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

Quarters Offered: All

Global Outcomes:
This course teaches to the global outcome of Teamwork.

Student Outcomes/Competencies:
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

Total Hours: 50 Lecture Hours: 10 Lab or Clinical Hours: 40