Become a Trainer
Personal Training National Certification
Be part of one of the hottest jobs in America! The Department of Recreational Sports and the World Instructor Training Schools (WITS) offer personal training national certification here on campus.
This six-week intensive program provides in-class theory and hands on practical training. Certification is awarded upon completion of the course, a 30-hour internship, passing exams, and providing proof of current CPR certification.
WITS Personal Training
The next personal training course will begin on Saturday, January 8, 2011 in the RPAC at 9 a.m. Registration for the course will open Monday, November 1. To register via phone, call 614-292-7671, then dial 0. For further information, contact John Katsares at 614-292-5153.
For complete course details, contact John Katsares, personal training coordinator, at 614-292-5153
Course Details & Location
Location:
The Recreation and Physical Activity Center (RPAC) on the Ohio State campus, located at 337 W. 17th Avenue (south of Ohio Stadium).
Course Material:
Fitness Professional's Handbook, Howley & Franks, 5th edition (Text book is required and not included in the cost).
Course Structure:
Lectures (15 hours)
- Exercise Physiology
- Fundamentals of Anatomy
- Biomechanics and Applied Kinesiology
- Health Screenings
- Fitness Testing
- Cardio respiratory Fitness and Exercise
- Muscular Strength and Endurance
- Flexibility
Practical (15 hours)
- Fitness Assessments
- Client Rapport
- Biomechanics of Exercise
- Equipment Usages
- Weight Training Techniques
Certification Requirements
- Proof of current CPR (for issuance of certificate)
- Attendance at 4 of the 5 weeks of the course
- Passing grades on both the written and practical exams
- Completion of 30-hour practical internship
Registration Cost:
All costs are based on registering beginning Monday, February 1st, 2010
- $439 for current Ohio State Rec Sports Employees
- $489 for all other Ohio State students and affiliates
- $539 for the general public
- Reduced rate parking permits are available for affiliate/community members for $7.50/month or $22.50/quarter
CEU Course Certification
CEU Course Certification TBA for 2010. Contact John Katsares for more information at 614-292-5153.
WITS and Recreational Sports are offering CEU courses for those needing to recertify in 2010. All workshops are 6 hours long and cost $99 each.
**Please contact WITS at 888-330-9487 if you have any other questions or concerns. Please call 614-292-7671 to register for a workshop or in person at the RPAC Welcome Center desk.
