Complete the SIS30321 Certificate III in Fitness & SIS40221 Certificate IV in Fitness
Want to become a personal trainer and launch your career in the health and fitness industry? Turn your dream into a reality and start the process today. You will learn from experts in Strength and Conditioning, Nutrition, Exercise Physiology, Fitness Business Creation and Strategy, Customer Service and Communication.
Certificate III in Fitness
The SIS30321 Certificate III in Fitness is your starting point to a career in the fitness industry. This course will equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to work as a gym or group exercise instructor. You'll also be able to use this qualification to enter into the SIS40221 Certificate IV in Fitness.
Certificate IV in Fitness
The SIS40221 Certificate IV in Fitness will enhance what you've already learned in the Certificate III in Fitness, helping you become a personal trainer. You'll then be ready to coach individual clients one-on-one or lead group fitness classes.
What is it?
Students attend face to face classes and interact with their trainer and classmates in a classroom and training facilities. It's a great way to build relationships with peers and trainers, ask questions in real-time, and engage in group discussions and activities.
Is it for me?
If you can attend 3 weekday classes per week, studying on campus is a great option. Get valuable weekly face-to-face time plus you’ll get to experience UOW's beautiful campus and use a wide range of facilities such as the library, computer labs and many study spaces.
What is it?
Mix of online and face to face study. We offer online classes that run weekly in the evenings, combined with intensive face to face classes on campus. There are 8 practical sessions over the course duration conducted on Saturdays from 8.30am - 3.30pm. This allows students to balance their studies with other responsibilities by minimising the time they need to spend away from their other commitments.
Is it for me?
Learning online is usually more demanding than face-to-face study, requiring self-motivation and independent work. This delivery method may be best suited to mature age students, however applicants under 20 may be asked to meet with the Program Manager to confirm suitability. You’ll need to have access to a computer and fast internet.
Each Fitness course runs for five months and includes a work placement where students gain practical experience and apply their classroom knowledge. UOW College organises work placements to prepare our Fitness students for their future careers.
This course is designed to continue from the SIS30321 Certificate III in Fitness.
To learn more about fees, visit our Domestic Student Fees page.
There are two intakes a year:
For a complete list of course dates, check our Key Dates page.
| Certificate III in Fitness | |
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| On campus | Distance |
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| Note The Certificate III in Fitness also available as a traineeship or school-based traineeship (SBAT) program. | |
| Certificate IV in Fitness | |
| On campus | Distance |
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| Note The Certificate IV in Fitness is also available as a Traineeship. | |
The following dates apply to students studying by Distance delivery:
| July 2023 intake | February 2024 intake |
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| Week 3 - 5 August | Week 3 - 17 February |
| Week 5 - 19 August | Week 6 - 9 March |
| Week 6 - 26 August | Week 8 - 23 March |
| Week 12 - 7 October | Week 12 - 20 April |
| Week 15 - 4 November | Week 15 - 11 May |
| Week 19 - 25 November | Week 18 - 1 June |
| Week 21 - 2 December | Week 21 - 15 June |
| Week 22 - 9 December | Week 22 - 22 June |
Certificate III in Fitness
On completion of the SIS30321 Certificate III in Fitness, you may progress into the SIS40221 Certificate IV in Fitness.
Certificate IV in Fitness
On completion of SIS40221 Certificate IV in Fitness, you may progress into the Diploma of Medical and Health Science Fast Track at UOW College.
After you have successfully completed this Diploma program, you will receive guaranteed* entry into the second year of a Bachelor of Exercise Science, Bachelor of Nutrition Science or Bachelor of Medical and Health Sciences at UOW.
*Guarantee is subject to meeting UOW entry requirements.
You will get to use the University of Wollongong's high-quality training centre. This includes access to the latest strength and conditioning equipment, fitness testing tools, and resources for creating fitness programs. In addition, local experts in Sports and Exercise Science will lead specialised tutorials and workshops for you. Alongside these resources, UOW College provides a wide variety of academic and personal support services.
Student support servicesOur fitness courses will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in the fitness industry. Our experienced trainers are dedicated to ensuring our students are well-prepared for success in their fitness journeys or for further studies in health and fitness.
High School wasn’t for me and I discovered that UOW College offered a fitness course I could study after completing year 10. At UOW College, I learned about fitness and also discovered how to develop my personal skills for a better future. The teachers made everything relatable to real life and set me up for the future.
*Training in priority qualifications is fee-free and fully funded by the NSW and Commonwealth governments, subject to eligibility requirements.
