Certificate III in Fitness (SIS30321)

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

These fitness instructors may plan and deliver group exercise sessions and develop gym-based programs for individuals where the level of personalised instruction and ongoing client monitoring is limited. They work in predictable environments under general supervision.

When instructing groups or interacting with clients, they use discretion and judgment to solve routine issues within the parameters of clearly defined organisational policies and procedures.

This qualification provides a pathway to work as a fitness instructor in settings such as fitness facilities, gyms, and leisure and community centres.

Note: We have contextualised the certification 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

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

SIS30321 – Certificate III in Fitness

Duration:

Up to 12 months

Certificate III in Fitness (303221)

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.

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Certificate III in Fitness (SIS30321) - Online

Why Choose Masters Fitness Academy?

1) Companion Courses

When you study your Certificate III in Fitness (SIS30321) with Masters Fitness Academy, you will also get access to the following courses included for free.

1) Workout Ideas for Older Adults (valued at $400)

2) Programming for Older Adults (valued at $400)

3) Fall Prevention for Older Adults (valued at $400)

4) Train Clients with Conditions (valued at $400)

5) Business Essentials for Training Older Adults (valued at $400)

These courses will equip you with additional knowledge as a Fitness Professional and provide you with a unique advantage when entering the Fitness Industry.

2) We have specifically adapted the certification to meet the needs of those who aim to train older adults.

To ensure relevance and effectiveness, all practical tasks within the course have been carefully tailored to be appropriate for individuals aged over 50. This customisation helps ensure that the training methods and exercises provided are both safe and beneficial, aligning with the physical capabilities and health considerations typical of this age group.

Certificate III in Fitness (SIS30321) - Online

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.