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The learner group for this qualification are people wishing to gain a qualification in order to work as an instructor providing exercise instruction for groups or gym programs. They work independently with some level of autonomy in a controlled environment such as fitness, leisure, aquatic and community centres where risks are managed through pre-existing risk assessment and hazard control processes.

This is an entry level course and no previous fitness skills or experience are necessary.

International students must:

• Be at least 18 years of age,
• Provide evidence of completing at least the equivalent of Australian Year 10,
• Successfully complete the Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) online test as per ALG’s Language, Literacy and Numeracy Requirements Factsheet,
• Meet English Language Entry Requirements as per ALG’s English Proficiency Requirements Factsheet

A prospective student does not need to provide evidence of an English test score with their application if one of the following applies:

• Prospective student is a citizen and holds a passport from UK, USA, Canada, NZ or Republic of Ireland.
• Prospective student has completed at least 5 years’ study in English in one or more of the following countries: Australia, UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, or the Republic of Ireland.
• Completed at least 6 months of a Certificate IV level course in an Australian RTO.

Please also note that if you are applying for more than one course with us, you will only need to complete the LLN online test once. Students returning to studies at ALG after a significant gap may be required to complete the LLN online test at the discretion of ALG.

The course duration is 39 weeks, with time divided into both training (on campus and self-paced, distance) and assessment. This time includes both face-to-face and self-paced training and assessment.

Students are required to attend 14 hours of classroom training per week and complete structured self-study of 6 hours per week. This is a mandatory component of a student’s study and student’s attendance, and participation will be monitored.

Training and Assessment

Your class room learning will take place in both theory classrooms and working gyms. This means your classroom will have similar equipment, educational and physical resources to those you will find in gym or fitness centre.

In your classes you can expect to take the role of client and instructor, engage in roleplays, create programs and simulate learning activities that you will then put into practice in the workplace. You will learn and develop your knowledge to plan for your clients’ care.

In addition, you will be required to undertake self-paced learning and submit written assessments. A number of practical and skills based assessments will be undertaken in class.
A first aid course is also part of this qualification.

Assessment Methods

Assessment will occur through a variety of methods, including projects incorporating role-plays, case studies, observations, and short answer questions. Assessment conditions will ensure a simulated workplace environment for classroom-based assessment.

Practical Classes

You will undertake half of your timetabled study program in a working gym. In this practical you will be learning and practicing the skills you will be able to use in your own workplace. In order to successfully complete this component of your study, you will have to successfully complete a range of tasks including a log book and practical exam.

Training Locations

Your training will occur on campus and within the gym. Please refer to course timetable for the campus locations.

Student Support

The primary learning support comes from our Student Experience Team and from our Trainers and Assessors.

Student Experience Advisors offer support throughout a learner’s studies and can help with the following information:

• Support services
• LLN services (in collaboration with the Training and Assessment team)
• Legal services
• Emergency and health services
• Facilities and resources;
• Complaints and appeals processes

Additional sources of student services information available includes:

• Student Services Booklet
• ALG Student Handbook
• Online Student Centres – found on our websites
• Plus a variety of individual factsheets, flyers or electronic messages

• All students attending practical classes at a gym must wear appropriate gym clothes and shoes and bring a towel to all practical classes.
• Some practical classes may be conducted outdoors so students should also carry appropriate sun protection and clothing to all classes in event class is conducted outdoors.
• A water bottle is also highly recommended for students to carry in every class. 
• All students will be required to have access to a laptop or desktop with Microsoft office to complete assessments
• It is advised for a streamlined assessment experience, to bring laptops or tablet devices to class