Certificate III in Fitness (Gym Instructor)

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1 of fitness SIS30315 Certificate III in Fitness (Gym Instructor)

2 At Open Colleges, we are passionate about helping people from all walks of life to achieve their aspirations and dreams. For more than 100 years, we have been opening opportunities for people across Australia. Today, Open Colleges is blazing a new trail in online education creating Australia s leader in next generation learning. Why study with Open Colleges? Freedom study where you want, when you want Our courses and learning materials have been designed specifically for online learning Our trainers and assessors are industry professionals with experience in supporting online students Our dedicated student support team is there to help you every step of the way Our virtual campus OpenSpace provides you with opportunities to interact with trainers and assessors, and students Many of our courses are nationally recognised and meet professional licensing or registration requirements. Karin Rule Head of Faculty, Health and Wellness

3 of fitness SIS30315 Certificate III in Fitness (Gym Instructor) Immerse yourself in the fascinating and dynamic world of fitness as a gym instructor with Open Colleges Certificate III in Fitness (Gym Instructor). Ideal for those new to the industry who have a real passion for fitness, wellbeing and working with people, this program lets you combine your interests and turn them into your career. The course combines the flexibility of online learning with a work placement component. This means that you can study in your own time and at your own pace, while also getting practical industry experience. Learning materials are built around a fictional fitness gym and are designed to give you a real, visual and immersive understanding of the subjects you study. During your study you will learn about human anatomy and physiology and how they apply to fitness. The course will also train you to: > Properly health screen and assess clients. > Design and deliver fitness programs. > Identify specific types of clients, and tailor programs to their needs. > Maintain sport, fitness and recreation equipment for activities. > Work in a gym environment. COURSE DETAILS Course number Delivery mode Course duration Assessments Qualification level E1168 Online with work placement Maximum 12 months Knowledge tests, case studies, audio and video demonstrations/ presentations, practical assessments and tools Certificate III Nationally recognised Yes Awarded by ICM Training (RTO 90197), in partnership with Open Colleges POTENTIAL JOBS > Fitness/Gym instructor When you complete this course you become eligible for registration with Australia s two peak health and fitness associations, Fitness Australia and Physical Activity Australia. The Certificate III in Fitness (Gym Instructor) is a pathway into the Certificate IV in Fitness (Personal Trainer) and your first step towards a career in personal training.

4 SIS30315 Certificate III in Fitness (Gym Instructor) What you need to know about this course COURSE NUMBER E1168 How is the course delivered? This is an online course with a work placement. This means that you will complete your knowledge and basic skills development through online learning, as well as a work placement. This will allow you to practice and master practical skills and gain invaluable workplace experience and contacts. Work placement will give you an invaluable opportunity to build networks in the Fitness Industry and develop your newly learned skills. What is online learning? OpenSpace is Open Colleges online campus. Through OpenSpace you will: > Access your learning materials and assessments > Undertake and upload assessments > Engage with your trainer and assessor > Participate in student forums > Have the opportunity to find a study buddy > Access your assessment results and feedback > Access the student support team > Access the Gale Library. What learning materials are included with this course? Your learning materials are accessed through OpenSpace or mailed to you directly. These include: > Online learning content > Video resources > Online forums > A course forum > Glossary of key terms > Access to relevant legislation and examples of workplace policies and procedures > News forums > Weblinks to relevant articles and information sources You will need to access OpenSpace to: > Upload assessments > Engage with your trainer and assessor > Participate in course and unit forums > Access results and other learning resources such as videos or additional readings. What is work placement? Work placement is a compulsory structured learning program undertaken in a workplace. It involves doing set tasks and activities over time under the guidance of a workplace supervisor and Open Colleges workplace assessor. During your workplacement, you will be required to complete a logbook, portfolio and undergo phone call interviews with your workplace assessor. A work placement can be a highly stimulating and rewarding part of the course. It will enable you to participate in a real workplace and put into practice the new skills and knowledge that you are learning in the course. Workplacement is designed to help assess the skills and knowledge you have developed through the course in the workplace. Open Colleges provides you with a detailed Workplace Assessment Guide. This details the specific requirements of the workplace and workplace supervisor to meet the needs of the course. You are required to identify a suitable organisation for your work placement. However, Open Colleges can provide advice and direction through our work placement support team. Please note that you may need to undertake the work placement at more than one workplace in order to meet the requirements of the course, depending on the nature and scope of activities conducted at the workplace. More information can be found in the Workplace Assessment Guide.

