Certificate III in Fitness

Use your passion for fitness to start an exciting career

Course code

SIS30315

On campus

Frankston, Berwick

Online

Not available Online

International

Not available for International students

Length

Full Time, 6 months. Part Time, 1 year.

Start dates

Weeks commencing 11 Feb

• Read more about this course

  During the course, you’ll develop practical skills in areas such as fitness orientation and health screening, endurance, weight training and risk analysis. You'll gain the underpinning 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
  BSBRSK401	Identify risk and apply risk management processes
  SISXIND001	Work effectively in sport, fitness and recreation environments
  SISCAQU002	Perform basic water rescues
  SISFFIT001	Provide health screening and fitness orientation
  SISFFIT014	Instruct exercise to older clients
  SISFFIT003	Instruct fitness programs
  SISFFIT006	Conduct fitness appraisals
  SISFFIT007	Instruct group exercise sessions
  SISFFIT005	Provide healthy eating information
  SISFFIT008	Instruct water-based fitness activities
  SISXCCS001	Provide quality service
  SISXFAC001	Maintain equipment for activities

• Career pathways

  Nationally recognised training	Certificate III in Fitness	Certificate IV in Fitness	Diploma Of Sport And Recreation Management / Diploma Of Sport Development
  Possible job outcome	fitness instructor sports trainer	sports and fitness Coach gymnasium manager personal trainer	activity program coordinator recreation coordinator sports administrator

• 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.

• Admission requirements

  Graduates must be 18 to obtain registration with either Fitness Australia or Physical Activity Australia, No formal requirements

• Fees

  Fees

  Indicative course fees
  	Government subsidised Student eligible for Skills First funding but not a concession.		Full fee paying Fees for a student not eligible for Skills First funding or concession.
  	Concession Student eligible for Skills First funding and concession.
  Maximum full course tuition fee* (GST exempt)	$1162.55	$5812.80	$7093.00
  Total course materials fee (GST inc)	$205.00	$205.00	$205.00
  Student Services fee (GST inc and maximum payable each year)	$120	$240	$240
  Payable	$1487.55	$6257.80	$7538.00

  *The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Material fees are also subject to change given individual circumstances.  Please note: Fees will be subject to change if the course runs over two or more calendar years. You will also be required to pay the Student Services fee for each year of enrolment. The ancillary fee is now incorporated into the Student Services fee. Find out about help with fees.

• Help with fees

  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.

  Government-subsidised training

  Check here to see if you are eligible for government-subsidised training. Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding.