Australian Fitness Academy

Course Information

Take the next step in your career and gain the qualification you need to become a Personal Trainer.

If you currently work in the fitness industry as a Gym or Group Fitness Instructor, elevate yourself to the next level by studying the Certificate IV in Fitness to become a Personal Trainer.

Taking the next step to gain the higher qualification will open up an array of career opportunities both in Australia and internationally.

The Certificate IV in Fitness builds on your existing knowledge and skills and covers more advanced methods of programming including one-on-one and group PT, advanced strength and conditioning, functional movement analysis, marketing and business, and much more.

Study Options

We recognise that not everyone prefers to learn in the same way or has the same work and lifestyle commitments.

That’s why we offer our students the choice to study either;

• Online
• Face to Face (Part-Time or Full-Time)

Our online course is self-paced and can be completed from any location within Australia, while our face-to-face classes are held at our AFA facility in Melbourne.

These study options are designed to cater to the individual needs of students. Irrespective of the method of study, all students cover the same course content and complete the same assessments to ensure there is the consistency of learning across each study option.

Course Syllabus

• Applied Nutrition
• Motivational Psychology
• Personal Training Methods
• Athlete Strength & Conditioning
• Allied Health Industry Collaboration
• Principles of Functional Movement
• Business Operations & Marketing
• Exercise Prescription for Children & Adolescents

Employment Pathways

By completing the Certificate IV in Fitness, you’ll be opening up new doors to exciting opportunities in the industry.

As a nationally and internationally recognised Personal Trainer, you’ll be able to set up and operate your very own fitness business, work in fitness centres around the country, manage gyms and instruct bootcamps.

You can also choose to specialise in niche fitness markets like older adults, children and teenagers, fitness competitors and outdoor adventure, just to name a few.

Our Job Board can connect you with our extensive industry partners including some of the biggest fitness organisations in Australia.

Get in touch now to learn more about the Australian Fitness Academy - SIS40215 Certificate IV in Fitness.