Certificate III & IV in Fitness - Online

The Certificate III and IV in Fitness Bundle consists of both the Certificate III in Fitness and the Certificate IV in Fitness.

Note: We have contextualised the certifications for people who want to train older adults. Any practical tasks in the course have been tailored so they are suitable for people aged over 50.

Certificate III in Fitness (SIS30321)

  • Study 100% online

  • Study at your own pace, in your own time

  • Acquire specialised skills to instruct gym programs and / or group fitness programs

Certificate IV in Fitness (SIS40221)

  • Study 100% online

  • Study at your own pace, in your own time

  • Become a Personal Trainer

Online Learning:

All our theory learning is delivered via our online learning centre that you can log in to 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The learning material includes videos, PowerPoint Presentations, and Online Text Books.

Practice Sessions:

The practice sessions allow you to gain the confidence of working with real clients.

Practical Assessment: The final step in the process is to complete the live Practical Assessment.

Course Outline:

Package Consists of Two Courses:

SIS30321 – Certificate III in Fitness

SIS40221 – Certificate IV in Fitness

Duration:

12 Months for each course

Certificate III & IV in Fitness

Personal Trainer Certification

Certificate III in Fitness (SIS30321)

This qualification reflects the role of group and gym fitness instructors.

Module 1: Health Appraisal

BSBPEF301 : Organise personal work priorities (core)

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to organise personal work schedules, to monitor and obtain feedback on work performance and to maintain required levels of competence.

SISFFIT032: Complete pre-exercise screening and service orientation (core)

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to screen clients for participation in exercise programs and to provide general advice about programs and services suitable to clients.

SISFFIT033: Complete client fitness assessments (core)

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to assess current fitness capabilities of clients using information from industry standard pre-exercise screening as the starting point. It requires the ability to complete assessments using a range of activities and measurements and to document outcomes.

SISFFIT052: Provide healthy eating information (core)

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide general, and not individualised, information about healthy eating to fitness clients. Information is based on the main recommendations of the current Australian national dietary guidelines which aim to promote optimal health and wellbeing for generally healthy people.

Module 2: Exercise Instruction

SISFFIT040: Develop and instruct gym-based exercise programs for individual clients (core)

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop tailored gym-based exercise programs for individuals where the level of personalised instruction, ongoing client monitoring and program evaluation is limited. Clients are provided with initial instruction and then largely self-manage their own exercise sessions at the gym, according to the program, without ongoing one-to-one instruction.

SISFFIT047 : Use anatomy and physiology knowledge to support safe and effective exercise (core)

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify the role of anatomy and physiology knowledge in fitness instruction, and to use that knowledge to develop and instruct safe and effective exercise activities.

BSBOPS304: Deliver and monitor a service to customers (core)

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify customer needs, deliver and monitor customer service and identify improvements in the provision of customer service.

Module 3: Group Fitness

HLTAID011 : Provide First Aid (core)

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to a casualty in line with first aid guidelines determined by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other Australian national peak clinical bodies.

SISFFIT035 : Plan group exercise sessions (core)

This unit describes the performance outcomes, knowledge and skills required to plan group exercise sessions designed for participation by mixed ability groups, or by groups that predominately comprise a particular profile, for example, older people. It requires the ability to account for the participation of individuals from specific population groups and of diverse abilities and allow for modifications that can be made during instruction.

SISFFIT036 : Instruct group exercise sessions (core)

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare for and deliver land-based group exercise sessions according to predesigned session plans which may have been developed by self or others.

HLTWHS001 : Participate in workplace health and safety (core)

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required for workers to participate in safe work practices to ensure their own health and safety, and that of others.

Module 4: Fitness Business

BSBESB301: Investigate business opportunities (elective)

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify a business opportunity and its key components. This requires undertaking research to determine the viability of the opportunity, with reference to the legislative frameworks affecting the business.

BSBOPS403: Apply business risk management processes (elective)

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify business risks and to apply established risk management processes to a defined area of operations that are within the responsibilities and obligations of the work role.

BSBESB404: Market new business ventures (elective)

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and implement a marketing strategy that is integrated into the business plan in order to improve the performance of a business venture. It involves analysing and interpreting market data.

SIRXSLS001: Sell to the retail customer (elective)

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to deliver quality customer service and sell to retail customers. It requires the ability to determine customer needs, match products and services to their needs, and facilitate a sale.

