Certificate III in Fitness (Fast Track)
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Course Information
The SIS30321 Certificate III & SIS40221 Certificate IV in Fitness is designed for those looking to become Group Exercise Instructors or Gym Instructors. This qualification equips you with the skills to plan and deliver group exercise sessions and create gym-based programmes for individuals, where personalised instruction and ongoing client monitoring are limited.
You will work in structured and supervised environments, such as fitness centres, gyms, and community leisure facilities. As a fitness instructor, you will use discretion and judgement when delivering exercise sessions and interacting with clients, following established organisational policies and procedures.
Where Can This Qualification Take You?
This course provides a direct pathway to employment in:
– Fitness Centres & Gyms
– Leisure & Community Centres
– Health & Wellness Clubs
Overview
Duration
12 weeks or 24 weeksDelivery mode
Face to FaceDelivery site:
Starting Date (Every 3 weeks): 2025: • 28th July • 18th August • 8th September, 29th September • 20th October • 10th November • 1st December, 22nd December 2026: • 12th January • 2nd February, 23rd February • 16th March • 6th April, 27th April • 18th May • 8th June Regulations & Standards The skills gained in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian industry standards, and codes of practice. Take the first step towards a rewarding career in fitness today!
Course Detail
Course Duration
Full Time Delivery Schedule – 12 Weeks + Work experience + 1 year gym membership included Part Time Delivery Schedule – 24 Weeks + Work experience
Student Support
• ABM assesses student support needs before enrolment via Enrolment and Pre-Enrolment Forms.
• Possible supports include LLN assistance, assistive technology, extra tutorials, and help with online learning tools.
• Additional costs or limitations are communicated before enrolment.
• If ABM cannot provide certain support, students are referred to third-party providers at their own expense.
• If ABM cannot offer a suitable learning environment, it will inform the student and may refer them to another provider instead of enrolling them.
Job roles
Gym Instructor
Group Fitness Instructor
Fitness Instructor
Pathway to further study
Students who complete this course may wish to continue their education in the fitness industry with qualifications such as the SIS50122 Diploma of Sport, Aquatics and Recreation Management, SIS50321 Diploma of Sport, SIS50421 Diploma of Outdoor Leadership.
Additional Information
Please read the Student Handbook prior to enrolment as this contains valuable information about ABM. For further information, please contact ABM by sending an email to info@abm.edu.au or call us on +61 (02) 9160 4507.
| No. of unit | Code | Title | Core or Elective |
|---|---|---|---|
| SISFFIT041 | Develop personalised exercise programs | Core | |
| SISFFIT049 | Use exercise science principles in fitness instruction | Core | |
| SISFFIT050 | Support exercise behaviour change | Core | |
| SISFFIT042 | Instruct personalised exercise sessions | Core | |
| ISFFIT044 | Develop and instruct personalised exercise programs for older clients | Core | |
| CHCCOM006 | Establish and manage client relationships | Core | |
| SISFFIT053 | Support healthy eating for individual fitness clients | Core | |
| SISFFIT043 | Develop and instruct personalised exercise programs for body composition goals | Core | |
| SISFFIT051 | Establish and maintain professional practice for fitness instruction | Core | |
| SISFFIT034 | Assess client movement and provide exercise advice | Core | |
| SISFFIT045 | Develop and instruct personalised exercise programs for adolescent clients | Core | |
| SISXCAI010 | Develop strength and conditioning programs | Elective | |
| SISFFIT046 | Plan and instruct online exercise sessions | Elective | |
| BSBESB401 | Research and develop business plans | Elective | |
| BSBESB301 | Investigate business opportunities | Elective | |
| BSBLDR414 | Lead team effectiveness | Elective | |
| BSBCRT411 | Apply critical thinking to work practices | Elective |
