Fitness and Lifestyle Specialist: Group Exercise Instructor, CPC

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Length: 18 credits

Program Contacts

Offered by: Health and Physical Education
Program Coordinator: Wendy Simmons, simmonsws@lanecc.edu, 541-463-5551
Academic Advising: https://www.lanecc.edu/get-support/academic-support/academic-advising/connect-advising; 541-463-3800; academicadvising@lanecc.edu
Cooperative Education: https://www.lanecc.edu/programs-academics/internships-cooperative-education

Estimated Cost: $3,594

Resident Tuition: $2,385*
Technology Fee: $234
General Student Fees: $271**
Online Course Fee: $60 (if applicable)
Books: $599 (Some courses use Open Educational Resources (OER), which are free or low-cost materials.)
Other Costs / Expenses: $45*** (Equipment)

Costs provided are estimates only. Learn more and view current tuition and fee information at https://www.lanecc.edu/costs-admission/tuition-fees-and-payments/credit-tuition.

* Resident tuition is based on all program requirements (general education, core, directed electives).

**General Student fees are paid once each term, depending on whether you are taking classes on Main Campus, or at one of the outreach centers or by distance learning.

*** Any special info about program costs or expenses.

**** This is the total of all the differential fees attached to the courses in this program.

Program Learning Outcomes

The purpose of this program is to prepare students to become instructors in group fitness activities, such as aerobics, step, cycling, circuit, yoga, muscle conditioning, interval and other group exercise modalities. The curriculum and Interdisciplinary Practicum experiences serve as an entry point into the career of instructing group exercise. National certification and further training in specific styles of group exercise is often required.

Students who complete this program will be able to:
PLO 1 - Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills in the areas of leadership, exercise motivation, and communication (written, verbal, and non-verbal)
PLO 2 - Design, evaluate, and instruct safe and effective group exercise classes utilizing a variety of exercise modalities
PLO 3 - Understand the role of proper nutrition and training techniques as they relate to physical fitness and weight management
PLO 4 - Apply nationally recognized standards for group exercise instruction. Work within their scope of practice and role in the fitness field while practicing appropriate and ethical professional conduct
PLO 5 - Respond to the needs of a diverse clientele and demonstrate inclusive practices; appropriately modify and adapt group classes
PLO 6 - Communicate to participants the benefits, risks, and precautions involved with participation in group exercise
PLO 7 - Apply basic exercise principles related to kinesiology, physiology, conditioning, resistance and functional training to ensure a safe and productive exercise experience

Program Requirements

Program Core Courses

FLS and PE 280F must be completed with a letter grade of C- or better. P/NP is not accepted. HE courses must be completed with a grade of C- or better, or Pass.

FLS 120 - Fitness Assessment & Exercise Prescription - Field Techniques 3 Credit(s)
FLS 130 - Principles of Strength Training and Conditioning Instruction 2 Credit(s)
FLS 140 - Applied Exercise Physiology 1 3 Credit(s)
FLS 150 - Techniques of Group Exercise Leadership 2 Credit(s)
FLS 160 - Applied Anatomy and Kinesiology 3 Credit(s)
FLS 170 - Mental Dynamics of Exercise and Sport 3 Credit(s)
CPR (1-3 credits) - Complete one of the following:
HE 161 - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation 1 Credit(s) Students with a current CPR Certification may substitute the CPR requirement. Contact Program Coordinator for details.
HE 252 - First Aid 3 Credit(s)
Cooperative Education
Complete 1 credit of PE 280F Co-op Ed: Fitness

Notes

This program is embedded in the Fitness and Lifestyle Specialist, 1-yr Certificate .
This program follows the Career Pathway Certificate of Completion Requirements unless otherwise specified.
HE 252 - First Aid may be substituted for HE 161 - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation .
Instructor approval is required for entry into PE 280F .