Nationally Accredited Courses delivered by FEO Academy RTO45428

Certificate IV in Fitness (SIS40221)

This qualification reflects the role of personal trainers

Module 1: Health Coaching

BSBPEF302: Develop Self Awareness (elective)

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to improve self-reliance to confidently perform work tasks within the scope of own responsibility. It involves reflecting on personal development and acquiring knowledge of personal strengths and weaknesses through feedback from others. It also involves the development of goals and plans to improve workplace performance.

SISFFIT053: Support healthy eating for individual fitness clients

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify individual client needs for healthy eating advice, and provide information that supports clients to establish healthier eating patterns. Information is based on the current Australian national dietary guidelines and associated resources which aim to promote optimal health and wellbeing for generally healthy people.

SISFFIT050: Support exercise behaviour change (core)

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to establish current patterns of client exercise and support clients to make changes to optimise fitness outcomes, health and wellbeing. Support for behaviour change reflects evidence-based approaches and can be integrated into fitness assessment, program planning, instruction and evaluation.

Module 2: Advanced Programming

SISFFIT049: Use exercise science principles in fitness instruction (core)

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify how exercise science principles (also known as exercise training principles) apply to fitness instruction, and use those principles in the design and ongoing modification of exercise programs for clients.

SISFFIT041: Develop personalised exercise programs (core)

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop exercise programs and a series of sessions tailored to individual client needs, exercise preferences and fitness goals.

Module 3: Personal Training

SISFFIT043: Develop and instruct personalised exercise programs for body composition goals (core)

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop and instruct exercise programs and sessions specifically tailored for individual older clients. Older clients are those aged at least 55 years; however, they can be significantly older. It covers skills for evaluating and modifying programs in response to client monitoring and feedback. Programs and sessions take account of the particular issues and risks for older clients.

SISFFIT044: Develop and instruct personalised exercise programs for older clients (core)

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop exercise programs and a series of sessions tailored to individual client needs, exercise preferences and fitness goals.

SISFFIT042: Instruct personalised exercise sessions (core)

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare for, instruct and evaluate pre-designed exercise sessions that have been tailored to individual client needs, exercise preferences and fitness goals, as part of an overall personal training program. It covers skills for modifying programs in response to ongoing client monitoring and feedback.

SISXCAI009: Instruct strength and conditioning techniques (elective)

This unit describes the performance outcomes, knowledge and skills required to use drills, exercises and activities to instruct individuals undertaking fitness programs in strength and conditioning techniques to achieve personal fitness goals.

SISXCAI010: Develop strength and conditioning programs (elective)

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop, implement and evaluate strength and conditioning programs. It focuses on the skills needed to develop programs to meet the needs of participants undertaking fitness programs to achieve personal fitness goals.


Module 4: Youth Training

SISFFIT045: Develop and instruct personalised exercise programs for adolescent clients (core)

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to complete pre-exercise screening and fitness assessments for individual clients aged thirteen to seventeen years, and to develop and instruct exercise programs and sessions specifically tailored for these clients. It covers skills for evaluating and modifying programs in response to client monitoring and feedback.

SISFFIT051: Establish and maintain professional practice for fitness instruction (core)

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to establish the industry context for fitness instruction work, develop collaborative relationships with medical and allied health professionals, and use reflective practice and critical thinking for ongoing professional development. It requires the ability to identify and evaluate evidence-based information for use in day-to-day fitness instruction activities.

CHCCOM006: Establish and manage client relationships (core)

This unit describes the skills and knowledge to establish and manage professional one-to-one relationships with clients in the context of providing an ongoing health service or intervention.

Note: You must complete the Certificate III in Fitness before commencing the Certificate IV. (as some of the units in Certificate III and considered pre requisites for Certificate IV)

Nationally Accredited Courses delivered by FEO Academy RTO45428

What is the Difference Between a Certificate Ill and Certificate IV in Fitness

The major difference between Certificate Ill and IV in Fitness is in the job opportunities on completion of the qualification. Certificate Ill in Fitness (SIS30321) is tailored for people who want to work as a Group or Gym Instructor while Certificate IV in Fitness (SIS40221) is tailored for people who want to work as a Personal Trainer.

Online Learning:

All our theory learning is delivered via our online learning centre that you can log in to 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The learning material includes videos, PowerPoint Presentations, and Online Text Books.

Practice Sessions:

The practice sessions allow you to gain the confidence of working with real clients.

Practical Assessment: The final step in the process is to complete the live Practical Assessment.

