Fitness
Become a fitness coach, wellness coach, personal trainer, work at a health club, or work in the health industry.
Designed for students and health and fitness professionals, the Fitness Academic Certificate provides individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to assist clients who wish to engage in physical activity and embrace a lifestyle of health and wellness. The certificate helps those who want to be a fitness coach, wellness coach, personal trainer, work at a health club, or work in the health industry.
Related Careers
- Health education specialist, $56,500
- Occupational therapist, $86,280
- Physical therapist, $91,010
- Exercise physiologist, $50,280
- Exercise trainer and group instructor, $40,510
- Athletic trainer, $49,860
- Massage therapist, $43,620
- Community health workers, $42,000
Career data and salary information is from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
“I got my dream job with Prestige Care. I work between two different locations as the wellness coach. I perform monthly fitness assessments on the residents and place them into one of my exercise classes. It’s such a fulfilling and fun career. I am so thankful for having such a solid education and great mentors along the way.” - Lorianne Ressler ‘18
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Contact Information
Admissions Office
Reid Centennial Hall 114
500 8th Avenue
Lewiston, Idaho 83501
- 208-792-2378
- 800-933-5272 ext. 2378 (toll free)
- 208-792-2876 (fax)
- [email protected]
- Mon-Thu, 8:00 - 5:00
- Fri, 8:00 - 12:00
Physical, Life, Movement & Sport Science Division
Meriwether Lewis Hall 306
500 8th Avenue
Lewiston, Idaho 83501