Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Fitness
Certificate III in Fitness
SIS30313
J760
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 14/12/2013 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in a range of activities and functions requiring autonomous work within a defined range of exercise instruction situations and activities. Qualification outcomes will depend on the elective grouping chosen and may include providing exercise instruction for group, aqua or gym programs.
Work may be undertaken in locations such as gyms, fitness facilities, pools and community facilities.
Job roles
exercise instructor - gym
exercise instructor - group exercise
exercise instructor - aqua.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Fifteen (15) units must be completed:- ten (10) core units
- five(5) elective units, consisting of:
- all the units in any one (1) of Groups A to C
- the remaining units to make up the required Five (5) elective units from General Electives; up to two (2) of these remaining units may be selected elsewhere in SIS10 or any current accredited course or other Training Package, and must be first packaged at AQF level 3 or 4.
In all cases, selection of electives must be guided by the job outcome sought, local industry requirements and the characteristics of this qualification (as per the AQF descriptors).
1. Core Units
All ten (10) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D6221 | SISFFIT305A | Apply anatomy and physiology principles in a fitness context | 80 | Unit of competency |
| D6219 | SISFFIT303A | Develop and apply an awareness of specific populations to exercise delivery | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D6201 | SISXOHS101A | Follow occupational health and safety policies | 10 | Unit of competency |
| WG048 | SISXFAC207 | Maintain sport, fitness and recreation equipment for activities | 15 | Unit of competency |
| WG732 | HLTAID003 | Provide first aid | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D6217 | SISFFIT301A | Provide fitness orientation and health screening | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D6222 | SISFFIT306A | Provide healthy eating information to clients in accordance with recommended guidelines | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D6218 | SISFFIT302A | Provide quality service in the fitness industry | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D6211 | SISXRSK301A | Undertake risk analysis of activities | 15 | Unit of competency |
| D6194 | SISXIND101A | Work effectively in sport and recreation environments | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A - Aqua Instructor
All the units in any one (1) of Groups A to C must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D6220 | SISFFIT304A | Instruct and monitor fitness programs | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D6226 | SISFFIT310A | Plan and deliver water based fitness activities | 65 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B - Group Exercise Instructor
All the units in any one (1) of Groups A to C must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D6220 | SISFFIT304A | Instruct and monitor fitness programs | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D6225 | SISFFIT309A | Plan and deliver group exercise sessions | 40 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C - Gym Instructor
All the units in any one (1) of Groups A to C must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options..
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D6220 | SISFFIT304A | Instruct and monitor fitness programs | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D6224 | SISFFIT308A | Plan and deliver gym programs | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D6223 | SISFFIT307A | Undertake client health assessment | 30 | Unit of competency |
5. General Elective Units
The remaining units to make up the required five (5) elective units may be chosen from the general elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D431 | SIS30310 | Certificate III in Fitness | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWN5 | SIS30315 | Certificate III in Fitness | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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