Ability to perform helath screenings and assessments for all ages and fitness levels. Knowledge of program development for general advanced and special populations. Knowledge of injuries and emergency procedures, including CPR certification. Provide leadership by serving as a role model and maintaining professional ethics. Fitness Professionals are hired as employees or independent contractors.
Wages vary depending on experience, certifications, and facility standards.
Certified Fitness Professionals have a greater earning potential and are more credible to employers and potential clients. However, a certificate or license is not required by law or regulated by the United States Government, but highly recommended for all Fitness Professionals. GCC is one of the few colleges in the United States that offers comprehensive training and certification programs for Personal Trainers and Aerobics Instructors. Includes hands on training for the Fitness Profession. Hundreds of fitness progessionals have completed the GCC certificate program since 1992.