HERVEY BAY FITNESS COLLEGE PRESENTS

Hands On Certificate III/IV in Fitness (SIS30321/SIS40221)

Course Details

✅ Local Brent Richens to help guide you.

✅ Online Learning Portal with hands on Practical Workshops in Launceston.

✅ Complete our Hands On Fitness course, with Practical Workshops and Face to Face Assessment Days (no need for videos).

✅ Lightning fast assessment and student support times.

✅ Be supported into the industry with our Graduate Launch Program.

What's actually covered in the Hands On Course

SIS30321 Certificate III in Fitness:

What's actually covered in the Hands On Course

SIS40221 Certificate IV in Fitness:

Exactly what's involved in our Certificate III (SIS30321) & Certificate IV (SIS40221) in Fitness:

✅ Join Our Hands On Fitness Courses

We specialise in Hands On Fitness Courses, where we provide the structure and framework to successfully complete either your Certificate 3 (SIS30321) or 4 (SIS40221) in just 8 weeks through our Fast Track! Attend Practical Workshops during the Fast Track, as well as your final assessment in person at the Practical Assessment Day, all Facilitated by Brent Richens. Become a part of a driven community by attending weekly Zoom Meetings for coaching and accountability, as well as receiving extra support with your theory from the Education Team. This structure is the BEST in Australia, and it is available to you right here in Launceston!

✅ Practical Workshops in Hervey Bay

A massive part of becoming a successful Fitness Industry Professional, is ensuring you get enough face to face practice and mentoring to make you the best possible coach that you can be. We help facilitate this by offering Practical Workshops with Brent during our Hands On Program, ensuring adequate mentoring to become competent not only within the tasks you need to complete to graduate, but also to ensure you become the BEST Fitness Professional you can be.

✅ Practical Assessment Day

We run a Practical Assessment Day at the end of our Fast Track Program (4 times per year), meaning that once you attend the Practical Workshops and complete your Practice Sessions, you are eligible to attend the Practical Assessment Day, and be assessed in person! This takes away the need to submit ANY videos during your Certificates! It also brings you support after meeting Brent during the Practical Workshops, getting to know him before being assessed helps bring out the best in our students.

✅ Graduate Launch Program

What happens after you complete your qualifications is just as important, if not more so, as what happens during your course. That is why we are committed to you after you qualify, every one of our students has the opportunity to complete our Graduate Launch program to ensure you are supported as you begin your career in the Fitness Industry. The Graduate Launch program is a 4 week online program, that takes all of your ideas to give you clarity on what your next steps are, so whether you want to gain your first clients, run a bootcamp, launch an online business, open your own gym, whatever it may be we will support you in doing so!

✅ Lightning fast assessment times

There is no bigger momentum killer than sitting there waiting for your assessments to be marked, or even worse, or sitting for weeks to get the answers you need to move forward with your studies. We have a commitment to our students that all assessment marking will be completed within 48 hours, although largely it will actually be quicker than that.. This really allows you to keep momentum with your study and give you the best learning environment for success.

✅ Unbeatable student support times

Just like your assessment times, another integral piece of keeping momentum in your studies is ensuring you have someone you can actually TALK to when you need support. That is why we respond to student support requests as soon as possible, or within 24 hours at the latest, so that you are not waiting for weeks to keep moving with your studies. Pair this unbeatable support with our programs, an easy to navigate portal and your passion for fitness, it is a match made in heaven!

✅ Private Facebook Student Group

You want a community of like-minded people? We got you! Our Facebook Student group is really something, not only do we provide weekly updates about what is happening with our programs, with upcoming events and opportunities for our students, we also network, share success stories and lift each other up to succeed from all around Australia. There is no gate keeping here, we are all about giving you everything and sharing our experience so you too can enjoy the industry like we do. We are never surprised by the amount of people who connect out of this group to support each other with study, to catch up for a session, or even to go into business with each other, we really love holding this space.

