Diploma in Personal Fitness Trainer

Diploma in Personal Fitness Trainer
Syllabus for Diploma in Personal Fitness Trainer (DPFT)
Theory (270 GLH)

1. Anatomy and Physiology
   o Skeletal System
   o Muscular System
   o Cardiovascular and Respiratory Systems
   o Nervous and Endocrine Systems
2. Exercise Physiology
   o Energy Systems and Metabolism
   o Effects of Exercise on the Body
   o Adaptations to Resistance and Cardiovascular Training
3. Fitness Assessment and Screening
   o Health and Fitness Screening Protocols
   o Risk Stratification and Clearance
   o Body Composition Analysis
4. Training Program Design
   o Principles of Training (Specificity, Progression, Overload)
   o Periodization and Goal Setting
   o Exercise Prescription for Different Populations
5. Nutrition for Fitness
   o Basics of Macronutrients and Micronutrients
   o Diet Planning for General and Athletic Populations
   o Supplements and Ergogenic Aids
6. Professional Ethics and Communication
   o Client Communication and Motivation
   o Ethical Conduct and Professional Boundaries
7. Business Development in Fitness
   o Setting Up Personal Training Services
   o Marketing Strategies for Fitness Professionals
   o Client Retention and Networking
8. ACE/ACSM/NASM Coaching Fundamentals (50 hours)
   (Depending on the student’s choice)
   o ACE: IFT Model, Behavior Change Strategies, Progression Models
   o ACSM: Exercise testing and prescription, special populations
   o NASM: OPT Model, corrective and advanced training

Mapping of Guided Learning Hours (GLH)
Total GLH: 420 hours
Component GLH
Practical Sessions 150
Theory (Face-to-Face) 270
Total GLH 420

The program is structured into Practical Sessions and Theory (Face-to-Face) Sessions, ensuring a comprehensive blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience.

1. Practical Sessions (150 GLH)
   Practical sessions focus on hands-on training, enabling students to develop the skills necessary for effectively working with clients in real-world settings. These sessions include:
   • Fitness Testing and Assessment Techniques (30 hours)
   o Body composition analysis
   o Postural and movement screening
   o Conducting health and fitness assessments
   • Resistance Training Techniques (40 hours)
   o Free weights and machine exercises
   o Advanced resistance training techniques
   o Spotting and safety procedures
   • Cardiovascular Training Methods (30 hours)
   o Equipment-specific techniques (e.g., treadmill, elliptical)
   o High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)
   o Design of cardio-based programs
   • Functional and Corrective Training (25 hours)
   o Core stabilization and balance techniques
   o Corrective exercises for postural imbalances
   o Integration of functional movements into programs

• Mock Training Sessions and Client Interaction (25 hours)
o Planning and conducting client sessions
o Role-playing scenarios for client management
o Feedback and improvement strategies

2. Theory (Face-to-Face) Sessions (270 GLH)
   Theory sessions provide foundational and advanced knowledge essential for fitness professionals, focusing on science-based principles and practical applications.
   • Anatomy and Physiology (60 hours)
   o Structure and function of the human body systems
   o Exercise physiology and biomechanical principles
   • Fitness Assessment and Program Design (50 hours)
   o Risk stratification and fitness screening
   o Periodization and goal setting
   • Nutrition and Supplementation (40 hours)
   o Macronutrient and micronutrient basics
   o Role of supplements and ergogenic aids
   • Professional Skills and Ethics (40 hours)
   o Client communication and motivation techniques
   o Ethics in personal training
   • Business Development for Fitness Professionals (30 hours)
   o Marketing and branding
   o Client retention strategies
   • ACE/ACSM/NASM Coaching Fundamentals (50 hours)
   (Depending on the student’s choice)
   o ACE: IFT Model, Behavior Change Strategies, Progression Models
   o ACSM: Exercise testing and prescription, special populations
   o NASM: OPT Model, corrective and advanced training