Certified Personal Trainer

Certified Personal TrainerWorkforce Continuing Education

Demand is increasing in the Permian Basin for Fitness Trainers & Aerobics Instructors

This challenging course is for candidates wanting online instruction with in-depth, hands-on practical labs to master the career skills and knowledge needed to become a personal trainer.

Our experienced teachers share all the dos and don’ts of working with clients. The course consists of 15 hours of lecture on key topics like biomechanics, exercise physiology, fitness testing, equipment usage and health assessments.

The best part of the course is the 15 hours of hands-on practical training labs. You will role-play with assessing clients, programming, performing proper exercises, presentation skills and more. Register today and get started in one of the hottest growing professions in North America.

You can work right after passing the CPT exams! You must be at least 18 years of age and have proof of CPR/AED to obtain your Level 1 Certified Personal Trainer.

Salary Range

$44,640 - $69,160/year

Average Starting Salary in Permian Basin

$45,940/year or $19.24/hour
 
 

 

Course Details

  • Hybrid/Blended Course
  • FITT1037: 30 hours/3.0 CEUs
  • Minimum of 5-7 students required for class
  • Cost
    • Program: $850 (out-of-state participants add $5); Test Voucher included
    • Textbook: $114.95 including shipping, E-book $74, Fitness Professional's Handbook, 7th Edition - Sold Separately

Course Dates

Spring 2024

  • March 26 - May 11
    Tuesdays, 5:30 - 8:30 pm: Virtual Lectures
    Saturdays, 11 am - 2 pm: In-Person Practical Skill Labs

  • National Exam Dates: May 7 & 11

Certified Personal Trainer Registration

Interested?

Contact Debra Campbell

(432) 681-6335
ceworkforce@midland.edu



Midland College Workforce Continuing Education is dedicated to training and developing our local workforce to meet the needs of our unique and ever-changing regional economy. Our mission is to foster economic growth by providing quality lifelong education and professional development opportunities that keep our workforce on the cutting edge of industry.

 

 

MC Workforce CE Office

Hours

Monday - Friday
8 am to 5 pm

Location

Jack E. Brown Conference Hall
MC Main Campus
Midland, TX 79705
Building Floor Plan (pdf)
 
 
 

Contact

Debra Campbell
(432) 681-6335
ceworkforce@midland.edu