Program Coordinator: David Flench, MBA, ACSM/HFS
The Online Professional Certificate in Fitness
Management was developed to establish an industry standard in fitness
management education for allied health and fitness professionals,
personal trainers, fitness managers, and entrepreneurs that wish to
establish a successful business model and fitness operation.
The certificate prepares students to implement
successful business systems in the following settings: private and
commercial health clubs, medically-based fitness facilities, community
wellness centers, personal training studios, physical therapy clinics,
YMCA’s, JCC’s, college/university centers, recreational settings, and
corporate fitness centers. A unique aspect of the program is the
optional field internship experience which enables students to practice
fitness management concepts in a real life health and fitness
setting.
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Certificate Structure
Module 1: |
Course 1: |
Business Development and Entrepreneurship in Fitness |
Course 2: |
Financial Principles and Business Concepts |
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Module 2: |
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Course 3: |
Marketing, Sales and Customer Service Management |
Course 4: |
Fitness Management and Business Administration |
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Module 3: |
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Course 5: |
Optional Elective - Field Internship in Fitness Business Management |
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Certificate Format
The certificate program's required four core
courses, including the optional field internship elective have been
designed to be completed in as little as three months or students have
up to one year if necessary.
- The On-line Certificate program format has been designed to be taken in two consecutive modules.
- Students may elect to enroll in courses one at a time, as they are offered.
- Students are provided with 8 weeks of access per course.
- Courses are offered in an OPEN ENROLLMENT format, meaning students can register and begin courses at any time.
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