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Program Overview
Madison College's Fitness and Wellness Specialist Technical Diploma assists students in learning basic nutrition principles, anatomy and physiology for exercise, body structure, and function to help build a foundation for Nationally recognized certification programs through American Council on Exercise and Precision Nutrition. Content from this program also covers career exploration, First Aid/AED training needed for certification exams, practical experience, and networking.
Certification prep courses cover personal training, health coaching, and group fitness. With this degree, you will also have the opportunity to gain your Precision Nutrition Level 1 Coaching certification. The program faculty facilitate professional networking and community engagement to get you in the industry and employed in record time.
In your final semester, you will work with clients alongside faculty to gain industry-specific experience. You will also learn the technology trends used to enhance coaching such as online training, podcasting, social media marketing, sponsorships, selling principles, and business communication.
Program Details
Students in the Fitness and Wellness Specialist program attend part-time.
Fitness and Wellness Specialist classes may be offered at these Madison College campuses:
- Madison - Truax
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Careers
After completing the Fitness & Wellness specialist program at Madison Area Technical College, you will be able to seek employment in the following areas:
- Fitness & Wellness Specialist
- Personal Training
- Group Fitness
- Health Coaching
- Nutrition Coach
- Fitness, Recreation, & Wellness Business Owner
- Sports Performance Coach
- Youth Sports Coach
Interested in an associate degree in Fitness, Wellness & Recreation?
Did you know almost all your credits from the Fitness and Wellness Specialist program will transfer to our 2-year program? Stick around for a few more semesters to gain skills in leadership, marketing, programming, event planning, facility design and operation, and much more! -
Curriculum and Experience
Prospective program students, the information below reflects the basic requirements for students admitted for the 2023-2024 academic year. To learn more about Madison College, visit us.
Current and newly admitted program students, go directly to your Degree Progress Report to view:
- Progress toward your specific requirements
- Alternative (in lieu of) courses to meet specific requirements
If you have questions after reviewing your degree progress report (advisement report), please see Advising Services.
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Admission
To Apply
Earning a degree is a great way to advance your career development opportunities, so apply today!
International students who wish to apply for, maintain, or transfer their F-1 student visa status to Madison College are required to complete the International Admission Process.
Note: It is recommended to only apply for a semester that has already started if you are currently enrolled in classes or you have verified that classes are still available for that semester.
Application Dates
Spring 2025
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is April 15, 2025
Summer 2025
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is July 15, 2025
Fall 2025
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is November 15, 2025
Admission Requirements
All materials must be submitted by the application deadline.
1. Admission Application
The online application allows you to save your work as you complete it and ensures fast, secure delivery to our office.
2. Education Completion
Official transcripts must be sent from the institutions you attended and indicate one of the following:
- High school (current high school seniors may submit an in-progress transcript)
- GED/HSED transcript
- College transcript(s) showing:
- Completion of an associate degree or higher, or
- At least 30 credits completed with a minimum GPA of 2.0 on a 4-point scale
- The credits must be completed at a single college and cannot be combined with other transcripts
- Any transfer credit listed on a transcript does not count toward the 30-credit minimum
All high school and/or college transcripts are recommended to be submitted for Credit for Prior Learning evaluation.
Additional Notes
- Class capacity is limited and is available on a first come, first served basis.
- Course prerequisites differ from admission requirements; admission into a program does not guarantee eligibility to enroll in courses or success in the program. Refer to program curriculum for details.
After Acceptance
Once you are admitted into your program, review the Start of Semester Checklist to prepare for your first day of classes at Madison College.
Questions?
Contact the Enrollment Center at EnrollmentServices@madisoncollege.edu or 608.246.6210.
Get Started!
Apply to Madison College and take the first step towards your Fitness and Wellness Specialist career.
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Career Outcomes
After completing the Fitness and Wellness Specialist program at Madison College, you will be able to:
- Relate foundations of physical fitness, health and wellness to the stages of the human lifespan.
