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SIS30321 - Certificate III in Fitness

Course Details

Course Summary

This qualification represents the role of group and gym fitness instructors. These professionals design and conduct group exercise sessions and create gym-based programs for individuals, focusing on limited personalised instruction and minimal ongoing client supervision. They operate in structured environments under general oversight. In group settings or client interactions, they apply discretion and judgment to address routine issues, adhering to clearly defined organisational policies and procedures.

The skills covered in this qualification must be implemented in compliance with relevant Commonwealth, State, or Territory legislation, Australian standards, and industry codes of practice.

No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.


Requirements - To Be Eligible

For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.

Entry Requirements

There are no current Training Package entry requirements into this qualification, however students should note the following important information:

  • Students are required to complete the bksb (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy and numeracy assessment prior to enrolment unless they have completed an equal or higher-level course


Course Details

Course Type Qualification
Student Availability
  • Domestic
Fees
Full Fee $3,525.00 (2025)
$3,675.00 (2026)
Subsidised Full Fee $1,515.00 (2025)
$1,590.00 (2026)
Subsidised Concession Fee $855.00 (2025)
$900.00 (2026)
Fee for service per unit $235.00 (2025)
$245.00 (2026)
Subsidised full fee per unit $101.00 (2025)
$106.00 (2026)
RPL Fee for service per Unit $177.00 (2025)
For detailed information on Course Fees, visit www.cqu.edu.au/fees
Application Mode
  • Direct To University
How to Apply Please Enquire or Apply Now
Study Area
  • Health
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Skill Area
  • Fitness Sport and Recreation
AQF Level Level 3: Certificate III

Admission Codes

Domestic Students
Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes
Not Applicable
International Students
CRICOS Codes
Not Applicable

Student Outcomes, Career Opportunities and Occupations

Completion of CQUniversity’s Certificate III in Fitness prepares individuals a pathway to employment as a fitness instructor in environments such as fitness centres, gyms, and leisure or community facilities and serves as a direct pathway into the Certificate IV in Fitness (SIS40221), which qualifies graduates to work as personal trainers.

Course Structures

In order to complete this course, you must:

  1. Complete 11 core units
  2. Complete 4 elective units

Study Mode Definitions

  • Online: Online courses provide the flexibility to study without normally requiring a student to visit a campus. Course content is studied through a number of means including the use of online discussion forums, electronic library resources, by contacting lecturers and teachers, and receiving study materials online/electronically. Work integrated learning, including placements, may be included in some courses.
  • On-campus: Students studying in on-campus mode typically are expected to attend and participate in regular, structured on-campus teaching and learning activities throughout the University’s academic term. These activities may include lectures, tutorials, workshops and practice, online or other activities and normally will be timetabled at a CQUniversity campus or approved delivery site.
  • Mixed Mode: Students studying in mixed mode will participate in a combination of online learning activities in addition to site-specific learning activities, which may include residential schools, co-op placements and/or work-integrated learning as a compulsory requirement of a unit. The additional site-specific learning activities are what differentiates a mixed-mode unit from an online unit.

*All study modes may include Vocational placement and/or work integrated learning.

Select a course structure below to view the delivery details, including the different study modes offered for each structure.

Please select a course structure from the options below:
Mixed Mode

Students studying in mixed mode will participate in a combination of online learning activities and residential schools.

Approximate study commitment:
Part-time - 15 hours per week
Full-time - 19.5 hours per week

Your sequence of enrolment will depend on the month you commence your course.
To view your enrolment sequence, visit the course planner for the month and year you intend to start your studies.
For more information about your sequence of units please contact the Fitness team on fitness-team@cqu.edu.au

Enrolments for this program are spread over the study duration to provide the opportunity to develop skills and knowledge. Some units with similar outcomes have been clustered to enhance the learning experience. Students can extend their study duration and access educational support if required.

