SIS40215

Certificate IV in Fitness

Certificate IV in Fitness

Studying with AIPT means you'll graduate industry-ready.

Looking to take your fitness career to the next level? Expand your skillset and gain the right qualifications to work as a registered personal trainer with this online SIS40215 Certificate IV in Fitness course. Delivered by Australia's leading provider in practical fitness education, the Australian Institute of Personal Trainers, this program is designed to broaden your skills and qualify you to work with a larger range of clients.

The program will show you how to tailor exercise programs for children, adolescents and older clients; and covers a variety of core skills that will set you up for a long-term career in this dynamic industry. You will learn about training legalities, the specifics behind fitness planning, motivational psychology and what it takes to plan and run your own fitness business.

You can choose from three different delivery modes for the practical element. The online component is delivered through a bespoke learning management system:

1. Face-to-Face On-Campus SIS40215 Certificate IV in Fitness
52 hours face-to-face practical delivered on-campus with theory components completed online in your own time.

2. AIPT Mentor – 40 hours of face-to-face SIS40215 Certificate IV in Fitness
40 hours of face-to-face practical completed with an AIPT Mentor, a qualified Personal Trainer, who will guide you through your course material and provide you with hands-on experience, with theory components completed online, in your own time. Dependant on availability of a mentor.

3. Student Selected Mentor SIS40215 Certificate IV in Fitness
Choose your own Mentor* to guide you through 40 hours of face-to-face practical. Theory components are completed online, in your own time.

*Your mentor must be approved by the Australian Institute of Personal Trainers.

Graduate Placement Assistance

The Australian Institute of Personal Trainers has partnered with a number of gyms to not only offer you the highest calibre of training but also to offer you a Graduate Placement Assistance.

This Graduate Placement Assistance applies to all those who study the Complete Personal Trainer^ Program at a Goodlife Health Club, Genesis Fitness Club, Core24 Health Club or Club Lime location.

When you graduate from the Complete Personal Trainer^ Program, you may be eligible for opportunities with one of AIPT's leading gym network partners.

To be eligible for a Graduate Placement Assistance, you must undertake a SIS40215 Certificate IV in Fitness or the Complete Personal Trainer^ Program at a select Goodlife Health Club, Genesis Fitness Club, Core24 Health Club or Club Lime facility. This qualification combines self-paced online learning with the additional support of weekly partner mentorship, with each practical tutorial delivered to a small group of students in a Goodlife Health Club, Genesis Fitness Club, Core24 Health Club or Club Lime gym environment. All conducted by a fitness professional endorsed by the Australian Institute of Personal Trainers. All of our fitness professionals are highly qualified Personal Trainers and with years of industry experience. 

^The Complete Personal Trainer Program consists of the SIS40215 Certificate IV in Fitness + Entry Requirements. Please contact us for further details on the course structure.

*Your chosen Mentor must be approved by the Australian Institute of Personal Trainers.

~Terms and conditions apply to the Graduate Placement Guarantee. Enquire now for more information.

Please note: this course is currently in a transition period (superseded due to Government-mandated updates), with updates due for release in the coming year. Rest assured, completion of this course version before 10 May 2023 will still provide you with a valid and quality outcome. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to make an enquiry.

 SIS40215 Australian Institute of Personal Trainers Career FAQs

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  • Qualification:
    Certificate IV
  • Study mode:
    On Campus
    Blended
  • Payment options:
    Payment plan
    Upfront payment
  • Duration:
    Up to 12 months
  • Start date:
    Dependent on your chosen delivery mode. Enquire now to find out more.
  • Awarded by:
    Australian Institute of Personal Trainers
  • Location:
    NSW, TAS, WA, VIC, QLD, SA, ACT
  • Career Outcomes:
    Personal Trainer | Fitness Trainer | Fitness Instructor | Group Fitness Instructor |

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Course Rundown

Studying with AIPT means you’ll graduate industry-ready.

Looking to take your fitness career to the next level? Expand your skillset and gain the right qualifications to work as a registered personal trainer with this online SIS40215 Certificate IV in Fitness course. Delivered by Australia’s leading provider in practical fitness education, the Australian Institute of Personal Trainers, this program is designed to broaden your skills and qualify you to work with a larger range of clients.

