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Personal Training
What you'll learn
Share your passion for fitness with others in this Personal Training microcredential. You will learn concepts and structures of basic anatomy, physiology, human movement, biomechanics, nutrition, metabolism, and kinesiology principles. You will learn how to recognize the relationship between physical activity and risk for disease, including the importance of lifestyle choices, exercise psychology, and behavior, and how these relate to overall health. You will gain essential skills in conducting fitness assessments, developing fitness and wellness programs, and using a variety of exercise formats to help others learn proper exercise techniques. Successful completion of this microcredential prepares you for continued study, to sit for national personal training certification, and to immediately apply for personal trainer positions.
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This microcredential is stackable
Credits earned in the completion of this microcredential can be applied toward completion of a related certificate or degree program. It is a building block that gives you a jump start to education and career success.
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*Estimated tuition
Each campus will confirm final costs. The estimated tuition shown above is based on NYS residency for this institution. Tuition can vary based on full- or part-time attendance, residency and whether the courses are undergraduate or graduate. Additional costs include fees and books. Some available grant funding for eligible students may be highlighted on this page. For information on other possible financial support to help you pay for your microcredential, please visit our For You page.
*Estimated cost
Each campus will confirm final cost. Some available grant funding for eligible students may be highlighted on this page. For information on other possible financial support to help you pay for your microcredential, please visit our For You page.