Overview

The Personal Training course at College of San Mateo is designed to prepare students for successful careers across a variety of fitness and wellness environments, including:

• Public & Private Fitness Centers and athletic venues.
• Sport-Specific Training Centers and corporate wellness programs.
• Hospitality & Leisure: Resorts, hotels, cruise lines, and spa/rejuvenation centers.
• Education: College and university recreation centers.

Certification Preparation

This curriculum provides students with the foundational knowledge required to excel in national personal training certification exams, such as:

• ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine)
• NSCA (National Strength and Conditioning Association)
• NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine)
• NCSF (National Council on Strength & Fitness)

Please Note: Completion of this class provides the necessary preparation for these exams but does not grant a personal training certificate itself.