Personal Training Program
Associate's in Applied Science Degree
Strength, Nutrition, and Personal Training
66-69 Credit Hours
NEW – AAS Degree The Strength, Nutrition, and Personal Training Associate in Applied Science
The Strength, Nutrition, and Personal Training Associate in Applied Science (AAS) prepares students with the knowledge and experience required to be eligible for the:
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American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Health and Fitness Instructor Certification |
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American College of Sports Medicine Personal Trainer Certification |
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National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Personal Trainer Certification |
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National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Personal Trainer Certification |
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American Council on Exercise (ACE) Personal Trainer Certification |
This degree will provide students with a stronger educational background making them more marketable in the field of fitness and nutrition. This degree will also meet the needs of individuals with existing degrees in such fields as Exercise Physiology, Nutrition, Athletic Training and other health related disciplines. Registered dietitians, clinical exercise physiologists, personal trainers, exercise specialists, strength and conditioning specialists, coaches, athletes and others interested in acquiring knowledge in exercise, nutrition and health are also eligible for this program.
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Required Fitness Component |
21-23 Credits |
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HES154 First Aid / CPR |
3 credits |
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PED112 Professional Applications of Fitness Principles |
3 credits |
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PED125 Exercise Science |
3 credits |
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PED145 Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription |
3 credits |
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PED139++ Practical Applications of Personal Training Skills and Techniques Internship OR |
1-3 credits |
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One of the following Series: |
5 or 6 Credits |
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Option #1 (6 credits): |
2 credits 2 credits
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Option #2 (5 credits): |
3 credits
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Option #3 (5 credits): |
3 credits 2 credits |
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Required Nutrition Component |
12 Credits |
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FON 100 Introduction to Nutrition |
3 credits |
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FON 210 Sports Nutrition and Supplements for Physical Activities |
3 credits |
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FON 230 Nutrition for Special Populations |
3 credits |
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FON 247 Weight Management Theory |
3 credits |
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Other Required Courses |
12 Credits |
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MGT 253 Owning and Operating a Small Business |
3 credits |
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PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology |
3 credits |
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PSY 215 Introduction to Sports Psychology |
3 credits |
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General Education Courses |
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Core |
15-17 Credits |
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One from each block: |
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ENG 101 First Year Composition AND |
3 credits |
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COM 100 Introduction to Human Communications OR |
3 credits |
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CRE 101 Critical and Evaluative Reading I |
3 credits |
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MAT 120 or MAT 121 or MAT 122 Intermediate Algebra |
3-5 credits |
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Distribution |
10 Credits |
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Social and Behavioral Sciences |
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CFS 205 Human Development OR |
3 credits |
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Natural Science |
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BIO 160 Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology |
4 credits |
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Humanities and Fine Arts |
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Any approved general education course in this area |
3 credits |
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Recommended (optional) Classes |
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CIS 105 Survey of Computer Information Systems |
3 credits |
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MGT 253 Owning and Operating a Small Business |
3 credits |
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FON 241 Principles of Human Nutrition |
3 credits |
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FON 140BD Weight Control |
3 credits |
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FON 225 Research in Complementary and Alternative Nutrition Therapies |
3 credits |
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PED 296WA Internship, 5 hours per week |
1credit |
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PED 296WA Internship, 10 hours per week |
2 credits |
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PED 296WA Internship, 15 hours per week |
3 credits |
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An internship is recommended for students with little to no experience working in a Fitness Center environment. For further information on internships, contact Dale Heuser at (602) 787-7276 |
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