  • Mixed Mode
Unit Group 1
SISFFIT047 Use anatomy and physiology knowledge to support safe and effective exercise More Information Training.gov Details
Unit Group 2
BSBOPS304 Deliver and monitor a service to customers More Information Training.gov Details
SISFFIT032 Complete pre-exercise screening and service orientation More Information Training.gov Details
SISFFIT033 Complete client fitness assessments More Information Training.gov Details
BSBXTW301 Work in a team More Information Training.gov Details
BSBPEF301 Organise personal work priorities More Information Training.gov Details
Unit Group 3
SISFFIT036 Instruct group exercise sessions More Information Training.gov Details
SISFFIT035 Plan group exercise sessions More Information Training.gov Details
Unit Group 4
SISXFAC006 Maintain activity equipment More Information Training.gov Details
SISFFIT040 Develop and instruct gym-based exercise programs for individual clients More Information Training.gov Details
SISXFAC007 Maintain clean facilities More Information Training.gov Details
Unit Group 5
HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety More Information Training.gov Details
SISXEMR003 Respond to emergency situations More Information Training.gov Details
Unit Group 6
SISFFIT052 Provide healthy eating information More Information Training.gov Details
Unit Group 7

Students are required to provide evidence of a current First Aid Certificate containing unit HLTAID011 for direct Credit Transfer

HLTAID011 Provide First Aid More Information Training.gov Details

Unit Sequence

Below is the recommended study sequence for this course. Please enrol in your units as per the following order.
Units with the same sequence number should be enrolled into at the same time.
Sequence Unit
1 SISFFIT047 - Use anatomy and physiology knowledge to support safe and effective exercise
2 SISFFIT032 - Complete pre-exercise screening and service orientation
2 SISFFIT033 - Complete client fitness assessments
2 BSBXTW301 - Work in a team
2 BSBPEF301 - Organise personal work priorities
3 SISFFIT036 - Instruct group exercise sessions
3 SISFFIT035 - Plan group exercise sessions
4 SISXFAC006 - Maintain activity equipment
4 SISFFIT040 - Develop and instruct gym-based exercise programs for individual clients
4 SISXFAC007 - Maintain clean facilities
5 HLTWHS001 - Participate in workplace health and safety
5 SISXEMR003 - Respond to emergency situations
6 SISFFIT052 - Provide healthy eating information
7 HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid

The following units have no specific enrolment order and you should discuss the order of enrolment for these with your teacher.
Unit Code Unit Name
BSBOPS304 Deliver and monitor a service to customers

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Students must be high school students. Students will participate in a combination of online learning activities and residential schools.

Your sequence of enrolment will depend on the month you commence your course.
To view your enrolment sequence, visit the course planner for the month and year you intend to start your studies.
For more information about your sequence of units please contact the Fitness team on fitness-team@cqu.edu.au

Enrolments for this program are spread over the study duration to provide the opportunity to develop skills and knowledge. Some units with similar outcomes have been clustered to enhance the learning experience. Students can extend their study duration and access educational support if required.

  • Mixed Mode
Unit Group 1
SISFFIT047 Use anatomy and physiology knowledge to support safe and effective exercise More Information Training.gov Details
Unit Group 2
BSBOPS304 Deliver and monitor a service to customers More Information Training.gov Details
SISFFIT033 Complete client fitness assessments More Information Training.gov Details
SISFFIT032 Complete pre-exercise screening and service orientation More Information Training.gov Details
BSBXTW301 Work in a team More Information Training.gov Details
BSBPEF301 Organise personal work priorities More Information Training.gov Details
Unit Group 3
SISFFIT036 Instruct group exercise sessions More Information Training.gov Details
SISFFIT035 Plan group exercise sessions More Information Training.gov Details
Unit Group 4
SISFFIT040 Develop and instruct gym-based exercise programs for individual clients More Information Training.gov Details
SISXFAC007 Maintain clean facilities More Information Training.gov Details
SISXFAC006 Maintain activity equipment More Information Training.gov Details
Unit Group 5
SISXEMR003 Respond to emergency situations More Information Training.gov Details
HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety More Information Training.gov Details
Unit Group 6
SISFFIT052 Provide healthy eating information More Information Training.gov Details
Unit Group 7

Students are required to provide evidence of a current First Aid Certificate containing unit HLTAID011 for direct Credit Transfer

HLTAID011 Provide First Aid More Information Training.gov Details

Unit Sequence

Below is the recommended study sequence for this course. Please enrol in your units as per the following order.
Units with the same sequence number should be enrolled into at the same time.
Sequence Unit
1 SISFFIT047 - Use anatomy and physiology knowledge to support safe and effective exercise
2 BSBOPS304 - Deliver and monitor a service to customers
2 SISFFIT033 - Complete client fitness assessments
2 SISFFIT032 - Complete pre-exercise screening and service orientation
2 BSBXTW301 - Work in a team
2 BSBPEF301 - Organise personal work priorities
3 SISFFIT036 - Instruct group exercise sessions
3 SISFFIT035 - Plan group exercise sessions
4 SISFFIT040 - Develop and instruct gym-based exercise programs for individual clients
4 SISXFAC007 - Maintain clean facilities
4 SISXFAC006 - Maintain activity equipment
5 SISXEMR003 - Respond to emergency situations
5 HLTWHS001 - Participate in workplace health and safety
6 SISFFIT052 - Provide healthy eating information
7 HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid


Traineeship Course Structure

Students studying as a trainee will participate in a combination of online learning activities and residential schools.

