Program Overview

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Certificate III in Fitness / Certificate IV in Fitness

Course Overview

Take the next step in fitness with this entry-level dual qualification and become a personal trainer. Demand for qualified personal trainers is set to expand by as much as 25,000 new positions within the next five years. With this level of growth, demand for skilled fitness practitioners will be high.

You will learn how to instruct personal training programs, group personal training, and exercise for older clients. You will also get the hands-on skills and knowledge needed to operate your own small personal training business.

Successfully completing this dual qualification will give you the ability to set yourself apart in the fitness industry. You'll be equipped to seek employment as a personal trainer, exercise instructor or expand into your own personal training business.

What Can I Do?

• Personal Trainer
• Aqua Exercise Instructor
• Group Exercise Instructor
• Gymnasium Instructor

Course Outcome:

• SIS30321 Certificate III in Fitness
• SIS40221 Certificate IV in Fitness

Job-Ready Training

We put theory into practice, which is why we believe in real-world learning environments. With access to industry-standard and functioning professional gyms as your classroom, you will graduate with confidence, knowing you have all the skills you need to get straight to work.

Dual Award

Take advantage of our dual award offerings and get two qualifications instead of one. In most cases you will only need to complete a few additional units to upgrade your qualification. Save time, enhance your job prospects, and add value to your skill set.

What You Will Study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete units as per the list below.

SIS30321 Certificate III in Fitness

• To achieve this qualification you will need to complete 15 units:
  • Core Competencies: 11
  • Elective Competencies: 4

SIS40221 Certificate IV in Fitness

• To achieve this qualification you will need to complete 17 units:
  • Core Competencies: 10
  • Elective Competencies: 7

Core Units

SIS30321 Certificate III in Fitness

• UNIT CODE: BSBOPS304
  • UNIT NAME: Deliver and monitor a service to customers
• UNIT CODE: BSBPEF301
  • UNIT NAME: Organise personal work priorities
• UNIT CODE: HLTAID011
  • UNIT NAME: Provide First Aid
• UNIT CODE: HLTWHS001
  • UNIT NAME: Participate in workplace health and safety
• UNIT CODE: SISFFIT032
  • UNIT NAME: Complete pre-exercise screening and service orientation
• UNIT CODE: SISFFIT033
  • UNIT NAME: Complete client fitness assessments
• UNIT CODE: SISFFIT035
  • UNIT NAME: Plan group exercise sessions
• UNIT CODE: SISFFIT036
  • UNIT NAME: Instruct group exercise sessions
• UNIT CODE: SISFFIT040
  • UNIT NAME: Develop and instruct gym-based exercise programs for individual clients
• UNIT CODE: SISFFIT047
  • UNIT NAME: Use anatomy and physiology knowledge to support safe and effective exercise
• UNIT CODE: SISFFIT052
  • UNIT NAME: Provide healthy eating information

SIS40221 Certificate IV in Fitness

• UNIT CODE: CHCCOM006
  • UNIT NAME: Establish and manage client relationships
• UNIT CODE: SISFFIT041
  • UNIT NAME: Develop personalised exercise programs
• UNIT CODE: SISFFIT042
  • UNIT NAME: Instruct personalised exercise sessions
• UNIT CODE: SISFFIT043
  • UNIT NAME: Develop and instruct personalised exercise programs for body composition goals
• UNIT CODE: SISFFIT044
  • UNIT NAME: Develop and instruct personalised exercise programs for older clients
• UNIT CODE: SISFFIT045
  • UNIT NAME: Develop and instruct personalised exercise programs for adolescent clients
• UNIT CODE: SISFFIT049
  • UNIT NAME: Use exercise science principles in fitness instruction
• UNIT CODE: SISFFIT050
  • UNIT NAME: Support exercise behaviour change
• UNIT CODE: SISFFIT051
  • UNIT NAME: Establish and maintain professional practice for fitness instruction
• UNIT CODE: SISFFIT053
  • UNIT NAME: Support healthy eating for individual fitness clients

