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Fitness and Wellness Specialist
99%
Student Satisfaction
99% of our recent graduates report they are satisfied with their Madison College education.
$50k
Annual Salary
Our recent graduates of this program reported an average starting salary of $49,536.
95%
Job Placement
Within six months of graduation.
Data source: Graduate Summary Report
Technical Diploma
Program Number: 301094
Credits: 23
Area of Study: Culinary, Hospitality and Fitness
Delivery Method:
Some Online / Some In Person*
Financial Aid Available
Estimated Program Cost:
Tuition
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$3,243.65
Materials/Supplemental Costs
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$564.97
Other Costs
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$0.00
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Total Estimated Program Costs*:
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Overview
Admission
Overview
Madison College's Fitness and Wellness Specialist Technical Diploma courses cover personal training, group fitness, wellness coaching and will show you how to develop employer sponsored wellness programs. You will learn basic nutrition principles as well as anatomy and physiology for exercise, body structure and function.
To prepare you for the workforce you will have an opportunity to write your resume, practice interviewing and learn networking. In addition, you will learn general fiscal management and become familiar with forecasting cost and income, budgeting, fundraising and grant seeking.
The Fitness and Wellness Specialist diploma contains two American Council on Exercise (ACE) prep courses. After completion you will be prepared to take the Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor certification exams.
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
Explore financial aid eligibility for this program.
CurriculumAdmission
To Apply
- View the admission requirements for application deadlines, materials, and requirements.
- Attend an Advising, Application, Information & More (AAIM) Session to get started in the admission process.
- Visit MATC to learn more about the Madison College experience including campus tours and program open houses.
After Acceptance
Once you are admitted into your program, review the Start of Semester Checklist to prepare for your first day of classes at MATC.
Questions?
Contact Enrollment Services at EnrollmentServices@madisoncollege.edu or (608) 246-6210.
TransferCurriculum
Prospective program students, the information below reflects the basic requirements for students admitted for the 2020-2021 academic year. To learn more about Madison College, visit us.
Current program students (including newly admitted), go directly to your Degree Progress Report (also referred to as an Advising Report or Academic Requirements) to view:
- Progress toward your specific requirements
- Alternative (in lieu of) courses to meet specific requirements
If you have questions after reviewing your report, please see Advising Services.
First SemesterSecond SemesterOutcomesTransfer Partnerships
There are currently no Transfer Partnerships for this program. Review our Transfer Opportunities page for information on all Madison College transfer options.
CareersOutcomes
After completing the Fitness and Wellness Specialist program at Madison Area Technical 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.
Careers
Completion of the Fitness and Wellness Specialist Technical Diploma at Madison College will qualify you for employment as a:
- Personal trainer
- Fitness instructor
- Activity director in a health club or recreation center
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