The Less Than One Year Certificate of Completion Personal Trainer/Aging Adult Specialty prepares the student to become a personal trainer with an emphasis in working with the older adult.
Graduation Requirements
Students must complete a minimum of 18 credit hours with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 or better. All courses in this program must be completed with a ‘C’ or better. One course must be completed at Southwestern before the Less Than One Year Certificate of Completion Personal Trainer/Aging Adult is awarded.
Complete the graduation application process one term prior to the term of completion (e.g., spring term graduates must apply during winter term).
Program Guide
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HE252 | First Aid & CPR Professional Rescue | 3 |
| PE131 | Intro to Health and Physical Ed | 3 |
| PE262 | Dev Adult Fitness | 3 |
| PE280 | CWE: Physical Education | 3 |
| PET264 | Concpts Indiv Fitness Program | 3 |
| SOC230 | Gerontology | 3 |
| Total Credits | 18 | |
Program Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program the student will be able to:
- Provide a physical fitness plan for older adults, as well as younger clients.
- Develop skills in assessing the fitness level of their clients and provide them with sound activities to enhance their physical, social, environmental, emotional, and overall health.