Women's Fitness Education
Certificate IV in Fitness
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)A Certificate IV in Fitness (SIS40221) provides a pathway to work as an employed or self-employed personal trainer in settings such as fitness facilities, gyms, leisure and community centres, client workplaces and homes, and outdoor locations.
This qualification reflects the role of personal trainers who develop, instruct and evaluate personalised exercise programs for generally healthy and low risk clients, to achieve specific fitness goals. Clients with higher health risks are referred to medical or allied health professionals.
Personal trainers may offer services to individuals and groups, and may provide online training services. In some employment contexts, personal trainers may be involved in team leadership or supervisory activities.
Delivery mode
Women's Fitness Education offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Age: Must be at least 16 years of age
- Education: Must have completed year 10 (or equivalent)
- Residency Status: Must be a permanent Australian resident (or equivalent)
- Resources: Must have access to a computer and internet access
- Must have completed the following units (or equivalent):
- HLTAID011: Provide First Aid
- HLTWHS001: Participate in workplace health and safety
- SISFFIT032: Complete pre-exercise screening and service orientation
- SISFFIT033: Complete client fitness assessments
- SISFFIT035: Plan group exercise sessions
- SISFFIT036: Instruct group exercise sessions
- SISFFIT040: Develop and instruct gym-based exercise programs for individual clients
- SISFFIT047: Use anatomy and physiology knowledge to support safe and effective exercise
- SISFFIT052: Provide healthy eating information
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Certificate IV in Fitness will prepare you for the following roles.
Personal Trainer
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Fitness Studio Manager
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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
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About Women's Fitness Education
Empowering Women to Educate, Thrive, and Lead in the Fitness Industry.
Our community is a supportive community focused on helping women excel in the fitness industry. We provide education, guidance, and opportunities for women to thrive and take leadership roles in this field.
In an industry where both men and women have valuable contributions, we aim to foster inclusivity and equality. However, the most current data from 2022, shows about 4.4 million women in Australia took part in fitness or gym activities — even more than men!
We know that women's bodies have special changes throughout their lives: from the challenges of teenage years, through the physical shifts of pregnancy, to the hormonal changes of menopause. That's why understanding fitness for women is different than for men. That's why our Certificate 3 and 4 in Fitness and our bonus courses dive deep into these unique stages of a woman's life, teaching you how to offer the right kind of guidance for all women. We provide resources, mentorship, certifications, and a welcoming community to assist women in achieving their fitness career aspirations.
With so many women in Australia focusing on their health, this special knowledge can make you a top choice. Our goal is to see more women in fitness professions and leadership roles, contributing positively to the fitness industry. Join us and be the expert that millions of Australian women are searching for.