✅ Monthly Webinars from Industry Leaders

On top of all of the knowledge that you will acquire during our courses, we also offer Monthly Webinars with specialist presenters to give you even MORE value. We only work with the best, so you can be assured that when you catch a webinar, it is led by an Industry Leader who was not just talked the talk, but has already walked the walk. Hosted monthly and promoted through our Private Facebook group, these are a great opportunity to gain more knowledge on your interests, and meet some of the fantastic leaders then are involved in our great industry.

✅ The Education Team available for you to talk to and dedicated to your support

A frustration that we hear from our students who switch to us from other providers, is the lack of communication from them once you have enrolled. That's why we are obsessed in doing the opposite! You receive all of the support of the Education Team to ensure your questions are answered and you don't get stuck during your studies, there are also multiple ways that you can contact the Education Team that are given to you once you are enrolled.

✅ 5 Business Day Cooling Off Period

If you're not happy with the course - just let us know within the first 5 business days and exit your course immediately. (Note: a $250 admin fee applies)

Hands On Certificate III (SIS30321) and Certificate IV (SIS40221) in Fitness Package:

Certificate III in Fitness (SIS30321): Regular $2,950

Certificate IV in Fitness (SIS40221): Regular $2,950

Hands On Program: $500 Value

Practical Workshops: $800 Value

2 x Practical Assessment Day: $1,000 Value

Graduate Launch Program: $500 Value

Total Package Price: $8,700

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FURTHER FAQ's

👉 How long do I have to complete my studies?

For each Certificate 3 + 4 you have up to 12 months to complete the qualification. That doesn't mean you cannot complete each Certificate faster than 12 months, and with our Hands On Program option we are more than happy to set you up with a personalised learning plan based on when YOU would like to finish it by.

👉 What does each Certificate mean for my employment opportunities?

Certificate III in Fitness (SIS30321) is the entry level qualification needed to begin working in the Fitness Industry. This allows you to work as a Fitness Instructor, think taking Group Fitness classes, writing and showing clients exercise programs and helping out on the gym floor.

Certificate IV in Fitness (SIS40221) qualifies you as a Personal Trainer, this allows you to deliver one-on-one Personal Training sessions, personalise fitness programs, advanced coaching as well as learning about specific populations (such as training older adults or youth).

👉 What is the delivery structure of the course?

All of your theoretical work is delivered online. For each module you will complete, you will begin with the Learning Materials, giving you the opportunity to learn everything about that specific module that you would need to know. This flows into your assessment knowledge questions (multiple-choice) where you get to test your knowledge, but also revisit the Learning Materials if you find you have knowledge gaps that need to be filled.

Once you have completed your assessment knowledge questions, you will then complete your case scenarios (long answer questions) which is applying your new found knowledge into real world situations.

Your Practical Components are completed at the Practical Workshops hosted by Kelvin. Each task you need to complete is well presented in a Role Play Manual, with a clear outcome of what the task entails along with an example video from our Education Team. This allows you to visually comprehend the task, as well as having physical help with as you complete the task.

You must complete two (2) Practice sessions of each Practical Task which will be completed at the Practical Workshops. You must complete one (1) Assessment session of each Practical Task which will be completed at our Practical Assessment Day.

👉 Do I have to pay for anything during the course?

No, there are no hidden costs! Once you have enrolled, you have access to all of our programs and services, at no extra charge. Our Hands On Program, Practical Workshops, Assessment Days, Graduate Launch Program, are all included, there is absolutely nothing extra to pay. Simply choose the payment option that suits you, and make the most of the amazing Programs and Facilitators that make up our wonderful College.

👉 How does student support work?

We pride ourselves on student support, you are not supposed to get stuck for weeks at a time waiting for student support, it is the main reason why so many students fail to graduate with other providers. With our student support, we have the Education Team that works full business hours Monday-Friday, not only responding to emails and phone calls (yes, we want you to call so you can talk to a real person!), but also reaching out to students who may have gotten the same question wrong multiple times, this ensures that we can educate students when there is a knowledge gap. The contact details for the Education Team are provided across the whole course, so you always know how to get in touch.