Enrolments for this program are spread over the study duration to provide the opportunity to develop skills and knowledge. Some units with similar outcomes have been clustered to enhance the learning experience. Students can extend their study duration and access educational support if required.

Your sequence of enrolment will depend on the month you commence your course.

To view your enrolment sequence, visit the course planner for the month and year you intend to start your studies.

For more information about your sequence of units please contact the Fitness team on fitness-team@cqu.edu.au

 

  • Mixed Mode
Unit Group 1
SISFFIT047 Use anatomy and physiology knowledge to support safe and effective exercise More Information Training.gov Details
Unit Group 2
BSBXTW301 Work in a team More Information Training.gov Details
BSBPEF301 Organise personal work priorities More Information Training.gov Details
BSBOPS304 Deliver and monitor a service to customers More Information Training.gov Details
SISFFIT033 Complete client fitness assessments More Information Training.gov Details
SISFFIT032 Complete pre-exercise screening and service orientation More Information Training.gov Details
Unit Group 3
SISFFIT035 Plan group exercise sessions More Information Training.gov Details
SISFFIT036 Instruct group exercise sessions More Information Training.gov Details
Unit Group 4
SISXFAC007 Maintain clean facilities More Information Training.gov Details
SISXFAC006 Maintain activity equipment More Information Training.gov Details
SISFFIT040 Develop and instruct gym-based exercise programs for individual clients More Information Training.gov Details
Unit Group 5
SISXEMR003 Respond to emergency situations More Information Training.gov Details
HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety More Information Training.gov Details
Unit Group 6
SISFFIT052 Provide healthy eating information More Information Training.gov Details
Unit Group 7
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid More Information Training.gov Details

Unit Sequence

Below is the recommended study sequence for this course. Please enrol in your units as per the following order.
Units with the same sequence number should be enrolled into at the same time.
Sequence Unit
1 SISFFIT047 - Use anatomy and physiology knowledge to support safe and effective exercise
2 BSBXTW301 - Work in a team
2 BSBPEF301 - Organise personal work priorities
2 BSBOPS304 - Deliver and monitor a service to customers
2 SISFFIT033 - Complete client fitness assessments
2 SISFFIT032 - Complete pre-exercise screening and service orientation
3 SISFFIT035 - Plan group exercise sessions
3 SISFFIT036 - Instruct group exercise sessions
4 SISXFAC007 - Maintain clean facilities
4 SISXFAC006 - Maintain activity equipment
4 SISFFIT040 - Develop and instruct gym-based exercise programs for individual clients
5 SISXEMR003 - Respond to emergency situations
5 HLTWHS001 - Participate in workplace health and safety
6 SISFFIT052 - Provide healthy eating information
7 HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid


On Campus

The 6-month intensive course is designed to fast-track your skills and knowledge. This immersive program provides hands-on experience and expert guidance to help you achieve your goals quickly.

Students studying on-campus are expected to attend and participate in regular, structured on-campus teaching and learning activities throughout the semester.

Your sequence of enrolment will depend on the month you commence your course.

To view your enrolment sequence, visit the course planner for the month and year you intend to start your studies.

For more information about your sequence of units please contact the Fitness team on fitness-team@cqu.edu.au

  • On-campus
Unit Group 1
SISFFIT047 Use anatomy and physiology knowledge to support safe and effective exercise More Information Training.gov Details
Unit Group 2
SISFFIT040 Develop and instruct gym-based exercise programs for individual clients More Information Training.gov Details
BSBOPS304 Deliver and monitor a service to customers More Information Training.gov Details
SISFFIT033 Complete client fitness assessments More Information Training.gov Details
SISFFIT032 Complete pre-exercise screening and service orientation More Information Training.gov Details
Unit Group 3
BSBXTW301 Work in a team More Information Training.gov Details
BSBPEF301 Organise personal work priorities More Information Training.gov Details
SISFFIT036 Instruct group exercise sessions More Information Training.gov Details
SISFFIT035 Plan group exercise sessions More Information Training.gov Details
Unit Group 4
SISXFAC006 Maintain activity equipment More Information Training.gov Details
SISXFAC007 Maintain clean facilities More Information Training.gov Details
Unit Group 5
HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety More Information Training.gov Details
SISXEMR003 Respond to emergency situations More Information Training.gov Details
Unit Group 6
SISFFIT052 Provide healthy eating information More Information Training.gov Details
Unit Group 7

