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, you can choose this course to upgrade to Cert IV.
- 1/29 Pendlebury Rd, Cardiff NSW 2285
- Or study fully online
- Graduate Faster
- Save Money
- Industry-Ready Training
- Payment plans
- Flexible Study Options
- Work Anywhere in Fitness
- Business and marketing unit
duration
up to 52 weeks to complete
Study
Online or face to face
Prior study
Certificate III
SIS40221
Nationally Accredited Personal Training Course
Certificate Iv Fitness; Course
If you already have your Certificate III in Fitness then this course will allow you to take the next step in your career
Course starting 2 July 2025
Become a Personal Trainer (Certificate IV in Fitness)
Personal Training Certification
Newcastle
Kickstart your fitness career in Newcastle with our Face-to-Face Personal Training Course. This nationally accredited program provides Cert III & IV in Fitness, giving you everything you need to become a gym instructor, personal trainer, or fitness coach in one streamlined course.
RTO Number 45682 | Nationally Recognised Training | Study Online + In-Person
Personal Training Course Overview
Face-to-Face in Newcastle
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.
Course Duration: Face to Face Modules are conducted on Wednesday evenings from 26 March – 20 August 2025
Online modules done at your own pace (must be completed within 52 weeks)
Delivery Method: Online and face-to-face, classroom-based learning with practical assessments. Classes
Graduate Job-Ready – Gain practical experience and industry-recognised certification.
- Learn in a real gym– Hands-on learning to build real-world skills.
- Flexible Learning – Online study combined with face-to-face training.
What’s Included in the Cert IVin 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 – 70 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.
- Live Webinars – Weekly interactive sessions with trainers.
- Trainer and Mentor Support – Guidance from industry professionals throughout your course.
- Specialist Training Options (choose one):
- Corrective Exercise Training – Advanced techniques for improving movement patterns and injury prevention.
- Functional Movement Training – Understanding strength, mobility, and long-term training principles.
Bonus Training Included:
- Barbell Training (Online Short Course) – Learn key barbell techniques for strength and conditioning. Business & Career Development:
- Fitness business startup training – Learn how to build and grow your own personal training business.
- Marketing and client acquisition strategies to help launch your career.
What’s Included in the Elite Personal Training Course?
- Certificate III & IV in Fitness – Fully accredited qualifications to launch your career.
- Kettlebell and Barbell Training Courses – Gain additional skills to stand out.
- Business Startup Guides – Learn how to build a successful personal training business.
- Mentor Support – Get expert guidance from experienced fitness professionals.
Specialist Training Options (choose one):
- Corrective Exercise Training – Learn how to improve movement and prevent injuries.
- Functional Movement Training – Understand strength and mobility techniques for long-term client success.
How the Course Works – Study Options for Newcastle Students
Choose a study option that suits your lifestyle:
Blended Learning (Online + Face-to-Face in Central Coast)
- Face-to-face practical sessions (fortnightly).
- Live webinars and online modules.
- Access to trainers and mentors for support.
OR
Self-Paced Online Study
- Learn at your own pace – Study anytime, anywhere at your own pace.
- 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 IV: 4 in-person sessions + 12 webinars.
- Work Placement: 70 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.
Enquire now to take the first step towards your career in fitness.
Where can it take your career?
Course Delivery
You can choose the study method that best suits your schedule and learning style either by training in a group at our Gym in Newcastle or you can opt for self paced study which is fully online
Blended Learning (Online + In-Person)
- Face-to-face practical sessions at our Newcastle premises
- Live online webinars to support your learning.
- Online modules and assessments completed in your own time.
- Trainer and mentor support throughout the course.
Practical sessions:
- Certificate III: 6 in-person sessions (fortnightly) + 12 webinars.
- Certificate IV: 4 in-person sessions + 12 webinars.
Online self paced study
- 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.
You will need to do a work placement but you get to choose where and when you do it.
70 hours under the supervision of a qualified fitness professional.
Option to complete assessments at our gym in Newcastle – extra fee may apply if you have chosen the online self paced course option.
How to enrol
- Select Your Course – Browse our courses and choose the one that suits you.
- Choose Your Format – Select whether you want to study online or face-to-face.
- Complete the Enrolment Form – Fill in your details and any required information.
- Make Payment – Secure your spot by completing the payment process.
- Confirmation – You’ll receive an email with your enrolment details and next steps.
Payment Plans
Students have a choice of payment options that best suit their financial circumstances:
1. Direct Debit Options:
- Payment Plans (full course price $3500 face to face)
*Please note, it is a requirement that all payment plans are complete before qualifications are issued (lump sum payments may be made at any time, without any additional fees incurred).
