Catalog 2020-2021 
    
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Catalog 2020-2021 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

FTNS 191 Fitness Internship I

3 credits
This course prepares the student to be an employee in a health, fitness, or recreational facility. Students observe certified industry professionals at health, fitness, recreational, or therapeutic facilities and learn the daily operational duties associated with a fitness center.

Prerequisites: FTNS 112 , FTNS 121 BIOL& 160 , and instructor permission

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

  • Describe the daily operational aspects of a fitness facility
  • Collaborate with fitness professionals and fellow employees to perform daily tasks in a fitness center
  • Explain and implement emergency procedures at a fitness center
  • List a variety of exercises used in designing exercise programs

Program Outcomes
This course teaches to the following program outcomes:

  • Be prepared to obtain an entry-level to mid-management position in their field
  • Demonstrate ability to instruct a variety of clientele on proper exercise form and technique

Global Outcomes
This course teaches to the global outcome of teamwork.

Total Hours: 50 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 10 Guided Practice (Lab or Clinical) Hours: 40