHA recommendations for cardiovascular exercise
Anyone who is interested in becoming a Certified Personal Trainer, whether it be for a career move or for personal knowledge.
High school diploma or GED.
Ms. Janice Ponce
Note: If you are applying for the Continuing Education Private Loan to cover the registration fee for a non-credit continuing education program, then please use the UTRGV Continuing Education School Code: 003599. The loan amount you note in the application cannot exceed the open enrollment fee noted on our website. The minimum for the loans must be $500.00. Some service charges may apply.
Please email continuinged@utrgv.edu once you have been approved by your loan provider so we may certify your loan.
Edinburg Course Information
Days:
Saturdays
Dates:
September 24 - October 29, 2022
Times:
Lecture: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Gym: 1:00 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Format:
In-Class
Location:
Lecture: Edinburg CESS Building
RM 1.708
Gym: Gold's Gym - Edinburg, TX
Instructor:
TBA
Cost:
$ 699
Notes:
National Exam Day is November 5, 2022.
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