Fast track plan: Pay 3 weekly instalment plans of $1000 (full course price only $3000)
Entry Requirements
- Must obtain a HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid - this can be done along side the personal training course
- Must be an Australian or New Zealand Permanent Resident
- Must be able to use a computer
- Must be able to understand english
- Must have completed Cert III in Fitness
Course Units of Study Cert IV
Core Units cert IV
- 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 cert IV
- 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
Benefits of studying with us
What Makes Our Course Different?
We don’t just teach—you get the skills, support, and connections to build a real career in fitness. Our course is designed with input from gym owners, personal trainers, and experts in strength training, weight loss, movement, and professional sports. Whether you want to train everyday clients, athletes, bodybuilders, or powerlifters, you’ll be learning from people who’ve done it—and done it well.
What You Get:
✅ Learn from industry pros – Our trainers don’t just teach; they work in the fitness industry every day.
✅ Hands-on training – Choose a blended course and get live practical sessions with expert feedback.
✅ Personal tutor support – Get a dedicated tutor to guide you through the course (completely free).
✅ Bonus short course – Once you qualify, pick a free short course to keep sharpening your skills.
✅ Ongoing career support – We don’t just hand you a certificate and send you on your way. We help with job applications, interviews, and career planning.
✅ Exclusive job network – Be the first to hear about job openings and connect with employers across the country.
✅ Professional trainer profile & promotion – Stand out online with your own page, making it easy for clients to find you. Plus, we actively promote our trainers and send client enquiries your way—so you can start building your business straight away.
- Course Duration:
- Up to 52 weeks
- Start Date:
- 2 July 2025
- Delivery:
- Online & Work Placement
- Total cost of course with payment plan
- $3500
- Or save by paying 3 weekly instalments of $1000
- $3000
- Payment Plans:
- starting from $61.54 per week
Course costs
Course fees differ for online and in-person formats. Choose your course to see the pricing details.
Certificate IV in Fitness Face to Face
Combined Cert III and Cert IV all in one course - Face to face practical training-
Payment plans from $61.54 per week
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Face to face training in Newcastle
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Nationally accredited
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SIS40221 Certificate IV in Fitness
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Must have completed Cert III in Fitness
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Full qualification to be a personal trainer
Certificate IV in Fitness Fully Online
Combined Cert III and Cert IV all in one course - Online Course-
Online self paced study
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Payment plans from $34.62 per week
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Nationally accredited
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SIS40221 Certificate IV in Fitness
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Must have completed Cert III in Fitness
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Full qualification to be a personal trainer
Become a Personal Trainer
Nationally Accredited Qualification
Fast Track Combined Certificates III and IV in Fitness Become a Personal Trainer
The Elite Trainer Program is a combined Certificate III & IV in Fitness course designed to fast-track your career as a gym instructor, personal trainer, or fitness coach. By completing both certificates in one program, you’ll save time and gain the qualifications needed to train clients one-on-one and run group fitness classes. The course includes business training, helping you learn how to attract clients and build a successful fitness career. You can study through blended learning (online + in-person), self-paced online study, or the elite mentor program, with access to trainers, mentors, and an online student community for support. The program also includes specialist training in kettlebell and barbell techniques, business start-up guides, and 70 hours of hands-on work placement. The course can be completed in up to 48 weeks per certificate, with flexible payment plans available. Enquire now to start your journey in the fitness industry.
Certificate III in Fitness Become a Fitness Instructor
The Certificate III in Fitness qualifies you to work as a gym instructor or group fitness trainer, allowing you to lead exercise sessions in gyms, fitness centres, or outdoor settings. This course covers the fundamentals of fitness instruction, including conducting gym orientations, developing and leading group training sessions, assessing client movement, and providing basic health and nutrition advice. It is delivered through blended learning (online + in-person) or self-paced online study, with practical experience gained through work placement in a gym. The course includes six in-person sessions (fortnightly), 12 live webinars, and access to an online learning portal with study materials and assessments. Completing this qualification allows you to start working in the fitness industry, instructing clients in a gym environment and leading group classes.
Certificate IV in Fitness Become a Personal Trainer (must have completed Cert III to enrol)
The Certificate IV in Fitness qualifies you to work as a personal trainer, allowing you to train clients one-on-one, create personalised fitness programs, and start your own fitness business. To enrol in this course, you must have already completed the Certificate III in Fitness, as it provides the foundational skills required. This course builds on that knowledge by covering advanced training techniques, client assessment, exercise science principles, and business skills for fitness professionals. It is available through blended learning (online + in-person) or self-paced online study, with practical experience gained through work placement in a gym. The course includes four in-person sessions, 12 live webinars, and access to an online learning portal with study materials and assessments. Completing this qualification gives you greater career opportunities, allowing you to work independently, take on private clients, and develop long-term fitness programs tailored to individual goals.