Students are required to provide evidence of a current First Aid Certificate containing unit HLTAID011 for direct Credit Transfer

HLTAID011 Provide First Aid More Information Training.gov Details

Unit Sequence

Below is the recommended study sequence for this course. Please enrol in your units as per the following order.
Units with the same sequence number should be enrolled into at the same time.
Sequence Unit
1 SISFFIT047 - Use anatomy and physiology knowledge to support safe and effective exercise
2 SISFFIT040 - Develop and instruct gym-based exercise programs for individual clients
2 BSBOPS304 - Deliver and monitor a service to customers
2 SISFFIT033 - Complete client fitness assessments
2 SISFFIT032 - Complete pre-exercise screening and service orientation
3 BSBPEF301 - Organise personal work priorities
3 SISFFIT036 - Instruct group exercise sessions
3 SISFFIT035 - Plan group exercise sessions
4 SISXFAC006 - Maintain activity equipment
4 SISXFAC007 - Maintain clean facilities
5 HLTWHS001 - Participate in workplace health and safety
5 SISXEMR003 - Respond to emergency situations
6 SISFFIT052 - Provide healthy eating information
7 HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid

The following units have no specific enrolment order and you should discuss the order of enrolment for these with your teacher.
Unit Code Unit Name
BSBXTW301 Work in a team

Start TAFE Now - High School Dual Qualification

This course if for High school students who are completing their SIS20122 Certificate II in Sport and Recreation with CQUniversity.

Enrolments for this program are spread over the study duration to provide the opportunity to develop skills and knowledge. Some units with similar outcomes have been clustered to enhance the learning experience. Students can extend their study duration and access educational support if required.

Your sequence of enrolment will depend on the month you commence your course.

To view your enrolment sequence, visit the course planner for the month and year you intend to start your studies.

For more information about your sequence of units please contact the Fitness team on fitness-team@cqu.edu.au

  • Mixed Mode
Unit Group 1
SISFFIT040 Develop and instruct gym-based exercise programs for individual clients More Information Training.gov Details
BSBOPS304 Deliver and monitor a service to customers More Information Training.gov Details
SISFFIT033 Complete client fitness assessments More Information Training.gov Details
SISFFIT047 Use anatomy and physiology knowledge to support safe and effective exercise More Information Training.gov Details
SISFFIT032 Complete pre-exercise screening and service orientation More Information Training.gov Details
Unit Group 2
SISFFIT036 Instruct group exercise sessions More Information Training.gov Details
SISFFIT035 Plan group exercise sessions More Information Training.gov Details
Unit Group 3
SISFFIT052 Provide healthy eating information More Information Training.gov Details

Unit Sequence

Below is the recommended study sequence for this course. Please enrol in your units as per the following order.
Units with the same sequence number should be enrolled into at the same time.
Sequence Unit
1 SISFFIT040 - Develop and instruct gym-based exercise programs for individual clients
1 BSBOPS304 - Deliver and monitor a service to customers
1 SISFFIT033 - Complete client fitness assessments
1 SISFFIT047 - Use anatomy and physiology knowledge to support safe and effective exercise
1 SISFFIT032 - Complete pre-exercise screening and service orientation
2 SISFFIT036 - Instruct group exercise sessions
2 SISFFIT035 - Plan group exercise sessions

The following units have no specific enrolment order and you should discuss the order of enrolment for these with your teacher.
Unit Code Unit Name
SISFFIT052 Provide healthy eating information

Course Assessment Information

RPL - Students who have previous informal and formal learning need to advise their trainer/assessor prior to enrolment. If the student wishes to apply for an RPL they need to apply to the RPL Centre.
Credit transfer - If credit for relevant formal qualifications is sought, then the process will be actioned after the student has enrolled in at least one unit of competency as directed by the relevant trainer/assessor. The Trainer/Assessor will work with the student on their credit transfer application, and provide advice and support as necessary.
Assessment Types
Project
Practical Task
RPL
Written/Electronic Assessment
Course Learning Outcomes
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Domestic 2022 Availabilities

Mixed Mode

Mixed Mode
Mixed Mode includes a combination of online learning activities and compulsory site-specific attendance at residential schools and/or workshops.
July: Part Time
August: Part Time
September: Part Time
October: Part Time
November: Part Time

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There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.

