Personal Trainer Preparation
Course and Certificate Information
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The Personal Trainer Preparation Certificate of Completion is designed to prepare students for the Certified Personal Trainer exam through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NCSA). Students will learn the basics for instructing and coaching individuals in an exercise setting, as well as the CPR and First Aid skills needed when working as a personal trainer.
- NC.HLTH 001 - Adult and Pediatric CPR, First Aid, and AED: Presents the skills needed to recognize and respond to a variety of first aid, breathing, and cardiac emergencies involving adults, children, and infants. Upon successful completion of this course, students to receive a digital American Red Cross certificate for Adult and Pediatric CPR, First Aid, and AED (valid for two years) for an additional fee. Obtaining the American Red Cross certificate for Adult and Pediatric CPR, First Aid, and AED meets OSHA/workplace requirements.
- NC.HLTH 002 - Personal Trainer Certification Preparation: Prepares students to take the CPT, Certified Personal Trainer exam through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). Covers methods of client assessment, measurement, and evaluation. Highlights include resistance training program design, nutrition, body composition, and cardio-respiratory fitness. Instruction in proper weight training exercise fundamentals and spotting techniques.
- NC.HLTH 003 - Principles of Coaching: Examines the practice of coaching individuals and teams including personal coaching
philosophy, skill development, team management, injury prevention, and the development
of a personal coaching philosophy.
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COURSE
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FORMAT
DATES
FACULTY
67817 NC.HLTH- 001 Adult/Ped CPR/FIrst Aid/AED In person only on
Monday 3/20/23
6:00-9:00 PM
Valencia Campus
HSLH-306
Online3/13/23 - 3/26/23 Rieck, G 67819 NC.HLTH 001 Adult/Ped CPR/FIrst Aid/AED In person only on
Wednesday 5/3/23
6:00-9:00 PM
Valencia Campus
HSLH-306
Online
4/24/23 - 5/7/23 Rieck, G 67822 NC.HLTH 002 Personal Trainer Cert Prep Online Online 4/10/23 - 6/1/23 Tripoli, D 69241 NC.HLTH 003 Principles of Coaching Online Online 3/20/23 - 3/31/23 Hooper, L -
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COURSE
TITLE
NOTES
FORMAT
DATES
FACULTY
70042 NC.HLTH- 001 Adult/Ped CPR/FIrst Aid/AED In person only on
Tuesday
6:00-9:00 PM
Valencia Campus
Online with one in person meeting7/3/23 - 7/15/23 Rieck, G 70043 NC.HLTH 001 Adult/Ped CPR/FIrst Aid/AED In person only on
Wednesday
6:00-9:00 PM
Valencia Campus
Online with one in person meeting
7/31/23 - 8/12/23 Rieck, G
For Questions Call 661-362-3304 or email PPL@canyons.edu