SRF40206-1
Certificate IV in Fitness
Program CRICOS Number:066416G
Take your passion for fitness to a professional level, with a comprehensive course providing all-round skills for instructors in the fitness industry. Obtain advanced technical skills and knowledge in exercise science and programming, as well as broader business and project management skills. From employment opportunities in personal training, sports conditioning or delivering fitness classes, it’s the perfect course to get your career into shape.
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Career Opportunities
Registration as a Fitness Trainer under the Fitness Australia National Fitness Registration Scheme. Graduates can also register as Fitness Instructors.
Entry Criteria
Students must be 18 years of age, or turning 18 years of age within their first year of study
and
English Proficiency: IELTS 5.5 (with no individual band less than 5.0) or TOEFL 530 or ISLPR 2+
Academic Entry Requirements: Completion of Year 12 education in Queensland or it’s equivalent OR where experience and/or qualifications are indicative of success
and
English Proficiency: IELTS 5.5 (with no individual band less than 5.0) or TOEFL 530 or ISLPR 2+
Academic Entry Requirements: Completion of Year 12 education in Queensland or it’s equivalent OR where experience and/or qualifications are indicative of success
Program Articulation
Upon successful completion of this program, students may progress onto the Diploma of Fitness program (February Intake Only) at the Southbank Institute of Technology.
Program Duration
Full Time :
36 Teaching Weeks (approximately 11 months)
36 Teaching Weeks (approximately 11 months)
Program Award
Certificate IV
Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training.
Standard course cost will be charged for units of study/courses credited via RPL.
For additional information relating to RPL for this program, please contact:
The RPL Co-ordinator
13 72 48
rplcoordinator@southbank.edu.au
Venue
- Southbank Campus
How to Apply
Contact Southbank International Services:
Email: sbit.international@southbank.edu.au
Mail: Locked Mail Bag 111
South Brisbane QLD 4101
Australia
Telephone: +(617) 3244 5100
Facsimile: +(617) 3244 5588
Applications Close
There is only one intake per year, in February. Applications can be made at any time prior to the commencement of the program.
Cost
$8,000.00
This cost does not include any materials fees. (Please note textbooks or equipment must be purchased in addition).
For Additional Information
| Location: | International |
| Telephone: | 617 3244 5100 |
| Facsimile: | 617 3244 5588 |
| Address | |
| In Person: | Ground Level, C Block 66 Ernest Street South Brisbane |
| Mail: | Southbank International Services Locked Mail Bag 111 SOUTH BRISBANE QLD 4101 AUSTRALIA |
| Email: | sbit.international@det.qld.gov.au |
| Find us at: | www.sbi.net.au |
Course Outline
| SEMESTER 1 | Course Code | Course Name |
| BSBCMN302A | Organise Personal Work Priorities and Development |
| BSBFLM303A | Contribute to Effective Workplace Relationships |
| SRXGCSO04A | Meet Client Needs and Expectations |
| SRXGCST03A | Process Client Complaints |
| THHGCS02B | Promote Products and Services to Customers |
| SRXINU002A | Apply Sport and Recreation Law |
| SRXOHS001B | Follow Defined OHS Policy and Procedures |
| SRXRIK001A | Undertake Risk Analysis of Activities |
| .SRXFAD001A | Provide First Aid |
| SRXFAD002A | Provide Advanced First Aid Response |
| ICAITU006C | Design Computing Packages |
| SRFFIT001B | Provide Orientation to Clients Prior to Undertaking a Fitness Program |
| SRFFIT003B | Undertake Client Induction and Screening |
| SRFFIT004B | Develop Basic Fitness Programs |
| SRFFIT005B | Apply Basic Exercise Science to Exercise Instruction |
| SRFFIT014A | Provide Advice to Clients on the Application of Basic Anatomy and Physiology to Fitness Programs |
| SRFFIT006B | Use and Maintain Core Fitness Industry Equipment |
| SRFGYM001B | Instruct Fitness Activity Skills to Client Using Fitness Equipment |
| SRFGYM002B | Customise Gym Instructional Skills to Include Specific Areas of Expertise Current in the Fitness Industry |
| SRSSPT005A | Conduct Warm Up and Cool Down |
| SRFFIT015A | Provide Nutrition Advice to Clients in Accordance with Recommended Guidelines |
| SRFSPP002A | Develop and Apply an Awareness of Specific Populations to Exercise Delivery |
| SRFCTC001A | Plan and Instruct a Circuit Training Class |
| SRFETP001A | Plan and Instruct an Endurance Training Program |
| SRXGRO003A | Provide Leadership to Groups |
| VPC200 | Vocational Placement |
| SRFGEX001A | Plan and Instruct a Group Exercise Class |
| SRFAQA001B | Instruct Water Based Fitness Classes for Low Risk Clients |
| SRCAQU003B | Respond to an Aquatic Emergency Using Basic Water Techniques |
| SEMESTER 2 | Course Code | Course Name |
| BSBCMN402A | Develop Work Priorities |
| SRXGCSO06A | Address Client Needs |
| SRXGCST05A | Coordinate Client Service Activities |
| SRXINU003A | Analyse Participation Patterns in Specific Markets of the Leisure and Recreation Industry |
| SRXINU004A | Promote Compliance with Laws and Legal Principles |
| SRXOHS002B | Implement and Monitor the Organisations Occupational Health and Safety Policies, Procedures and Programs |
| SRXRIK001A | Undertake Risk Analysis of Activities |
| SRXOGN001A | Conduct Projects |
| SRFFIT010B | Utilise a Broad Range of Fitness Equipment |
| SRFFIT007B | Undertake Relevant Exercise Planning and Programming |
| SRFFIT008B | Utilise a Broad Knowledge of Exercise Science in Exercise Planning, Programming and Instruction |
| SRFFIT009B | Undertake Postural Appraisal of Low Risk Clients |
| SRFFIT011B | Provide Exercise for Fitness Industry Clients with Special Requirements |
| SRFFIT013B | Provide Information and Exercise Related to Nutrition and Body Composition |
