Personal Trainer Course
Expand on your previous certifications, learn advanced teaching & assessment techniques.
The PT course builds on the Weight Trainer scope of practice & includes more detailed work on programming for individual clients, assessment of client fitness, and prescribing exercise for those with specific needs beyond the basic exercise learners level.
Location/Date/Time:
PLEASE NOTE: This course will run over ten weeks on Friday evenings via Zoom, PLUS an in-person, 2-day session in the Halifax area.
| Zoom |
Friday, September 8, 2023 |
6:30 to 8:00pm |
| Zoom |
Friday, September 15, 2023 |
6:30 to 8:00pm |
| Zoom |
Friday, September 22, 2023 |
6:30 to 8:00pm |
| Zoom |
Friday, September 29, 2023 |
6:30 to 8:00pm |
| Zoom |
Friday, October 6, 2023 |
6:30 to 8:00pm |
| Zoom |
Friday, October 13, 2023 |
6:30 to 8:00pm |
| Zoom |
Friday, October 20, 2023 |
6:30 to 8:00pm |
| Zoom |
Friday, October 27, 2023 |
6:30 to 8:00pm |
| Zoom |
Friday, November 3, 2023 |
6:30 to 8:00pm |
| In-person |
Saturday, November 18, 2023 |
9:00am to 5:00pm |
| In-person |
Sunday, November 19, 2023 |
9:00am to 5:00pm |
In-person class location: These 2 days will be held at a private gym in the Halifax area on accessible bus routes. As the location is private we will only disclose it to those students who have registered & paid for this course.
Pre-requisites: You must be currently certified in good standing in at least one of the following:
- FLC Resistance Trainer
- FLC Group Exercise Leader
- FLC Older Adult Leader
* Anyone applying with non-FLC (Fitness Leadership Canada) certifications must complete a PLAR. Please email Susan (susan@nsfitness.ca) to book one.
You will also be required to provide proof of 20 hours of “on floor” experience. This form will be provided to you and must be completed prior to the start of the course.
Once you have signed up and paid for the course, you will be sent the course package, which will include : The at-home study package, the supervisor’s form, and The Personal Trainer’s log book.
This course will be taught by Susan Hardiman & Heather Creamer. See our course conductor's bios here: http://www.nsfitness.ca/Staff-&-Board
Exams: You will be required to find a client & a gyms space for your practical exam. The NSFA offers 2 (January & June) provincial exam days every year at Mount St. Vincent University in Halifax (See Events & Courses page). Students who are not available on those dates can book a private session with an exam proctor. Any written or practical exams needed can be booked by emailing exams@nsfitness.ca.
