Course Description:
Personal Training is a career path in the fitness industry that requires a balance of academic and technical knowledge, clinical skills, manual dexterity, sensitivity and awareness. HACC’s Personal Trainer certificate includes coursework that includes exercise design and instruction. Students have the opportunity to work with the public on exercise activities, strength training and stretching, as well as fitness assessments. Students are taught scope of practice, coaching skills, and professionalism. This program prepares students to take a nationally certified credentialing exam for personal trainer. Applicant's may register on line and are provided an enrollment package the first night of class. This 316 hour program is completed within 20-weeks. Classes are offered twice a week along with 8 hours of study through Virtual Learning. This program is offered at the Harrisburg Campus.