| SRFPTI001B | Plan and Deliver Personal Training |
| SRFFIT012B | Utilise an Understanding of Motivational Psychology with Fitness Clients |
| SRFFIT010B | Utilise a Broad Range of Fitness Equipment |
| SRFCHA001A | Plan and Deliver Exercise for Children and Young Adolescents |
| SRSSTC001A | Teach or Develop Basic Skills of Strength and Conditioning |
| SRSSTC002A | Plan and Prepare a Strength and Conditioning Program for a Competitive Athlete |
| SRSSTC003A | Operate in Accordance with Accepted Strength and Conditioning Industry Health and Safety Practices |
| SRSSTC004A | Operate and Maintain Strength and Conditioning Facilities and Equipment |
| SRFOLD001B | Plan and Deliver Exercise for Older Adults |
| VPC220 | Vocational Placement |
International Student Information
Southbank Institute of Technology is situated in the city of Brisbane and is Queensland’s largest Government Vocational Education provider, with over 30,000 student enrolments per year. Southbank Institute of Technology is an ideal place to study. The Institute campus is located at Southbank close to Brisbane’s Central Business District (CBD) and vibrant inner city areas.
Students at Southbank Institute of Technology have access to the Institute’s wide range of facilities and services. These include the Auditorium, Beauty and Natural Therapies Clinic, Bookshop, Cafe, Computer Laboratories, Conference and Function Facilities, Gymnasium and a Restaurant. Some of these facilities are staffed by the students from the Institute.
Teaching methods combine face-to-face delivery, self-study and project work. Students may be required to complete work experience and/or field trips to be eligible for the program award. Southbank Institute of Technology assists students in finding appropriate organisations in which to complete this component. The majority of classes are conducted in modern, air conditioned venues. Students have access to computers in our extensive library and e-Learn centre located on campus.
Students may be required to sit for both open and closed book examinations and in some cases may be required to perform skills tests and/or oral presentations. Individual or group project work may also be used to determine competency.
The International Sales and Administration Teams consists of administrative and support staff, dedicated to assisting students throughout the various stages of study. This assistance ranges from Program Information to Admission Procedures, Entry Requirements and requirements for extending studies to Diploma or Degree level. The International Student Support Officer provides assistance with accommodation, Overseas Student Health Cover, public transport information and can refer students to other support services within and outside the Institute.
Students at Southbank Institute of Technology have access to the Institute’s wide range of facilities and services. These include the Auditorium, Beauty and Natural Therapies Clinic, Bookshop, Cafe, Computer Laboratories, Conference and Function Facilities, Gymnasium and a Restaurant. Some of these facilities are staffed by the students from the Institute.
Teaching methods combine face-to-face delivery, self-study and project work. Students may be required to complete work experience and/or field trips to be eligible for the program award. Southbank Institute of Technology assists students in finding appropriate organisations in which to complete this component. The majority of classes are conducted in modern, air conditioned venues. Students have access to computers in our extensive library and e-Learn centre located on campus.
Students may be required to sit for both open and closed book examinations and in some cases may be required to perform skills tests and/or oral presentations. Individual or group project work may also be used to determine competency.
The International Sales and Administration Teams consists of administrative and support staff, dedicated to assisting students throughout the various stages of study. This assistance ranges from Program Information to Admission Procedures, Entry Requirements and requirements for extending studies to Diploma or Degree level. The International Student Support Officer provides assistance with accommodation, Overseas Student Health Cover, public transport information and can refer students to other support services within and outside the Institute.
This brochure was last updated Friday, 13 January 2012
Total course tuition fees are indicative only. Fees are subject to annual adjustment. For FEE-HELP and VET FEE-HELP eligible courses, the unit fees are charged according to the study period in which the unit is commenced. The unit fees outlined in this document apply to census dates between 01 January 2012 and 30 June 2012. Unit fees will not change for this period. All information was accurate at time of printing, however, Institute policies, fees and details are subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolments, accreditation and registration requirements. From the 1st January of each year, programs are subject to a fee increase in line with the annual Consumer Price Index (CPI).
Total course tuition fees are indicative only. Fees are subject to annual adjustment. For FEE-HELP and VET FEE-HELP eligible courses, the unit fees are charged according to the study period in which the unit is commenced. The unit fees outlined in this document apply to census dates between 01 January 2012 and 30 June 2012. Unit fees will not change for this period. All information was accurate at time of printing, however, Institute policies, fees and details are subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolments, accreditation and registration requirements. From the 1st January of each year, programs are subject to a fee increase in line with the annual Consumer Price Index (CPI).
