American Council on Exercise
Intro to Personal Training: A Career Starter Course Specialization
American Council on Exercise

Intro to Personal Training: A Career Starter Course Specialization

Fast-track your personal training career. Gain foundational skills in personal training, including exercise science, program design, client assessment, and professional responsibilities.

Cedric X. Bryant

Instructor: Cedric X. Bryant

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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
4.8

(5 reviews)

Beginner level

Recommended experience

1 month
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Fundamentals of Personal Training: Including client assessment, program design, and effective training techniques.

  • Client Communication and Motivation: Strategies for building strong client relationships to enhance client adherence and success.

  • Business Skills: Including marketing strategies, client management, and financial planning.

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October 2024

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Specialization - 3 course series

What you'll learn

  • The curriculum covers foundational concepts and practical skills needed to start a successful career in personal training.

Skills you'll gain

Category: professional responsibilities
Category: skills in personal training
Category: Exercise Science
Category: program design
Category: client assessment

What you'll learn

  • The curriculum covers foundational concepts and practical skills needed to start a successful career in personal training.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Program Design
Category: Client Assessment
Category: Professional Responsibility
Category: personal training skills
Category: Exercise Science
Category: program design
Category: client assessment

What you'll learn

  • The curriculum covers foundational concepts and practical skills needed to start a successful career in personal training.

Skills you'll gain

Category: professional responsibilities
Category: skills in personal training
Category: Exercise Science
Category: program design
Category: client assessment

Instructor

Cedric X. Bryant
American Council on Exercise
3 Courses369 learners

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