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SCW Nationally Recognized CertificationsSCW Fitness Education is a nationally recognized certification organization that has trainedover 100,000 Fitness Professionals. Our certifications are recognized by fitness facilitiesacross the USA and Internationally. The SCW Fitness Education Certifications are bothgeneral and specialty in orientation and span from Group Ex, PT, Aqua, Yoga, Barre, Pilates,Sports Nutrition, Weight Management, Kettle Weights and more. Each certification isdeveloped and lead by qualified, veteran trainers that have 20 years of fitness experience.Theory, practice, and application combine to credential our SCW professionals and preparethem for quality instruction at large, small and specialty facilities.Most SCW Online Certifications are presented live at each of our SCW MANIA conventions. When offered, our live certifications are free (within one year) for those whohave completed the courses.SCW Fitness EducationSCW is an internationally recognized education body that provides hands-on certificationsand continuing education courses and conventions to fitness professionals in multipledisciplines nationwide. For the past 28 years, since 1987, Personal Trainers, Group ExerciseInstructors, Small Group Training Leaders, Aquatic Exercise Professionals, CyclingTeachers, Mind-Body Experts, Sport Specific Training Educators and many more getcertified through SCW. This outstanding Family of Leaders also supports Managers,Directors and Owners of clubs and facilities nationwide. As the largest Conference Leaderand Continuing Education Provider in the world, MANIA offers eight ProfessionalTraining Conventions in Philadelphia, California, Florida, Atlanta, Dallas, DC, Midwest(Chicago), and Boston serving over 10,000 health and wellness professionals and reachingover 90,000 virtually.SCW Certifications Published bySCW Fitness Education3675 Commercial Ave.Northbrook, IL 60062847-562-4020www.scwfit.comCopyright 2015 by SCW Fitness Education.All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or distributed in any form or by any means,or stored in a database or retrieval system, without the written permission of the publisher. SCW FitnessEducation logo and all images on covers and herein are the property of the publisher and cannot be reproducedwithout prior written approval from the publisherDisclaimer:The authors and publisher of this material are NOT RESPONSIBLE in any manner whatsoever for anyinjury which may occur through reading or following the instructions in this manual.2

On behalf of SCW Fitness, we thank you for your decision to purchase the SCW Personal TrainingOnline Certification, which is an important foundation in preparation for your Personal Trainingcertification. We expect you will come away from this Online Certification having learned new andvaluable information that will serve to further your enthusiasm, practical application of knowledgeand employable skill sets as a fitness professional.Online Certification ContentsEducational Materials Included: Course manual: SCW Personal Training Certification Two DVDs on Personal Training theory and principles entitled, 100% Hands on PersonalTraining and Biomechanics This SCW Online Certification Guide for the course, which includes3oPersonal Training Certification Course Instructions, Objectives, Outline and ExamInstructionsoComprehensive Online Exam

OVERVIEW: SCW PERSONAL TRAINING CERTIFICATIONSection One: Exercise Science and Basic Nutrition1. Describe how energy is stored, used and distributed in the bodies’ cells, and thepathways and energy systems in the body that are applicable to exercise.2. Describe the basic physiology of the nervous and endocrine systems, and how thosesystems adapt to physical training.3. Describe the most important aspects of muscle and nerve adaptations to training andunderstand how this affects Clients’ results with training programs.4. Thoroughly describe, demonstrate and provide practical examples of the types ofmuscle actions that exist in relation to gravity and force.5. Describe the overall physiology of the cardiopulmonary system and understand howthis affects Clients’ health risks, cardiovascular endurance and results with training.6. Describe the basics of thermoregulation and know why it matters to Clients intraining.7. Provide a detailed discussion on body composition, body types, fat mass, and bodycomposition changes, especially as they relate to gender differences.8. Describe all the major muscles of arms, shoulders, torso, gluteus, hips, and legs.9. Describe the role and explain connective tissue differences between types, etc.10. Describe the physiology of the major joints of the body and the exercises that act onthem: back/spine, knee, hip, shoulder, and ankle.11. Thoroughly describe, demonstrate and provide practical examples of movementplanes and directions as they apply to physical training and functional anatomy.12. Describe the macronutruients and what primary roles they serve in the body.Section Two: New Client Intake1. Describe, in general, the four main phases of personal training as a practice.2. Provide examples of the communication strategies that build rapport with potentialClients from the start and continue to build ongoing rapport.3. Describe the purpose of health screening and fitness assessments.4. Describe the reasons why fitness assessments are important in some ways, when itis considered essential, when it might be avoided, and what kinds of tests are mostcommonly administered.5. Administer a heart rate assessment, a Rockport Walk test, a Thomas Test, a passivestraight leg raise flexibility assessment, calculate BMI, and calculate waist-to-hipratio.Section Three: Program Planning1. Discuss best practices in goal setting with Clients and motivational strategies.2. Provide a detailed explanation using the FITTe acronym and describe what isinvolved in creating a fitness program for a Client.3. Explain how to determine intensity and find the right levels for Clients, includingdetermining MHR, RPE, and heart rate zone training for cardiovascularprogramming.4