- Facilitate physical activity to meet the needs of a variety of populations.
- Adhere to safety rules and regulations governing the fitness industry.
- Integrate leadership techniques to enhance fitness experiences for individuals and groups.
- Align fitness business procedures to management, marketing, and finance goals.
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Graduate Summary
Graduate Report Summary Overview
2021 2022 2023 Number of Program Graduates 18 12 6 Number of Surveys Sent 18 11 6 Number of Surveys Returned 12 10 5 Percent of Surveys Returned Available for Employment 11 8 4 Percent Available for Employment 91.7% 80.0% 80.0% Not in Labor Market Percent Not in Labor Market 8.3% 20.0% 20.0% Available for Employment
2021 2022 2023 Graduates Employed 11 8 4 Percent of Graduates Employed 100.0% 100.0% 100.0% Employed in Related Occupation 6 6 4 Percent Employed in Related Occupation 54.5% 75.0% 100.0% Employed in Unrelated Occupation 5 2 0 Percent Employed in Unrelated Occupation 45.5% 25.0% 0.0% Employed - No Response 0 0 0 Percent Employed - No Response 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Seeking Employment 0 0 0 Percent Seeking Employment 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Reaction To Training at Madison College
2021 2022 2023 Student satisfaction Mean (Out of 4) 3.8 3.6 3.8 Number of Satisfaction Responses 12 9 5 Very Satisfied (4) 10 5 4 Percent Very Satisfied 83.3% 55.6% 80.0% Satisfied (3) 2 4 1 Percent Satisfied 16.7% 44.4% 20.0% Unsatisfied (2) 0 0 0 Percent Unsatisfied 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Very Unsatisfied (1) Percent Very Unsatisfied 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Primary Reason for Attending Madison College
2021 2022 2023 Number of Primary Reason Responses 12 10 5 Preparation for Getting a Job Percent Preparation for Getting a Job Career Change Percent Career Change Improvement of Existing Skills Percent Improvement of Existing Skills Preparation for Further Education Percent Preparation for Further Education Personal Interest Percent Personal Interest Other Percent Other 0.0% 10.0% 0.0% When Employment was Obtained
2021 2022 2023 Number of When Employment Obtained Responses 11 8 4 Before Enrollment 5 1 0 Percent Before Enrollment 45.5% 12.5% 0.0% While Attending the College 3 1 2 Percent While Attending the College 27.3% 12.5% 50.0% After Training at the College 3 6 2 Percent After Training at the College 27.3% 75.0% 50.0% Location of Employment (related and unrelated)
2021 2022 2023 Number of Employment Location Responses 11 8 4 In College District 11 4 2 Percent In College District 100.0% 50.0% 50.0% In Wisconsin, Not in District 0 3 1 Percent of In Wisconsin 0.0% 37.5% 25.0% Outside of Wisconsin 0 1 1 Percent Outside Wisconsin 0.0% 12.5% 25.0% Employer Location Unknown 0 0 0 Percent Location Unknown 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Salary Trend 2021 2022 2023 Full Time Employment (Related Job) Full Time Salary Count 5 2 2 Average Monthly Wage $2,907 $3,632 $3,440 Average Hourly Wage $16.90 $21.12 $20.00 Average Work Hours per Week 41.6 47.5 40.0 Part Time Employment (Related Job) Part Time Salary Count 1 3 1 Average Hourly Wage $18.00 $25.67 $15.39 Average Work Hours per Week 30.0 12.3 25.0 -
Graduate Employers
Graduate Employers for academic year: 2023 Employer(s) Job Title City* State** Positions SMASH Fitness Owner, Fitness Coach/Trainer Oregon Stretchlab Flexologist Columbus OH Toned Body Fitness Personal Trainer Elm Grove * - Only cities outside of Madison will display.
** - Only states outside of Wisconsin will display.
*** - If you have a position to post, please contact Career and Employment Services at jobpostings@madisoncollege.edu
