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Fitness Instructor Program

The need for qualified fitness instructors continues to grow. To meet this demand in a competent and professional way, Hunter College, with top fitness experts created a hands-on program that will train you for a career in the fitness arena.

Certificate Requirements

Complete all required courses within two years, plus one elective. You must also obtain a CPR certificate which is separate from the program. Most courses have exams and presentations. Grades are determined based on exams, application, attendance and class participation, and a grade of C is required to pass. You can expect to study approximately 3-5 hours/week for each course.

100% class attendance is expected. Any exceptions must be accompanied by a doctor’s note.

Application Process

To enter the program, interested applicants must complete an registration form and submit it with a Physician’s Clearance form to the Continuing Education office.

Waiver Form
Physician Clearance Form

Registration and Tuition

Class size is limited and early registration is advised. You can register for courses individually, plus $20.00 registration fee per semester. Payment plans can be arranged for the entire program fee of $3700, Please contact our bursar office at 212.772.4300.

Payment Plans can be viewed here.

Courses and Certifications

These courses give you hands-on experiential training that prepares you for future certifications such as ACE, NASM, ACSM, and for work in health clubs as instructors, managers, and personal trainers. Courses should be taken in the order in which they are listed. Please review the course catalog for the current semester’s offerings and course descriptions.

Required Courses

Functional Anatomy/Kinesiology: Part I $600
Functional Anatomy/Kinesiology: Part II $500
Teaching Adult Fitness I $400
Introduction to Nutrition $400
Teaching Adult Fitness II: Strength Training $400 (Prerequisite for this course are Anatomy I & II)
Teaching Adult Fitness III: Mat Exercise $400
Introduction to Exercise Physiology $500 (Prerequisite for this course are Anatomy I & II and Nutrition)
Fitness Evaluation $325

Electives (Choose One)

Exercise for Pregnancy and Post-Partum Clients $250
Exercise for Older Adults $250
Business of Fitness $99

Job Opportunities

The fitness field calls us frequently asking for instructors and trainers. Hunter will work to provide you job leads as soon as you qualify or complete training.