Certificate III In Fitness

Use your passion for fitness to start an exciting career

Chisholm's Certificate III in Fitness provides you with the perfect blend of theory and practice with the additional support of online access to all of your learning resources and assessments anytime you want.

With over 20 years' experience delivering fitness programs and hundreds of graduates employed in the fitness industry, we know what employers are looking for and the best ways to get you there. With a modern purpose-built training gym on our Berwick campus and an exclusive partnership with the Peninsula Aquatic and Recreation Centre, you can be assured you'll be learning in the best possible environment.

Our industry leading teachers, exceptional facilities and unbeatable student support will see you well on your way to a rewarding career in the fitness industry.

Course code: SIS30313
Location: Frankston, Berwick
Length: Full Time, 6 months.
Commencing: March, July, September

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During the course, you’ll develop practical skills in areas such as fitness orientation and health screening, endurance and weight training and risk analysis. You'll gain the underrpinning knowledge in subjects such as anatomy and physiology, nutrition, and recovery programming, to ensure you're well prepared to start your career.

Experienced teachers, who are experts in the field, will guide you through the program, which involves a combination of face-to-face, industry-based, online and practical learning.

With this nationally recognised qualification, you’ll be ready to work as a gym supervisor, fitness instructor or sports trainer in a variety of environments.

Chisholm TAFE is the largest provider of tertiary and vocational education in Melbourne's south east. With state-of-the-art facilities, professional training and support, you'll enjoy studying at Chisholm. So why wait? Apply now.

Sample study units

Unit code	Unit Description
SISFFIT306A	Provide healthy eating information to clients in accordance with recommended guidelines
SISFFIT305A	Apply anatomy and physiology principles in a fitness context
SISFFIT301A	Provide fitness orientation and health screening
SISFFIT303A	Develop and apply an awareness of specific populations to exercise delivery
SISXRSK301A	Undertake risk analysis of activities
SISFFIT312A	Plan and deliver an endurance training program

Admission requirements
There are no formal requirements for this course

Fees

Fees
Fees and charges	Concession card holder or dependant	Government subsidised	Full-fee-paying student
Maximum full course tuition fee* (GST exempt)	$933.00	$4664.00	$5023.00
Materials fee (GST inc)	$255.00	$255.00	$255.00
Student Services and Amenities fee (GST inc)	$75.00	$175.00	$175.00
Ancillary fee	$25.00	$25.00	$25.00
Total	$1288.00	$5119.00	$5478.00

*The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.

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Payment plans

At Chisholm, you can spread your tuition costs over the year by making part payments via direct debit on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis. Payment plans are available for local students enrolling in certificate level courses only. Read more about payment plans.

Scholarships

Annual scholarships may be available to eligible students suffering financial hardship through the Caroline Chisholm Education Foundation. Find our more about the scholarships, which to date have supported more than 150 students with grants ranging from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand, depending on circumstance and the area of study.

Career pathways

Nationally recognised training	Certificate III In Fitness	Certificate IV In Fitness
Possible job outcome	fitness instructor sports trainer	personal trainer gymnasium manager sports and fitness Coach

Skills recognition

Did you know that your current skills, knowledge and experience can help you get a qualification.

Find out more about skills recognition and RPL.