Traineeship Course Structure

There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.

On Campus

On-campus

Mackay City

July: Full Time/Part Time
August: Full Time/Part Time

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There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.

Domestic 2023 Availabilities

Mixed Mode

Mixed Mode
Mixed Mode includes a combination of online learning activities and compulsory site-specific attendance at residential schools and/or workshops.
February: Full Time/Part Time
March: Full Time/Part Time
April: Full Time/Part Time
May: Full Time/Part Time
June: Full Time/Part Time
July: Full Time/Part Time
August: Full Time/Part Time
September: Full Time/Part Time
October: Full Time/Part Time
November: Full Time/Part Time

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There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.

Traineeship Course Structure

There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.

On Campus

On-campus

Mackay City

February: Full Time
March: Full Time
July: Full Time
August: Full Time

Start TAFE Now - High School Dual Qualification

There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.

Domestic 2024 Availabilities

Mixed Mode

Mixed Mode
Mixed Mode includes a combination of online learning activities and compulsory site-specific attendance at residential schools and/or workshops.
February: Full Time/Part Time
March: Full Time/Part Time
April: Full Time/Part Time
May: Full Time/Part Time
June: Full Time/Part Time
July: Full Time/Part Time
August: Full Time/Part Time
September: Full Time/Part Time
October: Full Time/Part Time
November: Full Time/Part Time

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There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.

Traineeship Course Structure

There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.

On Campus

On-campus

Mackay City

February: Full Time
March: Full Time
April: Full Time
July: Full Time
August: Full Time
September: Full Time

Start TAFE Now - High School Dual Qualification

There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.

Domestic 2025 Availabilities

Mixed Mode

Mixed Mode
Mixed Mode includes a combination of online learning activities and compulsory site-specific attendance at residential schools and/or workshops.
February: Full Time/Part Time
March: Full Time/Part Time
April: Full Time/Part Time
May: Full Time/Part Time
June: Full Time/Part Time
July: Full Time/Part Time
August: Full Time/Part Time
September: Full Time/Part Time
October: Full Time/Part Time
November: Full Time/Part Time

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There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.

Traineeship Course Structure

There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.

On Campus

On-campus

Mackay City

February: Full Time
March: Full Time
April: Full Time
July: Full Time
August: Full Time
September: Full Time

Start TAFE Now - High School Dual Qualification

There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.

Domestic 2026 Availabilities

Mixed Mode

Mixed Mode
Mixed Mode includes a combination of online learning activities and compulsory site-specific attendance at residential schools and/or workshops.
February: Full Time/Part Time
March: Full Time/Part Time
April: Full Time/Part Time
May: Full Time/Part Time
June: Full Time/Part Time
July: Full Time/Part Time
August: Full Time/Part Time
September: Full Time/Part Time
October: Full Time/Part Time
November: Full Time/Part Time

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Traineeship Course Structure

There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.

On Campus

On-campus

Mackay City

February: Full Time
March: Full Time
April: Full Time
July: Full Time
August: Full Time
September: Full Time

Start TAFE Now - High School Dual Qualification

There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.
For individual class days and times for each intake please check the TAFE Timetable located here
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Attendance (Mixed Mode) 

Students completing this course will need to watch a weekly 1-hour theory class and attend a weekly 1-hour tutorial. For students who cannot attend in person (Mackay City campus, Cairns City campus and zoom), this weekly class can be accessed via a recording from the Moodle student platform. Students must also attend two 3-day practical weekends (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) in either Mackay, Bundaberg, Rockhampton or Cairns. Bundaberg and Rockhampton are dependent on adequate student numbers. 

 

Attendance (On Campus) 

Mackay City Campus only.  Students completing this course will need to attend the Mackay City campus Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 9.00am to 3.00pm

 

Enrolment Information 

As this course has a rolling intake, the enrolment sequence will differ depending on the month you enrol. Please refer to the table below. Units for your course are listed here in their groups. The tables below outline which group you should enrol in based on the month you start your course.   Contact the fitness team for more information fitness-team@cqu.edu.au.