The program will show you how to tailor exercise programs for children, adolescents and older clients; and covers a variety of core skills that will set you up for a long-term career in this dynamic industry. You will learn about training legalities, the specifics behind fitness planning, motivational psychology and what it takes to plan and run your own fitness business.

You can choose from three different delivery modes for the practical element. The online component is delivered through a bespoke learning management system:

1. Face-to-Face On-Campus SIS40215 Certificate IV in Fitness
52 hours face-to-face practical delivered on-campus with theory components completed online in your own time.

2. AIPT Mentor – 40 hours of face-to-face SIS40215 Certificate IV in Fitness
40 hours of face-to-face practical completed with an AIPT Mentor, a qualified Personal Trainer, who will guide you through your course material and provide you with hands-on experience, with theory components completed online, in your own time. Dependant on availability of a mentor.

3. Student Selected Mentor SIS40215 Certificate IV in Fitness
Choose your own Mentor* to guide you through 40 hours of face-to-face practical. Theory components are completed online, in your own time.

*Your mentor must be approved by the Australian Institute of Personal Trainers.

Graduate Placement Assistance

The Australian Institute of Personal Trainers has partnered with a number of gyms to not only offer you the highest calibre of training but also to offer you a Graduate Placement Assistance.

This Graduate Placement Assistance applies to all those who study the Complete Personal Trainer^ Program at a Goodlife Health Club, Genesis Fitness Club, Core24 Health Club or Club Lime location.

When you graduate from the Complete Personal Trainer^ Program, you may be eligible for opportunities with one of AIPT’s leading gym network partners.

To be eligible for a Graduate Placement Assistance, you must undertake a SIS40215 Certificate IV in Fitness or the Complete Personal Trainer^ Program at a select Goodlife Health Club, Genesis Fitness Club, Core24 Health Club or Club Lime facility. This qualification combines self-paced online learning with the additional support of weekly partner mentorship, with each practical tutorial delivered to a small group of students in a Goodlife Health Club, Genesis Fitness Club, Core24 Health Club or Club Lime gym environment. All conducted by a fitness professional endorsed by the Australian Institute of Personal Trainers. All of our fitness professionals are highly qualified Personal Trainers and with years of industry experience. 

^The Complete Personal Trainer Program consists of the SIS40215 Certificate IV in Fitness + Entry Requirements. Please contact us for further details on the course structure.

*Your chosen Mentor must be approved by the Australian Institute of Personal Trainers.

~Terms and conditions apply to the Graduate Placement Guarantee. Enquire now for more information.

Please note: this course is currently in a transition period (superseded due to Government-mandated updates), with updates due for release in the coming year. Rest assured, completion of this course version before 10 May 2023 will still provide you with a valid and quality outcome. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to make an enquiry.

Studying with AIPT means you'll graduate industry-ready.

Eligibility

Education
You will need to have completed year 10, or equivalent. Equivalency can be demonstrated by one of the following:

  • A qualification at Certificate II level or higher OR
  • 2 years of industry experience in a role that requires the use of written documentation and communication.

Minimum Age
You will need to be at least 16 years old. If you are under 18 your enrolment form will need to be signed by a parent or guardian.

Residency Status
You will need to be a permanent Australian resident or equivalent.

Computer Requirements

In order to complete the online part of the course you will need regular access to the following:

  • Computer: Laptop or desktop computer with working speakers or headphone points
  • Internet:High  speed internet such as Broadband or ADSL, T1/T2, fibre optic or cable (Dial-up access will be significantly slower and is not recommended)
  • Windows : Operating system – Windows XP or Vista 7 or above. Internet Browser – Internet Explorer 7 or higher or the latest version of Google Chrome
  • MAC :  Operating system: OS X 10.4 or later. Internet Browser – latest version of Google Chrome
  • Software: Flash, Adobe Reader, Microsoft Word (or Open Office which is free to download

Working with Children Check

In order to complete your Work Placement, you may be required to hold a current Working with Children Check Clearance, issued by the relevant Responsible Authority in the State or Territory in which you will undertake this course.

