Nutrition for Personal Trainers and Coaches
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Nutrition for Personal Trainers and Coaches provides a foundation of nutrition knowledge in a non-clinical setting. This certificate is designed for individuals interested in fitness, nutrition, wellness and health-related professions. Students acquire the knowledge and skills to work with individuals to improve well-being and promote healthy lifestyles.
Details
Field of Interest
Health Sciences
Degree Type
Certificate of Completion (CCL)
Academic Plan
Nutrition for Personal Trainers and Coaches (CER)
Academic Plan Code
5302
Total credits required
16
Catalog Year
2024-2025
Effective Term
Fall 2022
Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
What You'll Learn
This pathway map will help you gain the expertise needed to:
- Identify required education, training and areas of practice in nutrition and dietetics.
- Locate peer reviewed nutrition research using various scientific databases.
- Demonstrate an understanding of nutrition requirements at each stage of the life cycle.
- Examine basic human physiology as it relates to nutrition and exercise.
- Apply current nutrition guidelines to maximize health, fitness and athletic performance.
- Apply concepts of energy balance and fuel metabolism to improve health, manage weight, and enhance athletic performance.
- Evaluate alternative diets in relation to standard nutrition guidelines and current peer reviewed scientific research.
- Differentiate between anabolic, catabolic, and energy producing supplements.
- Determine effectiveness of nutrition supplements using current peer reviewed scientific research.
- Apply nutrition principles in a professional setting.
Successful completion of this certificate may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Arizona-based wages* for this certificate. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.
Dietetic Technicians
$32,630 Show expanded career information for Dietetic Technicians
Dietitians and Nutritionists
$62,720 Show expanded career information for Dietitians and Nutritionists
Course Sequence by Term
The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
- The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
- Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
Full-time Sequence
Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.
Term 1
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXS125 | Introduction to Exercise Physiology | 3 | |||
| FON125 | Introduction to Professions in Food, Nutrition, and Dietetics | 1 | |||
| FON241 | Principles of Human Nutrition | SG in combo w/ FON241LL | 3 | ||
| FON241LL | Principles of Human Nutrition Laboratory | SG in combo w/ FON241 | 1 | ||
| IFS110 | Critical Research for College Success | 1 |
Term 2
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FON210 | Sports Nutrition and Supplements for Physical Activity | 3 | |||
| FON247 | Weight Management Science | 3 | |||
| FON270AA or FON298AA | Applied Nutrition Experience for Personal Trainers and Coaches or Special Projects | 1 |
Part-time Sequence
Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less.
Term 1
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FON125 | Introduction to Professions in Food, Nutrition, and Dietetics | 1 | |||
| FON241 | Principles of Human Nutrition | SG in combo w/ FON241LL | 3 | ||
| FON241LL | Principles of Human Nutrition Laboratory | SG in combo w/ FON241 | 1 | ||
| IFS110 | Critical Research for College Success | 1 |
Term 2
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXS125 | Introduction to Exercise Physiology | 3 | |||
| FON247 | Weight Management Science | 3 |
Term 3
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FON210 | Sports Nutrition and Supplements for Physical Activity | 3 | |||
| FON270AA or FON298AA | Applied Nutrition Experience for Personal Trainers and Coaches or Special Projects | 1 |
Disclaimer
Students must earn a grade of C or better for all courses required within the program.
Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.
View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm11?id=172282).
At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, we encourage you to meet with an advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.