👉 What happens if I get a question wrong?

One of the biggest worries we hear is, "what if I fail?". We don't believe in failure here, we believe in learning, if you get something wrong, it is a great opportunity to fill in a knowledge gap you may have.

In terms of how it works within the course, if you get an assessment knowledge question (multiple choice question) wrong, the system will let you know. Go back to your learning materials to fill in your knowledge gap and then reattempt the question. We DO NOT charge you for extra attempts at questions. If you get the same question wrong multiple times, the Education Team will actually contact you to ensure you are filling in that knowledge gap.

With your case scenario questions, we encourage our students to give it the best attempt possible, and if there is anything that needs amending, the Education Team will respond with feedback to guide you and ensure you get the support necessary to be successful.

👉 How old do I have to be to enrol?

For Certificate III in Fitness (SIS30321) you must be a minimum of 15 years of age, and for Certificate IV in Fitness (SIS40221) you must be a minimum of 16 years of age. Also, any students under the age of 18 will need a parent or guardian to complete the enrolment form. There is no age limit on when you can begin study, we have plenty of students of elderly age who go on to make a massive impact, you are never too old to learn something new!

👉 How fit do I have to be to complete my course?

We have had everyone from Elite Athletes, to your everyday gym goer, to your weekend warrior, to people still on their own weight loss and health journeys. The main thing to think about, is are you capable of helping who you would like, when you are qualified? That never means that you have to be able to do everything in the gym yourself, or run marathons at the same time as being a powerlifter. Our question is are you in the gym working on bettering yourself? Are you actively moving yourself and learning new things? Then let's GO!

👉 I have so many questions as I am looking at lots of courses, what do I do?

Please call us.. You can reach Brent directly on 0424 871 852. It can be confusing when you are shopping around trying to find the right course for you, Brent would love to walk you through all of our services and how our courses would work for you. On top of that, we want to get to know you.. We want to know who you are, who you want to help and how you are going to help them to ensure that we are a good fit for you and that we can actually help you pursue your passion in the Fitness Industry. A phone call is free and time spent discussing your options is time well spent to get you clear on what your future looks like, so make sure you reach out!

"If you live in Hervey Bay, this is the best option for Fitness Courses"

Pictured below is one of our Graduates Cathy, who was one of our 4 nominees for the AusActive Student of the Year Award, check out what Cathy has to say:

We pride ourselves on quality, which resulted recently in 4 out of the 9 finalists in the AusActive Student of the Year Award being our students!

Please check out our Google reviews if you don't believe us!

Our Head Coach Joel pictured with Student of the Year Nominee Cathy, and then with Nominee Angus plus Practical Mentors Ben and Paul at the AusActive Awards.

GRADUATE OUTCOMES, WHAT CAN I DO WITH MY QUALIFICATION?

Our courses are perfect for getting you qualified, so what happens once you graduate? Our support doesn't stop, having clarity and direction is so important as you take your first steps in the Fitness Industry, that is why every Graduate has the opportunity to complete our Graduate Launch Program for FREE (valued at $500). During this program, we ensure that we support you from exactly where you are right now, we take all of your ideas and passions, and give you the direction and clarity you need so that you can be successful in your Fitness Industry Career. Check out just some of our Students who completed our Graduate Launch Program once qualified and are now truly living their best lives!

Deneille completed our Certifcate III + IV in Fitness to completely change up her career! Being a VET Nurse but truly having a passion for health and fitness, Deneille first began her journey by studying Nutrition. Becoming a Nutrition Coach, Deneille quickly realised that a lot of her clients also needed support with their exercise, so dove straight into her fitness studies.

Fast forward, and Deneille has transitioned into the Fitness Industry full time, leaving behind the animals that she loved dearly, but finding a deeper love for supporting others with their health and fitness goals.

