2009 CCBC College Catalog

Health and Fitness Studies
Personal Trainer Certificate

Certificate Requirements  
____HLTH 132 Basic Nutrition 3
____HLTH 140 First Aid, Safety and CPR 3
____HFMJ 140 Principles of Cardiovascular Training and Weight Management 3
____HFMJ 240 Principles of Muscular Conditioning and Flexibility 3
____HFMJ 220 Methods and Materials of Fitness Instruction 3
____HFMJ 251 Health and Fitness Studies Seminar 1
Total Credits Required for Certificate 16

To obtain a certificate, a student must earn a grade of "C" or better in each of the courses required in the certificate.

Program Description:

The Health and Fitness Studies certificate prepares students for a professional career as either a personal trainer or a fitness specialist. Students learn how to conduct physical and health risk assessments, interpret assessment results, design exercise programs, provide fitness instruction and supervise fitness facilities.

Program Coordinators:

CCBC Catonsville  Patricia Rhea
410-455-4348 or prhea@ccbcmd.edu

CCBC Dundalk  Tom Lynn
410-285-9712 or tlynn@ccbcmd.edu