Overview
Note: This program is not currently admitting new students.
The Group Fitness Instructor certificate prepares students for job activities such as designing safe classes for traditional and/or step aerobic exercises, scheduling classes, setting goals, and motivating participants.
Graduates are prepared to take a national certification examination to become a Certified Group Fitness Instructor. Graduates may work in health clubs, corporate fitness centers, aerobic studios, or recreation programs.
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Career Outlook
Graduates Are Prepared To
- Work in health clubs, corporate fitness centers, aerobic studios, or recreation programs
- Design safe classes for traditional and step aerobic exercises
- Take a national certification examination to become a Certified Group Fitness Instructor.
Representative Job Titles For Graduates
- Group Fitness Instructor
Graduate Employment Outlook
Employment of fitness trainers and instructors is projected to grow 13 percent through 2022, about as fast as the average for all occupations. As businesses, government, and insurance organizations continue to recognize the benefits of health and fitness programs for their employees, incentives to join gyms or other types of health clubs are expected to increase the need for fitness trainers and instructors.
$15.25/hour (median pay)
Graduate Starting Salary Projections
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Curriculum
Effective 2023-2024 academic year
Group Fitness Instructor Certificate (GFIC)
Program Prerequisites: Meet with Program Chair.
| Semester 1 | Lec | Lab | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMS 100 | CPR and First Aid for the Health Care Professional | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| EXS 122 | Group Fitness Instructor | 3 | 2 | 4 |
| Total Credits: | 4 | 2 | 5 | |