SIS40221 - Certificate IV in Fitness

Certificate IV
in Fitness

This is what you need to become a personal trainer. It allows you to work for yourself, take on private clients, and design personalised training programs.

If you already have Cert III (SIS30321), you can choose this course to upgrade to Cert IV.

duration

up to 52 weeks to complete

Study

Online or face to face

Prior study

SIS30321, Certificate III in Fitness

Become a Personal Trainer

Nationally Accredited Personal Course Training Cert IV in Fitness

This course meets the Nationally Recognised Training standards. It is listed on the Australian Government’s National Register for Vocational Education and Training (VET).
Studying this course leads to a qualification that’s recognised throughout Australia, and lets employers know that you have the right skills for the job.

Personal Training Course Overview

The Certificate IV in Fitness qualifies you to work as a personal trainer, allowing you to train clients one-on-one, design personalised fitness programs, and start your own fitness business. This course builds on the foundation of Certificate III, covering advanced training techniques, exercise science, client assessments, and business skills. To enrol, you must have completed Certificate III in Fitness.

Already done your Cert III in Fitness?

The Cert IV allows you to take a step up in your career and carry out private 1-1 Personal Training.

What’s Included in the Cert IV in Fitness?

Nationally Recognised Qualification – SIS40221 Certificate IV in Fitness, fully accredited to become a personal trainer.
Flexible Study Options – Choose from blended learning (face-to-face + online) or self-paced online study.
Practical Work Placement (online study option) – 40 hours of supervised work experience in a gym.
Face-to-Face Practical Sessions – Four in-person training sessions (fortnightly, 5 hours each) for blended learning students.
Online Learning Portal – Access to course materials, assessments, and study resources anytime.
Trainer and Mentor Support – Guidance from industry professionals throughout your course.

How the Course Works

Choose a study option that suits your lifestyle:

Blended Learning (Online + In-Person)

Face-to-face practical sessions (fortnightly).
Email guidance/schedule, webinars and online modules.
Access to trainers and mentors for support.

Self-Paced Online Study

Learn at your own pace from anywhere.
Complete practical hours in a local gym with a mentor.
Submit assessments online or attend optional assessment weekends.

Course Duration

Up to 52 weeks per certificate, but you can complete it sooner.
Practical Sessions:
- Cert III: 6 in-person sessions
- Cert IV: 4 in-person sessions
Work Placement (online only): 40 hours of hands-on experience in a gym.

What You’ll Learn

Run group and personal training sessions.
Design tailored fitness programs for different clients.
Understand nutrition and exercise science.
Market yourself as a fitness professional.
Build and grow your own PT business.

Flexible Payment Options Available

We offer short-term and long-term payment plans to make studying accessible for everyone.

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Course Delivery

You can choose the study method that best suits your schedule and learning style:

1. Blended Learning (Online + In-Person)

Face-to-face practical sessions at select locations.
Online modules and assessments completed in your own time.
Trainer and mentor support throughout the course.

Practical sessions:

Certificate IV: 4 in-person sessions + 12 webinars.

Online

Fully online course that you can complete at your own pace.
Work placement in a gym to gain real-world experience.
Video assessments to demonstrate practical skills.
Access to trainers and an online student community for support.

Work Placement

40 hours under the supervision of a qualified fitness professional.

Option to complete assessments at one of our gym locations (additional fee may apply).

Additional Course Information

Entry Requirements

Course Units of Study Cert IV

Core Units

- CHCCOM006 – Establish and manage client relationships
- SISFFIT041 – Develop personalised exercise programs
- SISFFIT042 – Instruct personalised exercise sessions
- SISFFIT043 – Develop and instruct personalised exercise programs for body
  composition goals
- SISFFIT044 – Develop and instruct personalised exercise programs for older clients
- SISFFIT045 – Develop and instruct personalised exercise programs for adolescent clients
- SISFFIT049 – Use exercise science principles in fitness instruction
- SISFFIT050 – Support exercise behaviour change
- SISFFIT051 – Establish and maintain professional practice for fitness instruction
- SISFFIT053 – Support healthy eating for individual fitness clients

Elective Units

- SISFFIT034 – Assess client movement and provide exercise advice
- SISFFIT046 – Plan and instruct online exercise sessions
- SISXCAI009 – Instruct strength and conditioning techniques
- SIRXOSM005 – Develop a basic website for customer engagement
- BSBESB401 – Research and develop business plans
- BSBESB402 – Establish legal and risk management requirements of new business ventures
- BSBESB404 – Market new business ventures