SIS30321 - Certificate III in Fitness

SIS30321 - Certificate III in Fitness

Kickstart Your Career in the Fitness Industry and Support Your Community

Are you passionate about health, fitness, and well-being in your community? The Certificate III in Fitness (SIS30321) provides Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander individuals with the fundamental skills to work as a Gym Instructor or Group Exercise Leader, helping to promote healthier lifestyles in community-controlled health services and fitness centres.

Why Choose This Qualification?

✔ Culturally Safe Training – Learn in a culturally supportive environment tailored to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and fitness needs.
✔ Hands-On Industry Training – Gain practical experience in fitness centres, community gyms, and health organisations.
✔ Career-Ready Skills – Train to become a Gym Instructor, Group Fitness Instructor, or Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach.
✔ Flexible Learning Options – Blended learning (online, face-to-face, and practical training).
✔ Away From Base (AFB) Approved – Eligible students can access the AFB allowance to support their studies.

Course Overview

  • Course Code & Name: SIS30321 - Certificate III in Fitness
  • Duration: 6-12 months (full-time) or part-time options available
  • Delivery Mode: Blended learning (online, face-to-face, workplace training)
  • Study Hours: Approx. 600-1200 hours

Course Units

Core Units

  • SISFFIT032 - Complete pre-exercise screening and service orientation
  • SISFFIT033 - Complete client fitness assessments
  • SISFFIT035 - Plan group exercise sessions
  • SISFFIT036 - Instruct group exercise sessions
  • SISFFIT040 - Develop and instruct gym-based exercise programs for individual clients
  • SISFFIT047 - Use anatomy and physiology knowledge to support safe and effective exercise
  • SISFFIT052 - Provide healthy eating information
  • HLTWHS001 - Participate in workplace health and safety

Elective Units (Selected Based on Career Goals)

  • SISFFIT037 - Instruct group exercise sessions for older clients
  • SISFFIT038 - Plan and instruct water-based fitness activities
  • SISFFIT041 - Develop personalised exercise programs
  • BSBOPS304 - Deliver and monitor a service to customers

For a full list of units, please visit training.gov.au.

Delivery Locations

📍 Sydney Region: 35 Harvey Street, Little Bay NSW 2036 (Aboriginal Health College)

📍 Satellite Locations:

  • West Region: 8 Tony McGrane Pl, Dubbo NSW 2830
  • South Region: TBA
  • North Region: TBA

Course Offering Schedule

📆 Semester 1 Intake:

  • Applications Open: October
  • Applications Close: December
  • Course Starts: February

📆 Semester 2 Intake:

  • Applications Open: March
  • Applications Close: Early June
  • Course Starts: July

💡 Late Applications? Contact us to discuss enrolment options!

Entry Requirements

✔ Must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent
✔ Minimum age of 16 years
✔ Basic literacy and numeracy skills
✔ Physical fitness to participate in practical assessments

Course Cost & Funding

💰 Fee Range: $0 - $5,000 per student (call for exact pricing)

🟢 NSW Smart & Skilled Subsidised Training and Fee Exemptions:

  • Fee-Free Exemptions: $0
  • Concession: $160
  • Subsidised Fee: $750 (first qualification)
  • Full Fee: $5,000

For more information on fees, subsidies, and payment plans, visit our Fees & Funding page.

Study Resources & Support

📚 Access to learning materials:

  • Office 365 Student Account – Includes Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Online Library Database for research and study support
  • Printed and digital study booklets

📡 Remote Learning Support: Alternative arrangements available for students in remote areas.

📞 Student Support Services:
✔ Academic support and tutoring
✔ Career advice and job placement assistance
✔ Culturally appropriate counselling services
✔ Away From Base (AFB) support for eligible students

Intensive (Residential) Study

📍 Face-to-Face Intensive Training Blocks are required as part of this qualification.
📍 Held at Aboriginal Health College, Little Bay NSW and other regional locations.

Away From Base (AFB) Eligibility

Eligible Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students can receive financial support for:
✅ Travel costs to and from the training location
✅ Accommodation expenses while attending training
✅ Meals and incidental costs

🛑 AFB students must apply for ABSTUDY - Incidental Allowance before their first intensive block.

📢 Note: If you are a Trainee in NSW, AFB is not available. Instead, you may be eligible for VTAS travel and accommodation support.

For full AFB details, visit our Away From Base support page.

Workplace Training & Employment Pathways

🔹 Work Placement & Practical Training:

  • Hands-on experience in fitness centres, Aboriginal Medical Services, and community fitness programs.

🎯 Career Outcomes:
✔ Gym Instructor
✔ Group Fitness Instructor
✔ Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach

📚 Further Study Pathways:
✔ Certificate IV in Fitness (SIS40221)
✔ Diploma of Sport & Recreation Management
✔ Other related health and fitness qualifications

Apply Now & Take the Next Step!

📞 Call: 02 9030 8200
📩 Email: info@ahmrc.edu.au
🌐 Website: www.ahmrc.org.au

🚀 Ready to launch your career in fitness and community health? Submit your application today!