5 SIS30315 Certificate III in Fitness (Gym Instructor) Specific work placement requirements > Duration: Minimum of 45 hours. > Workplace: You will be required to undertake your work placement in a workplace that provides fitness services, once you have successfully completed Modules 1 to 3. Various pieces of contemporary fitness equipment should be made available to clients and staff. This might include a weights gym and an outdoor environment. It s also recommended that the facility services a range of different clients with different fitness needs. The specific requirements of the workplace are outlined in the Workplace Assessment Guide. Your workplace assessor will ascertain whether the workplace is appropriate. > Supervisor: Your supervisor is required to have achieved a Certificate IV in Fitness or above; and have at least 1 year consecutive post qualification industry experience in the application of the skills and knowledge of the Certificate III in Fitness. Your supervisor must also be current within the Fitness Industry with evidence of upholding their currency through registration with a fitness industry body such as Fitness Australia or Physical Activity Australia. > Requirements: There are a number of statutory checks that may be required by workplaces, such as a National Police Check, a First Aid Certificate and signing of a Confidentiality Agreement and Code of Conduct. These may vary by state. In addition, individual workplaces may impose additional requirements on students undertaking work placement. You will be responsible for the costs of any such checks or requirements. > Working with children check: Prior to commencing your work placement, you will be required to have successfully completed and provide evidence of a working with children check relevant to your state or territory. > Recommendation: Open Colleges recommends that you consider the work placement options in your local area prior to enrolling in this course. > Insurance: Open Colleges provides insurance cover for the mandatory work placement you undertake as part of your course. This insurance coverage includes Public and Products Liability Insurance as well as Student Personal Accident Insurance. > Questions? Contact our Enrolment Consultants on to discuss any questions you might have regarding the work placement requirements of the course. How is the course assessed? During the course, you will undertake: > Knowledge tests > Case studies > Audio and video demonstrations/presentations > Practical assessments and tools including: - A portfolio - A logbook - Student and supervisor questions. For more information on these types of assessments, see the Student Handbook, available on the Open Colleges website. What about Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)? We understand that you may already have relevant skills and areas of expertise that you have obtained in different ways and these are recognised through our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process. Open Colleges has developed an RPL Kit for this course. The Student Handbook, available on the Open Colleges website, provides more information about our RPL process. Alternatively, you can contact an Enrolment Consultant to discuss your RPL options.

6 SIS30315 Certificate III in Fitness (Gym Instructor) What is the duration of the course? The maximum duration for the course is 12 months. To complete the course in this timeframe, we recommend that you study a minimum of 23 hours per week. This is a guide only the time taken to complete your course will depend on your level of skill and knowledge. What are the entry requirements for the course? Education entry requirements You will need to have completed schooling to Year 10 and completed a qualification at the Certificate II level or higher. Minimum age requirements You will need to be at least 18 years old. English language requirements This course requires you to read comprehensive online content, undertake a range of written assessments, participate in workplace activities and engage in online forums and discussions. Furthermore, the delivery mode relies on the extensive use of written communication. As such, entry to the course requires the successful completion of English to Year 10 level. If you have not successfully completed English at Year 10 level, you can demonstrate equivalency with one of the following: > Successful completion of a Nationally Recognised Training qualification at Certificate II level or higher; OR > 2 years relevant industry experience in a role that requires the use of written documentation and communication. Open Colleges recognises that not all people are able to read, write and perform calculations to the same standard. To help give you an idea of the language, literacy and numeracy skills required to study this course, you can undertake the online Language, Literacy and Numeracy tool available on the Open Colleges website. This assessment tool can also help you determine your learning level and plan your future studies. Computing requirements Hardware and software requirements: All users: > Microsoft Office 2010 or equivalent > broadband internet connection > 2GB of RAM > CD-ROM or DVD drive > Adobe Reader XI or equivalent > Printer and associated software > Scanner and associated software > Digital imaging software > File compression software. Windows users: > Microsoft Windows 7 or higher (Windows 8 recommended) > 1 Ghz or faster processer (2GHz recommended) > Adobe Flash Player 10 or higher. Mac OS users: > Mac OSX v10.5 or higher (Mac OSX v10.6 recommended) > 1 Ghz or faster processer (2GHz recommended) > Adobe Flash Player 10 or higher. Audio-visual requirements: You will need access to software to view online videos and images. Software such as Adobe Reader, Windows Media Player, Windows Photo Viewer etc. are available as a free download from the internet. You will also need to access a digital audio and video recording device and/or digital camera and associated software to save and upload video and image files to OpenSpace. Many mobile phone and smart phones include this technology. Skill requirements To successfully complete this course, learners will require basic computing skills. This includes: > Creating, saving and editing Microsoft Office documents > Accessing and searching the internet > Downloading and saving documents from websites > Uploading documents through websites > Participating in online discussions > Connecting digital cameras and downloading

