National Personal Trainer Certificate - Includes Free Courses!

Students study online using the HFPA Online Learning Platform.
Hard Copy manuals available on request.
Students are assigned to an Online Tutor who will assist throughout the course.
Students attend Structured Workshops which are offered nationally from all HFPA Campuses and Support Centres. (Workshop cycles commence 3 x per year which enables you to work at your own pace).

Online Johannesburg Pretoria Cape Town Durban Port Elizabeth Nelspruit

Part Time

Students attend Lectures and Workshops (Saturday mornings or evenings).
Highly qualified Course Presenters lead you systematically through the course material.
Programmes commence in February & July.
Students receive a full Course Pack.
Students have access to the HFPA Online Learning Platform.

Johannesburg Pretoria Cape Town Durban Port Elizabeth Nelspruit

Full Time

Programmes are offered over an Academic Year.
Students attend weekday lectures and workshops at HFPA Campuses as per the course calendar.
Students benefit from Course Leaders and Presenters who guide them through the course.
Full Time programmes include extra courses and industry exposure which provide broader skills and therefore earning potential.
Students graduate with the confidence to start their business.
Graduation Ceremony.
Students receive a full Course Pack.

Johannesburg Pretoia Cape Town Durban Port Elizabeth

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Note: Students may elect to enrol for the NDIF (ADVANCED PERSONAL TRAINER) without first enrolling on the NCIF. The full 2 year NDIF programme includes all NCIF modules. Students are taken through all modules with the goal of achieving the National Diploma.

The National Certificate in Fitness (NCIF) is a full qualification which qualifies you to work internationally as a Personal Trainer and Conditioning Coach
Gain a strong foundation in personal training, including fitness principles and programme design to help your clients safely and effectively reach their fitness goals
Includes an overview of injury prevention and special considerations, enabling graduates to provide fitness instruction and conditioning to the general population as well as people with certain disabilities
Successful completion of the NCIF provides access to Part 2 of the NDIF – National Diploma in Fitness (Exercise Specialist and Sports Conditioning Coach)
Note: Students may elect to enrol for the NDIF without first enrolling on the NCIF. The full 2 year NDIF programme includes all NCIF modules. Students are taken through all modules with the goal of achieving the National Diploma.

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Online: Sports Nutrition
Distance with Workshops: Sports Nutrition, Weight Management Coach, HiiT & Bootcamp Instructor
Part time: Nutrition Advisor, HiiT & Bootcamp Instructor
Full Time: Nutrition Advisor, HiiT & Bootcamp Instructor and SAQ, working with groups

Course Requirements

Grade 12 National Senior Certificate

Note: If you do not hold a level 4 NQF you can apply to study our Fitness Instructor Certificate NQF 4. Successfully completing this will provide you access to the National Certificate NQF 5 programme and a pathway into more advanced programmes and further opportunities.

Why you should study this course:

Internationally portable
Gain a strong foundation in fitness principles and programme design
Introduction to special populations

Core Modules for the National Personal Trainer Certificate

Module 1: Exercise Physiology
Module 2: Assessment & Programming
Module 3: Special Considerations
Module 4: Entrepreneurship
Module 5: Nutrition & Weight Management
Module 6: Practical

Payment Plans for the National Personal Trainer Certificate

Online Pricing

Study Online: R6,750.00

TOTAL PAYMENT OVER 3 MONTHS: R6 750

Upfront Deposit: R2 250
Payment Over 2 Months: R2 250

TOTAL PAYMENT OVER 6 MONTHS: R7 750

Upfront Deposit: R1 500
Payment Over 5 Months: R1 250

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Distance with Workshops Pricing

Study Online and Attend Optional Workshops:

R8,250.00

TOTAL PAYMENT OVER 3 MONTHS: R8 250

Upfront Deposit: R2 750
Payment Over 2 Months: R2 750

TOTAL PAYMENT OVER 6 MONTHS: R9 250

Upfront Deposit: R1 500
Payment Over 5 Months: R1 550

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Part Time Pricing

Part Time:

R23,500.00

Course Fee: R23 500
Upfront Deposit: R7 833
Payment Over 2 Months: R7 833
Upfront Deposit: R6 000
Payment Over 5 Months: R3 970

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Full Time Pricing

Study on Weekdays:

R38,250.00

TOTAL PAYMENT OVER 3 MONTHS: R38 250

Upfront Deposit: R8 000
Payment Over 3 Months: R10 083

TOTAL PAYMENT OVER 10 MONTHS: R41 500

Upfront Deposit: R8 000
Payment Over 10 Months: R3 350

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Career Opportunities for the National Personal Trainer Certificate

Work as a strength and conditioning coach, personal trainer in health clubs, or in private practice
Travel the world working on international luxury cruise liners or at holiday clubs
Continue on to the National Diploma to grow your expertise and employability

Career Paths to Follow

Accreditations for the National Personal Trainer Certificate

NQF Level: 5
Course Credits: 137

SAQA Registered
SETA accredited Full Qualification
National Certificate, (CATHSSETA)
Recognised and registered with REPSSA (Register of Exercise Professionals South Africa). REPSSA is part of ICREPS (International Confederation of Registers for Exercise Professionals)

Training Centres

The National Personal Trainer Certificate is offered at the following training centres:

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National Personal Trainer Certificate - Includes Free Courses!

2021 Full Time Registrations are now open. Register now and take advantage of our Early Bird Special!

Ways to Study This Course

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