Alfred State College

Microcredential in

Certified Personal Trainer

Registration is completed with Alfred State College.

Alfred State College

Online

Online

Delivery

2 Semesters

Estimated time to complete

11 Credits

Credit-bearing

$1,600.00

Estimated cost*

What you'll learn

This unique Personal Trainer microcredential is designed to put you right to work! You will gain essential skills for a career or side business in personal training by preparing for and earning your globally recognized industry certification from International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA). Upon passing the ISSA Certified Personal Trainer exam in the first course of this microcredential, you will then have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience by working with volunteer clients from your community in a training capacity. Successful completion of this microcredential readies you to immediately apply for personal trainer positions.

An online microcredential from Alfred State College (11 credits). Registration is completed with Alfred State College.

Who can enroll

Ages 18 and up.

Upcoming sections

Section 1:

Open

Section 2:

Open

What you can earn

Certified Personal Trainer Microcredential (Digital Badge)

Prepares for an industry certification exam (Industry-Recognized Credential)

Skills covered

Nutrition

Nutrients

Meal Planning

Meal Preparation

Food/Health Connection

Food Purchase

Exercise Science

Anatomy

Fitness Assessments

Client Goal Setting

Program Design

Training

Coaching

Motivation

Communication

Career outlook

Related occupations: Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy Technician, Patient Care Technician

Healthcare support jobs in New York are projected to grow faster than average through 2032.

Funding opportunities

You may be able to pay for this course with the funding below. Each program decides who qualifies.

Employer Tuition Assistance (Employer Sponsored)

Many employers pay for job-related training. Ask your employer before you register.

Who qualifies: Employees of a participating employer; your employer decides.

WIOA Individual Training Account (WIOA)

Federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act funding, through your local career center.

Who qualifies: Adults and dislocated workers approved by a New York career center.

* Estimated cost

Each campus will confirm final costs.