Australian Fitness Academy
Certificate IV in Fitness
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Take the next step in your career and gain the qualification you need to become a Personal Trainer.
If you currently work in the fitness industry as a Gym or Group Fitness Instructor, elevate yourself to the next level by studying the SIS40221 Certificate IV in Fitness to become a Personal Trainer.
By gaining a higher qualification in fitness, you will open up an array of career opportunities both in Australia and internationally.
The Certificate IV in Fitness builds on your existing knowledge and skills and covers more advanced methods of programming including one-on-one and group PT, functional movement analysis, programming for body composition and specific client groups, marketing and business, and much more.
Delivery mode
Australian Fitness Academy offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Locations
- Caulfield, Melbourne
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Certificate IV in Fitness will prepare you for the following roles.
Personal Trainer
Personal trainers conduct private sessions with clients to help them achieve fitness goals. These sessions can include everything from walking clie...
Fitness Studio Manager
A Fitness Studio Manager coordinates operations at a fitness centre or gym. You’ll make sure the facility is running efficiently and deal with any...
Fitness Instructor
Fitness instructors lead group exercise classes in an effort to help people achieve their fitness goals. Whether it be at a local gym or fitness ce...
Swimming Instructor
A Swimming Instructor provides instruction and coaching to people learning to swim. You’ll work with swimmers of all abilities from young children...
Gym Instructor
Gym instructors teach and educate trainers in both individual and group settings. Responsibilities can include everything from showing fitness cent...
About Australian Fitness Academy
Australian Fitness Academy has been delivering fitness qualifications for over 32 years. Over this time we have discovered how students prefer to study and how to effectively integrate study into people’s lifestyles (through offering online and face-to-face courses), whilst not compromising on the standards of our courses. Our qualifications are nationally recognised, you can study from anywhere in Australia, or the world, and extensive student support services are in place to support you through your course and into a rewarding career in the fitness industry.
AFA also specialises in Professional Development courses for the fitness industry. The Professional Development courses and short workshops aim to ensure fitness professionals continue enhancing their personal training skills, keep their knowledge up-to-date and gain valuable professional development credits to go towards their industry registration.
AFA has established a wide network of industry partners from across the fitness and wellness sector, connecting graduates to genuine employment outcomes through work placement and referral pathways.
