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Personal trainers conduct private sessions with clients to help them achieve fitness goals. These sessions can include everything from walking clients through a routine in the gym to meeting them in a park or other outdoor area for an outdoor exercise program. You'll create PT training plans based on clients' goals, best interests and ability.
As a personal sports trainer, you'll devise suitable workout programs, know how to deliver these programs safely, answer clients' health and safety questions and also be comfortable with interacting with people on a regular basis. Depending on your circumstances, your schedule can be flexible in terms of timings and location.
There are 2 courses available for people who want to become a Personal Trainer.
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Become a qualified personal trainer with the SIS40221 Certificate IV in Fitness. This nationally recognised certificate will teach you how to develop personalised exercise programs for clients and help them reach their fitness goals. The course begins with an introduction to human anatomy and physiology as well as the fundamentals of health science and nutrition. You’ll also learn how to carry our client fitness assessments, lead group training sessions, and instruct clients on gym-based exercise and fitness equipment. Enquire now for entry requirements, the list of study units, and upcoming course dates in your area..
Average duration: 12 months.
The Bachelor of Exercise Science (Honours) is an advanced course that delves into the scientific principles underpinning exercise, health, and human performance. It offers a deeper understanding of biomechanics, physiology, and psychology related to exercise and sports. This course combines theoretical knowledge with practical research, equipping students with the skills to evaluate and enhance physical performance and health outcomes. Graduates will be well-prepared for professional roles in exercise science, sports coaching, rehabilitation, and health promotion. .
In Australia, a full time gym instructor generally earns $1,150 per week ($59,800 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
As of May 2020, there were 8,412 personal trainers in Australia. In terms of overall gym instructors, there were 37,800 as of May 2019, with that number expected to grow to 43,900 by May 2024.
Source: Ibis World and The Labour Market Information Portal - 2019 Occupational Projections
To become a personal trainer, you usually must complete a Certificate IV in Fitness. This course of study can take 9-12 months to complete depending on if you study full time or part time and whether you choose to study in-person, online or via blended study. You will also often need to complete a practical placement, as well as earn first-aid and CPR certificates.
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Here are some potential career pathways within fitness and sport coaching. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Fitness
Fitness Instructor
$1,060 weekly pay
Gym Instructor
Gym Receptionist
$960 weekly pay
Personal Trainer
$1,150 weekly pay
Wellness Coach
$1,539 weekly pay
Wellness Coordinator
$1,711 weekly pay
Yoga Instructor
Advanced Personal Trainer
$1,350 weekly pay
Exercise Physiotherapist
$1,500 weekly pay
Fitness Centre Manager
Fitness Studio Manager
Gym Manager
Rehabilitation Specialist
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Sport Coaching
Sports Coach
Swimming Instructor
Athlete
$1,250 weekly pay
High Performance Coach
Performance Coach
$1,860 weekly pay
Sports Analyst
Sports Scientist
$1,440 weekly pay
Athletic Director
$2,710 weekly pay
Exercise Physiologist
Sports Development Manager
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