Course Outline:

Package Consists of Two Courses:

SIS30321 – Certificate III in Fitness

SIS40221 – Certificate IV in Fitness

Duration:

12 Months for each course

Certificate III & IV in Fitness

Personal Trainer Certification

How do you complete the Certificate III and IV in Fitness online?

Theory: All our theory learning is delivered via our online learning platform. You can log in to the platform 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

We understand that all students have different learning styles, so we've included the content in a variety of mediums, including on-demand videos, PowerPoint presentations, online ebooks, audiobooks, podcasts, and more. Students can consume the content in the medium in their preferred learning style.

Practical Sessions: If you choose to study with Masters Fitness Academy, there is no 'work placement' or 'practice hours' in a gym required. You will however need to perform 'practise sessions' with a 'practise client' throughout the course. These practise sessions allow you to gain the confidence of working with real clients.

Note: These practise sessions do not need to performed in a gym. They can performed in places such as parks, beaches, home studio etc.

How long does it take to complete a Certificate III and IV in Fitness online?

A Certificate III in Fitness (SIS30321) comprises of the 15 units of competency as outlined above, while a Certificate IV in Fitness (SIS40221) comprises of the 17 units. Students may take a maximum of up to 12 months to complete each certification (24 months in total)

At Masters Fitness Academy our qualification is delivered on demand (100% online and self paced), students have the option to progress more quickly through the qualification. The total time it takes to complete the qualification usually depends on the students previous experience, how much time they can dedicate to their study and the pace they prefer to work at.

What support is available when studying Certificate III and IV in Fitness online?

Once you commence the Certificate III in Fitness (SIS30321) and Certificate IV in Fitness (SIS40221), you will be assigned a "Trainer and Assessor" who is an experienced Fitness Professional. If you need any support throughout the course, your Trainer will be able to guide you. You can contact your Trainer via either phone, email or zoom. You will also gain access to our student only Facebook Group.

How fast is the turn around time on assessments?

At Masters Fitness Academy, we pride ourselves on having the fastest turn around time in the industry. Assessment feedback and result is delivered within 1 business day. Students can continue with their course while waiting for this feedback, ensuring no interruption to their studies.

Do I need a mentor to complete the Certificate III and Certificate IV in Fitness online with MFA?


Although a mentor can be extremely helpful while completing an online Certificate III and Certificate IV in Fitness, if you choose with to study with Masters Fitness Academy, it not mandatory. Between our in house trainers, assessors, online resources and student only Facebook Group. The course can be completed without a mentor.

Masters Fitness Academy - Work Placement Partners


Although there is no required work placement in a gym as part of our certification - we have a formal arrangement with both Fitness First and Goodlife. If you'd prefer to complete your practise sessions at a fitness facility - you're welcome to do it at any Fitness First or Goodlife facilities across Australia.

Certificate III & IV in Fitness

Personal Trainer Certification

Why Choose Masters Fitness Academy?

You'll get the following courses included:

Discover effective workout strategies tailored specifically for older adults.

Course Content Includes:

  • Seated Dumbbell Workout

  • Standing Dumbbell Workout

  • Balloon Workout

  • Resistance Band Workout

  • TRX Workout for Older Adults

  • Chair Aerobics

  • Chair Yoga Workout for Older Adults

Learn to safely train older adults. Get the skills for effective, enjoyable workouts tailored to their needs

Course Content Includes:

  • Scope of Practise, Pre Screening and Intensity

  • Dispelling Myths When Working with Seniors

  • Considerations for a Successful Older Adults Session

  • Fun Training for Seniors - The Myofascial Perspective

  • References

Reduce the risk of falls for older adults. Learn essential strategies to implement during/after training

Course Content Includes:

  • Scope, Pre Screening and Intensity

  • Falls Prevention and the Role Personal Trainers Play

  • Balance Testing for Older Adults

  • Balance Training for Older Adults

Learn to effectively train older adults with chronic conditions.

Course Content Includes:

  • Chronic Conditions for Older Adults & How to Train Them

  • Exercise and Osteoporosis

  • Exercise and Arthritis

  • Exercise and Brain Health / Dementia

Master the business strategies to effectively manage and grow a fitness business for older adults.

Course Content Includes:

  • How to run a Gym / Studio Business (for the over 50s)

  • How to run a Personal Training Business (for the over 50s)

  • Growing your Seniors Business: Panel Discussion

Live Monthly Webinar via Zoom (optional)

At Masters Fitness Academy, we've designed our certification so it can be completed on demand, in your own time at your own pace. We do however understand the power of learning live. For this reason we run a

live monthly webinar

(via zoom) covering a different topic on Women's Health / Fitness. This session may delivered in house by one of our experts - or we may bring in guest speaker.

