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Personal Training National Certification

Personal Training National Certification

Be part of one of the hottest jobs in America! The Department of Recreational Sports and the World Instructor Training Schools (WITS) are offering personal training national certification.

This six-week intensive program provides in-class theory and hands on practical training. Certification is awarded upon completion of the course, a 20-hour internship, passing exams, and providing proof of current CPR certification.

Dates:
Saturdays from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (January 10, January 17, January 24, January 31, February 7 and February 14-testing)

Location:
The Recreation and Physical Activity Center (RPAC) on the Ohio State campus, located at 337 W. 17th Avenue (south of Ohio Stadium).

Registration:
Begins: November 3, 2008
Ends: January 3, 2009
Space is limited, so call early
Call (614) 292-7671 to register.
$25 late fee assessed after January 3, 2009

For complete course details, contact John Katsares, personal training coordinator, at (614) 292-5153.

What is Included:
Lectures (15 hours)

  • Exercise Physiology
  • Fundamentals of Anatomy
  • Biomechanics and Applied Kinesiology
  • Health Screenings
  • Fitness Testing
  • Cardio respiratory Fitness and Exercise
  • Muscular Strength and Endurance
  • Flexibility

Practical (15 hours)

  • Fitness Assessments
  • Client Rapport 
  • Biomechanics of Exercise
  • Equipment Usages
  • Weight Training Techniques

Certification Requirements

  • Proof of current CPR (for issuance of certificate)
  • Attendance at 4 of the 5 weeks of the course
  • Passing grades on both the written and practical exams
  • Completion of 20-hour practical internship

Registration Cost:
All costs are based on registering before January 3, 2009

  • $439 for current Ohio State Rec Sports Employees
    (see John Katsares)
  • $489 for all other Ohio State students and affiliates
  • $539 for the general public
  • Reduced rate parking permits are available for affiliate/community members for $7.50/month or $22.50/quarter
  • Fitness Professional's Handbook, Howley & Franks, 5th edition, can be found at www.humankinetics.com, amazon.com, or even overstock.com (Text book is required and not included in the cost).

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Department of Recreational Sports
B106 Recreation and Physical Activity Center
337 W. 17th Avenue, Columbus, OH 43210
Phone: (614) 292-7671

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