7 SIS30315 Certificate III in Fitness (Gym Instructor) and storing images > Connecting digital video devices and downloading and storing videos > Compressing image audio and video files. Important note about First Aid This course includes the unit HLTAID003 Provide first aid. To meet the requirements of this unit you will need to complete a first aid course with an accredited provider at your own cost. Many other specialist Registered Training Organisations will deliver HLTAID003 courses. Please contact an Enrolment Consultant if you would like more information on meeting this requirement. What support services are available? During your studies with Open Colleges, you will have access to a comprehensive range of support services. These include: Academic support Your experienced trainers and assessors are available in OpenSpace to answer any questions you may have regarding the learning materials or assessments. Your course coordinator can also provide you with advice and support regarding the overall course. Student support The student support team is your one-stop service centre for all student administrative issues including enrolment, change of contact details, OpenSpace support, assessment results and certification. You can access the student support team in OpenSpace or by or phone. Learning support The learning support team is a dedicated team of specialists that provide you with a comprehensive induction to studying with Open Colleges as well as specific support if you encounter learning difficulties during your studies. Learning support resources, such as writing guides, are available in OpenSpace. You can access the learning support team via your trainer and assessor or the student support team. Work placement support The work placement support team can provide you with support, advice and resources if you encounter difficulties in securing a workplace for your work placement. You can access the work placement support team via your trainer and assessor or the student support team. Peer support As a student of Open Colleges you can also access our study buddy system. This enables you to connect with other Open Colleges students studying your course that live near you. Students find this is a great way to keep motivated and build lasting friendships and networks. More information? The Student Handbook, available on the Open Colleges website, provides more detailed information on the support services available to students. We recommend that you read the Student Handbook prior to enrolling with us.

8 SIS30315 Certificate III in Fitness (Gym Instructor) What will I obtain on completion of the course? Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a nationally recognised qualification SIS30315 Certificate III in Fitness (Gym Instructor) awarded by ICM Training (RTO 90197), in partnership with Open Colleges. Professional Accreditation Upon graduation you may apply to join Fitness Australia or Physical Activity Australia. Fitness Australia and Physical Activity Australia are the two peak health and fitness industry associations and provide support services for Fitness professionals by aiding registered members attain employment, further their education and keep them informed of the latest Fitness Industry developments. I wanted to study fitness out of a general interest in the topic and a firm belief that utilising the knowledge I would gain and being fit is the easiest and best way to live a healthy, happy life. Studying with Open Colleges was excellent as far as educational information, accessibility to help and swiftness of marking assessments. Niklas Adams, Open Colleges fitness student Education pathway After successful completion of SIS30315 Certificate III in Fitness (Gym Instructor), if you also hold a current First Aid and CPR certificate, you will meet the education entry requirements for SIS40215 Certificate IV in Fitness (Personal Trainer). What funding support options exist? Austudy/Abstudy This course is Austudy/Abstudy approved, but you will need to apply directly to Centrelink for information on eligibility.

9 SIS30315 Certificate III in Fitness (Gym Instructor) Modules and Units Once you are enrolled in this course, you will receive access to Module 1, which contains the first set of units for the course. When you have successfully completed those units, you ll be given access to the next module. Modules Code Unit title Module 1: Working in fitness environments SISXIND001 SISXCCS001 Work effectively in sport, fitness and recreation environments Provide quality service Module 2: Health screening Module 3: Healthy eating Module 4: Managing risk Module 5: Fitness programs Module 6: Specific populations Module 7: Facilities and equipment SISFFIT001 SISFFIT006 SISFFIT005 SISFFIT025 SISFFIT026 BSBRSK401 HLTWHS001 SISFFIT004 SISFFIT003 SISFFIT002 SISFFIT014 SISXFAC002 SISXFAC001 - HLTAID003 Provide first aid Provide health screening and fitness orientation Conduct fitness appraisals Provide healthy eating information Recognise the dangers of providing nutrition advice to clients Support healthy eating through the Eat for Health Program Identify risk and apply risk management processes Participate in workplace health and safety Incorporate anatomy and physiology principles into fitness programming Instruct fitness programs Recognise and apply exercise considerations for specific populations Instruct exercise to older clients Maintain sport, fitness and recreation facilities Maintain equipment for activities For full course competency details visit *The completion of a First Aid Certificate is a requirement of the course. You will need to gain your certification from an accredited provider at your own cost. Whilst it is not a requirement to hold a current first aid certificate to undertake work placement in the fitness industry, workplaces have the right to request this.

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