Health/Fitness Technician
Winter 2019
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Additional Costs
Books | $1200 |
* Estimated cost of books for length of program. |
Program Description
The Health/Fitness Technician program is a two–year career technical curriculum offered at Spokane Falls Community College. This program is designed for students looking toward a career in the health/fitness industry. Students who complete the two-year program and receive an associate in applied science degree (AAS) are prepared for entry level positions. Students interested in transferring to a four–year institution can utilize an articulation agreement with Eastern Washington University. This agreement allows students the option of transferring directly into the Exercise Science program at EWU.
Certification for fitness professionals, with its emphasis on safety, reliability and high standards, is required in most fitness facilities. The HFT program prepares students for several of the top rated accredited personal training certifications.
The HFT program provides instruction in professional areas such as exercise physiology, anatomical Kinesiology, sports nutrition, biomechanics, personal training, health screening, and exercise prescription. Related courses include stress management, first aid/ CPR and special considerations in exercise.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Perform a variety of tasks related to health and fitness including, but not limited to, matching the appropriate exercise for each of the major muscle groups, demonstrate proper exercise technique, carry out basic health and fitness assessments, and develop exercise programs for a variety of clientele.
- Exhibit professional behaviors which include empathy, respect, communication skills, and ethics.
Career Opportunities
Job opportunities in the fitness industry are increasing in response to an expanding fitness market. A recent survey published in the Journal of Business reported that the number of full-time fitness jobs has increased to approximately 300. There are about 400 part-time jobs in the Spokane/Coeur d’Alene area. The most recent increases are in the areas of personal training, youth fitness, and programs for the elderly. The average starting wage for a HFT student with a two-year degree is between $8 and $10 an hour. Certified personal trainers can earn $15 to $30 an hour depending on the health club.
AAS - SFCC
Offered at Locations: Spokane Falls Community College |
First Quarter |
ENGL&101 | English Composition I | 5 |
FMT 204 | Health Appraisal and Exercise Prescription | 5 |
HLTH 174 | First Aid | 3 |
| HFT Suggested Electives | 3 |
| 16 |
Second Quarter |
BIOL&160 | General Biology w/Lab | 5 |
CMST&101 | Introduction to Communication | 5 |
FMT 106 | Anatomical and Physiological Kinesiology | 5 |
| 15 |
Third Quarter |
BIOL&241 | Human A & P 1 | 5 |
FMT 111 | Physiology of Exercise | 5 |
FMT 115 | Leadership Dynamics | 3 |
| HFT Suggested Electives | 3 |
| 16 |
Fourth Quarter |
BIOL&242 | Human A & P 2 | 5 |
FMT 209 | Exercise and the Cardiovascular System | 3 |
FMT 235 | Biomechanics | 5 |
PE 138 | Fundamentals of Resistance Training | 2 |
| 15 |
Fifth Quarter |
FMT 119 | Principles of Strength Training | 5 |
HLTH 104 | Stress Management | 3 |
HLTH 270 | Nutrition for Fitness | 3 |
MATH&107 | Math in Society | 5 |
| 16 |
Sixth Quarter |
FMT 112 | Special Considerations in Exercise | 3 |
FMT 225 | Personal Training | 5 |
PE 266 | Cooperative Education Seminar | 1 |
PE 267 | Cooperative Education Work Experience | 3 |
| 12 |
90 credits are required for the AAS |
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HFT Suggested Electives |
BUS& 101 | Intro to Business | 5 |
CMST 227 | Intercultural Communication | 5 |
PE 177 | Beginning Body Conditioning | 1 |
PE 186 | Fast Fitness, Beginning | 1 |
PE 187 | Cross Training | 2 |
PE 239 | Weight Training | 1 |
PE 277 | Advanced Body Conditioning | 1 |
PE 286 | Fast Fitness, Advanced | 1 |
PE 287 | Cross Training | 2 |
PSYC&100 | General Psychology | 5 |
SOC& 101 | Intro to Sociology | 5 |
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1 | Students planning to transfer to a four year institution should meet with their adviser to review the catalog and/or transfer manual of the school to which they plan to transfer before selecting courses. |
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Disclaimer: The college cannot guarantee courses will be offered in the quarters indicated. During the period this guide is in circulation, there may be curriculum revisions and program changes. Students are responsible for consulting the appropriate academic unit or adviser for more current and specific information. the information in this guide is subject to change and does not constitute an agreement between the college and the student.