PEP200

Students will learn about the essentials to personal training. Students will be introduced to the human movement system, the Optimal Performance Training (OPT) model and other domains of exercise science: assessment, exercise technique and training instruction, program design, considerations in nutrition, client relations and behavioral coaching. Students will be responsible for five (5) hours of job shadowing, and will be responsible for implementing programming for peers. This class is intended for students who want to become a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT). Training certification will be a component of the course. An MCC HPER physical release is required before the start of any activity.

Fall, Winter and Summer

Yes