Revised-12: Fitness Specialist Certificate
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Keywords
health , fitness , exercise , wellness , college faculty , students
Project
Connecticut Health and Life Sciences Career Initiative (HL-SCI)
Authors
Kosinski, Mark
Date Submitted
8/1/14
Material Type
Hybrid/Blended Course
Secondary Material Type
Institution
Gateway Community College
Industry Partner
The Connecticut Health & Life Sciences TAACCCT consortium engaged statewide and local employers to help shape and implement this grant. This included a review of proposed curricula and recommendations for program structure that reflects the Healthcare and Science sectors in the State of Connecticut. The consortium also engaged advisory boards at each member college to solicit input and recommendations for this initiative.
License
CC BY
Funding Source
TAACCCT Round 2
Additional Public Access
Abstract
This program prepares students for employment in the fitness industry in settings such as health clubs, gyms, YMCAs and corporate wellness programs. Graduates may also pursue self-employment careers such as personal trainer or sales and marketing of health and nutrition programs and fitness equipment.
Industry (NAISC)
Health Care and Social Assistance (62)
Occupation (SOC)
Healthcare Support Occupations (31-0000)
Instructional Program (CIP)
Health-related Knowledge and Skills (34)
Credit Type
Credential Type
Certificate
Educational Level
1st year Community College or equivalent