You can choose to attend these sessions live or watch the replay.

Note: These zoom sessions are optional and NOT compulsory to attend

Certificate III & IV in Fitness

Personal Trainer Certification

What can you do with a Certificate III and IV in Fitness


On completion of the Certificate III in Fitness (SIS30321), students will be qualified as both a Gym Instructor and a Group Fitness Instructor.

Gym Instructor: A Gym Instructor's role usually involves pre screening new members, writing customised programs, monitoring the gym floor, encouraging members while they workout, helping members with technique, ensuring overall safety by identifying potential hazards and being prepared with first aid assistance when necessary.

Group Fitness Instructor: A Group Fitness Instructor leads dynamic exercise sessions designed for diverse groups of clients, accommodating a range of ages and fitness levels. These sessions could be freestyle, follow a pre-choreographed routine, or be structured as circuits. These classes focus on guiding the group as a whole rather than individual coaching and the instructor ensures every session is energetic, safe, and inclusive for all participants.

On completion of the Certificate IV in Fitness (SIS40421), students will be a qualified Personal Trainer.

According to Fitness Registration body AUSactive, a Personal Trainer's scope of practice includes

A. Pre-exercise health screening

B. Safety and risk assessment and management

C. Application of first aid to clients where required

D. Fitness assessment and analysis in accordance with knowledge and skill obtained through qualification and/ or continuing education

E. Development of safe, effective and appropriate exercise programs tailored to client or group needs

F. Exercise delivery inclusive of demonstrating, instructing, monitoring, reviewing and modifying program content including technique, method and progression

G. Working within professional limitations to provide basic healthy eating information and advice through the application of nationally endorsed nutritional standards and guidelines

H. Provision of general nationally endorsed public health information that will educate and support positive client health outcomes

I. Use of evidence based protocols to enhance client exercise adherence through goal setting, motivation, guidance, social support, relapse prevention and feedback

J. Referring to medical or allied health professionals for guidance. Utilising best practice referral/ feedback processes to optimise client health outcomes

Professional Registration on Completion of a Certificate III and IV in Fitness

On completion of the Certificate III and IV in Fitness, students will be able to register with any of the major fitness registration bodies in Australia including AUSactive, Physical Activity Australia and FITREC.


AUSactive: AUSactive is Australia’s peak body for the exercise and active health sector, and their goal is to activate Australians to move more.

With a Certificate III and IV in Fitness, you can register as a Gym Instructor or a Group Exercise Instructor (for Certificate III - SIS30321), and as a Personal Trainer (for Certificate IV in Fitness - (SIS40221) with AUSactive


Physical Activity Australia: Physical Activity Australia were the first fitness registration body in Australia and have been supporting, advising and guiding fitness professionals since 1982.

With a Certificate III and IV in Fitness, you can register as an Exercise Instructor (for Certificate III in Fitness - SIS30321) and as a Personal Trainer for Certificate IV in Fitness (SIS40421) with Physical Activity Australia.


FITREC: FITREC is a Health, Wellness and Fitness Registration body based in Australia. It provides registration services for the Fitness Industry in Australia and Internationally.

With a Certificate III and IV in Fitness, you can register as a Gym Instructor or a Group Exercise Instructor (for Certificate III - SIS30321), and as a Personal Trainer (for Certificate IV in Fitness - SIS40221) with FITREC.

Further Studies

On completion of the Certificate III and IV in Fitness (SIS40421), students can continue to up skill by taking Continuous Education Credit (CEC) courses.

Areas to focus on could include

- Bootcamp

- Functional Training

- Programming

- Training Older Adults

- Training Kids / Young Adults

- Body Composition

- Nutrition

- Mobility

- Training Special Populations

Certificate III & IV in Fitness

Personal Trainer Certification

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Personal Trainer Certification

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Entry Requirements

  • Education: You will need to have completed year 10 or equivalent (i.e., a qualification at certificate II level or higher. or 2 years of industry experience in a role that requires the use of written documentation and communication).

  • Minimum Age: You need to be at least 16 years of age. If you're under 18, a parent or guardian will need to sign your enrolment form.

  • Residency Status: You need to be a permanent Australian resident or equivalent.

  • Working with Children Check: For the work placement portion of your course, you may need a current "Working with Children Check Clearance" issued by the relevant authority in your state/territory.

Certificate III & IV in Fitness

Personal Trainer Certification