Not only does Deneille own PRFM Collective, a fully online Coaching platform, she also teaches Group Fitness, continues to do Member screenings/programs, face to face Personal Training and runs seminars on both nutrition and powerlifting. The Graduate Launch Program really allowed Deneille to build her business outwards to make sure all of her passions were given adequate time to flourish.

We loved supporting Deneille in her studies and being able to help her expand her ideas around her business through the Graduate Launch program, she has truly pursued her passion and we couldn't be prouder of her!

Caleb first enquired with us as he felt he wasn't fully living life the way he wanted. A full time cabinet maker who obsessed about his own health and fitness, wondering how he could help others the way he had helped himself, an opportunity from the gym he attended arose after they asked if he would like to become a part of their team.

Working full time and wondering how he could complete his studies, he started with a conversation with Simone to identify the best pathway for him. Having that burning desire to work in his gym, he decided that Fast Track was his best bet, and what a decision that turned out to be! Never missing a zoom session and engrossing himself within the content, Caleb completed back to back Fast Track Programs and attended our Practical Workshops and Assessment Days to help him complete his studies whilst still working full time.

Being a part of our Graduate Launch Program, Caleb found balance and now takes 8-10 classes per week at his gym on top of his cabinetry work, and has never been happier! A combination of chasing his passion, making extra income on top of his wage and allowing himself opportunity to grow is a real recipe for success.

Ollie (pictured right) enrolled with us out of her passion for fitness. As a full time Nurse, it was something she wanted to learn more about for her own health benefits. After thinking about studying for a long time, she finally made the leap.

Ollie signed up to our Fast Track Program and committed to finishing her Certificates, we could not have asked for more from her, making every Zoom call (even if it was on her lunch break during a shift!). Ollie found real purpose within Fast Track, finding the more she talked to her community about her studies, the more interest there was in her helping others.

Finishing her Certificate 3 + 4, the momentum didn't stop, Ollie enrolled straight into our Graduate Launch Program so that in her words, "I can find a couple of clients and earn some extra money". Well, by the time that she hit week 3 of the Graduate Launch Program, she announced that she had actually dropped her nursing to part time hours, as she needed more time in her days to train all of her new clients!

Ollie has now built a successful business doing face to face Personal Training, taking Group Fitness classes and also running multiple Fitness Challenges throughout the year. We couldn't be prouder of the journey Ollie has taken, and the fantastic thing for us is being able to be involved with her every step of the way.

Damon (pictured middle) came to us after a poor experience with another provider, he had only just scrapped through his Certificate 3, and he couldn't continue with his Certificate 4 due to lack of support and face to face Mentoring opportunities. Luckily for us, after talking to one of our Graduates, he was convinced to give us a go for his Certificate 4.

Working full time in Construction, it wasn't where Damon wanted to be and he wanted out of it quickly, so he jumped onto our Fast Track Program and gave us his commitment. It still amazes us what happens when you put someone in the right environment, because Damon absolutely flourished! Attending Zoom meetings, sometimes in his car on his lunch break, this guy was a weapon and went from strength to strength.

Add on the Face to Face element of our course, and finally Damon found the balance of support, environment and Mentoring that he had been craving!

Getting himself qualified was just the beginning. Jumping on our Graduate Launch Program, Damon then launched ZekFit Coaching and became a fully booked out Online Coach with more than 80 clients, making more money than his full time Construction job, and finally happy that he wakes up every day doing something he is so passionate about! Also doing face to face Personal Training, when it suits him, Damon is making a massive impact on his clients lives and is living proof that you should chase what makes you happy!

WHY SHOULD YOU STUDY WITH US

✅ Get Hands On Skills and Face to Face support while you learn in Hervey Bay.

✅ 48 hour assessment marking time and same day student support, never be left in the dark.

✅ Get access to Online Learning Materials and Resources that makes learning simple.

✅ Complete all your Practical Components in Hervey Bay, no videos required...

Our course is developed and always evolving by Industry Leaders, International Fitness Presenters and Award Winners including Fitness Professional of the Year, CEC Provider of the Year and Fitness Educator of the Year. When we say you are in good hands, we mean it!

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