First Aid Certificate

Entry to this qualification is open to individuals who hold a current first aid and CPR certificate and have been recognised as competent through a recognised training program or recognition process against the following units of competency. This qualification needs to be completed through an external third party, and the cost of this external training is not included in any of your course fees. The Australian Institute of Personal Trainers has an agreement in place with Red Cross Australia (RTO 3605) which provides First aid Training to AIPT students at a reduced price. Red Cross Australia is an independent third party training provider. This is an additional service offered by AIPT; however, students are able to source their own training provider to suit their needs.

In this fitness course, the units of competency you may study include:

  • SISFFIT019 Incorporate exercise science principles into fitness programming
  • SISFFIT018 Promote functional movement capacity
  • SISFFIT015 Collaborate with medical and allied health professionals in a fitness context
  • SISFFIT025 Recognise the dangers of providing nutrition advice to clients
  • SISFFIT026 Support healthy eating through the Eat for Health Program
  • SISFFIT016 Provide motivation to positively influence exercise behaviour
  • SISXRES001 Conduct sustainable work practices in open spaces
  • SISFFIT021 Instruct personal training programs
  • SISFFIT023 Instruct group personal training programs
  • SISFFIT017 Instruct long-term exercise programs
  • SISFFIT020 Instruct exercise programs for body composition goals
  • SISSSTC301A Instruct strength and conditioning techniques
  • SISSSTC402A Develop strength and conditioning programs
  • SISFFIT012 Instruct movement programs to children aged 5-12 years
  • SISFFIT013 Instruct exercise to young people aged 13-17 years
  • BSBSMB401 Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business
  • BSBSMB404 Undertake small business planning
  • BSBSMB403 Market the small business
  • BSBSMB405 Monitor and manage small business operations
  • SISXCCS003 Address Client Needs

The Australian Institute of Personal Trainers (AIPT) are experts in wellness, nutrition and fitness, and equip their students with the best in online and face-to-face education. Established in 1999 alongside their partner Registered Training Organisation, Foundation Education, they have grown from a handful of campuses in Queensland to over 150 campuses and an extensive network of Mentors Australia-wide. When you study with AIPT you have access to:
Dedicated student support
Access to a dedicated team of Support Officers to make the transition into study as straightforward as possible.
Largest network of locations
We have the industry's largest network of gyms across Australia, ensuring we're in your area.
Flexible delivery options
AIPT caters to all learning styles and offers flexible study options to suit everyone’s schedules and budget, with a focus on practical learning and hands-on experience.

Throughout your studies as an AIPT student, you will have complete access to their expert education team – a group of mentors who are dedicating to answering any of your questions or study queries. Mentors are seasoned fitness professionals with years of experience in the industry and can be contacted via email, online or over the phone. As an AIPT student, you will also have access to the My eCampus learning portal where you will be able to download course content and submit assessments.

Where Will It Lead Me?

Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a nationally recognised SIS40215 Certificate IV in Fitness from the Australian Institute of Personal Trainers.

By completing this SIS40215 Certificate IV in Fitness qualification, you'll be able to take your fitness career to the next level! Such a qualification will open up a variety of new career opportunities for you to become a fitness trainer, personal trainer, group fitness instructor and more!

Curious about where a career in fitness could take you? Potential job outcomes may include:

    How Much Will It Cost?

    The Australian Institute of Personal Trainers (AIPT)  offers affordable payment options to help you start your studies sooner.

    Student Selected Mentor

    • Payment Option 1: Choose your Mentor, study online and pay $1,615 in full to become a Personal Trainer and save $700* on your course fees
    • Payment Option 2: Start studying from $44.05 a week on a 12-month payment plan with a deposit of $250 (52 weekly repayments)

    AIPT Mentor

    • Payment Option 1: Pay $2,990 to study face-to- face with an AIPT Mentor
    • Payment Option 2: Start studying from $71.39 a week on a 12-month payment plan with a deposit of $250 (52 weekly repayments) 

    Face-to-Face On-Campus

    • Payment Option 1: Pay $2,990 to study face-to- face on-campus
    • Payment Option 2: Start studying from $71.39 a week on a 12-month payment plan with a deposit of $250 (52 weekly repayments) 

    Tuition fees include course delivery and assessment, study materials and dedicated student support services. Please note this course does not qualify for VET FEE Help or other assisted government funding.

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