Elective Units

SIS30321 Certificate III in Fitness

• UNIT CODE: BSBSUS211
  • UNIT NAME: Participate in sustainable work practices
• UNIT CODE: SIRXSLS001
  • UNIT NAME: Sell to the retail customer
• UNIT CODE: SISSPAR008
  • UNIT NAME: Maintain personal wellbeing as an athlete
• UNIT CODE: SISSPAR009
  • UNIT NAME: Participate in conditioning for sport

SIS40221 Certificate IV in Fitness

• UNIT CODE: BSBESB301
  • UNIT NAME: Investigate business opportunities
• UNIT CODE: BSBESB401
  • UNIT NAME: Research and develop business plans
• UNIT CODE: BSBESB404
  • UNIT NAME: Market new business ventures
• UNIT CODE: SISFFIT034
  • UNIT NAME: Assess client movement and provide exercise advice
• UNIT CODE: SISXCAI009
  • UNIT NAME: Instruct strength and conditioning techniques
• UNIT CODE: SISXCAI010
  • UNIT NAME: Develop strength and conditioning programs
• UNIT CODE: SISXICT001
  • UNIT NAME: Select and use technology for sport, fitness and recreation work

Ways to Study

• International

Choose Your Study Location

• Greater Brisbane
• Gold Coast
• Sunshine Coast

On Campus

• You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more

On Campus with Some Online

• You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more

Campus

• South Bank
• Robina
• Mooloolaba

Start Date

• 14 Jul 2025
• 27 Jan 2026

Duration

• 1 year

Workload

• Full time 3 days per week

What You'll Pay

• International: $11,200

Class Format

• Teacher-led, Scheduled

Virtual Class

• No

Assessment

• On-Campus and vocational placement

Teacher Comms

• Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom

Entry Requirements

• SIS30321 - Certificate III in Fitness: There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
• SIS40221 - Certificate IV in Fitness: You must hold a current first aid and CPR certificate and have successfully completed the following (or equivalent) units:
  • HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid (or a unit that supersedes this unit)
  • HLTWHS001 - Participate in workplace health and safety
  • SISFFIT032 - Complete pre-exercise screening and service orientation
  • SISFFIT033 - Complete client fitness assessments
  • SISFFIT035 - Plan group exercise sessions
  • SISFFIT036 - Instruct group exercise sessions
  • SISFFIT040 - Develop and instruct gym-based exercise programs for individual clients
  • SISFFIT047 - Use anatomy and physiology knowledge to support safe and effective exercise
  • SISFFIT052 - Provide healthy eating information

Selection Criteria

• International students:
  • English Language Proficiency: Academic IELTS 6.0 (no individual band less than 5.5) or equivalent
  • Academic Requirements: Completion of Year 10 (or equivalent)
  • Students must hold a current First Aid and CPR Certificate and successfully complete 8 pre-requisite units included in the Certificate III in Fitness prior to commencing Certificate IV in Fitness

Resources Required

• It is recommended that students have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Personal stationery items, including four (4) A4 display folders for assessment.

Important Information

• Any student enrolling under the age of 18 must be aware that to gain registration in the industry you cannot be insured until you are 18 years of age. This does not affect enrolment but may affect employability options until this age. Please refer to teacher for further information.

Assessment Methods

• Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning.

University Pathways

• If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

How to Apply

• Direct application: If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online.
• Apply through QTAC: You can apply to study this course through the Queensland Tertiary Admission Centre (QTAC). You will need to submit your application on the QTAC website. It will be assessed, and if you are successful you will receive an offer directly through QTAC. You will need to accept your offer from QTAC before enrolling with TAFE Queensland.
• For International students: International students can either apply directly through our TAFE Queensland International Application portal, or through one of our education agents. Our registered agents can assist you with your visa application and guide you through the enrolment process. If you are from this list of countries, you will need to apply through an agent.