4. Describe the key factors of recovery and symptoms of inadequate recovery.5. Create a simple six week cardiovascular program of increasing intensity for aClient.6. Describe the principles of (SAID), overload and progression as they relate toresistance training.7. Discuss the four main variable of resistance exercise program design.8. Use principles of repetitions, sets, exercise order/selection, rest intervals, trainingfrequency and recovery to design a simple, effective resistance training program fora Client interested in muscle endurance and a Client interested in strength/musclegains.9. Understand the difference in training outcomes/goals based on programming.10. Discuss the best practices of including flexibility as part of an overall program,including its uses, types, benefits and contraindications.11. Discuss in detail simple, neutral strategies for helping Clients manage their weightand improve the quality of their nutrition while engaging in training programs.Section Four: Training in Action1. Refer to elements of the M.O.V.E approach as a basis for coaching instruction.2. Describe valuable hands-on cueing techniques that will help your Clients.3. Correctly describe how to perform numerous basic resistance exercises you willuse to train your Clients.4. Discuss a full range of training methodologies and exercise techniques with andwithout equipment for a range of Clients.5

PERSONAL TRAINING CERTIFICATIONHOW TO GET THE MOST FROM YOUR ONLINE CERTIFICATION Review this online certification guide(1/2 hour) Revi ew t he e nt i r e cour se manual and ma ke not es r egar di ng your s t r engt hsand weaknesses( 1 hour ) When you ar e i nst r ucted t o consul t t he course manual , r ef er t o t he sect i onof mat er i al i ndi cat ed. Focus on t he ar eas t hat you ar e l east f ami l iar wi t ht o i nsur e under st andi ng.( t i me var i es) Co mpl et e t he homewo r k pr ovi ded i n par t i cul ar sect i ons wi t hi n t he manual .It i ndi cat es ar eas of concent r ati ons t hat you wi l l encount er bot h on t heexam and i n your per sonal t r ai ni ng pr act i ce.( t i me var i es) As you ar e wor ki n g t hr ough sect i on t hr ee and sect i on f our , vi ew t he vi deosand t ake not es.( 9 hour s) Fol l ow i nst r uct i ons and t a ke t he compr ehens i ve onl i ne exam. Sub mi t al lmat er i al s wi t hi n 60 days .6

COURSE OBJECTIVESUpon successful completion of this certification course, the candidate will:1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.10.7Understand interpersonal and behavioral techniques to establishhealthy, productive Trainer-Client relationships.Know assessment techniques to pre and post-test Clients onfitness and performance.Understand strategies to keep Clients motivated.Grasp the fundamentals of exercise science and the various muscleand nerve adaptations to exercise.Possess a working knowledge of anatomy and physiology of theback, hip, knee, shoulder, and ankle to prevent joint injury inClients.Gain a working knowledge of the major muscles and attachmentsof the body, especially as it relates to strength and cardiovasculartraining, plus recreational fitness and other typical personal trainingClients.Understand how to increase strength, power, flexibility andendurance in Clients without risk of injury.Possess a basic knowledge of nutrition and weight management.Know the attributes of an excellent Personal Trainer.Understand how to plan basic fitness programs for Clients,including a vocabulary and selection of commonly used effectiveexercises and techniques.

Exam InstructionsAfter you complete the course, you will be ready to take the exam. Please follow thesesimple instructions:1. To take your exam click on the following link: http://www.scwfit.com/ptexam2. After you click on the link above, you will be asked to create a log-in and password toaccess your exam, results and certificate3. Keep your log-in and password in a safe place and do not lose it4. Begin your exam.5. There is no time limit for the exam - you can even start and stop your exam with the abilityto resume later. The exam will be available for 60 days after the date of your purchase.6. You must obtain a score of 80% or greater to pass. You have two attempts to pass the exam.7. Once you pass your exam, you can print your customized certificate by clicking on thecertificate link on the bottom right hand corner of the pageCertification RenewalUpon successful completion of your examination you will be SCW certified for two years.To renew your certification you must complete 15 continuing education credit hours. Threeof these 15 credit hours must be from SCW Fitness Education. All SCW, ACE, AFAA,AEA, ACSM, NASM and academic courses in the fitness field from accredited colleges anduniversities count toward SCW Fitness Certification renewal.There is a renewal fee for each SCW Certification. If you do not renew your certificationbefore it expires, a late fee will be assessed. If your certification is not renewed within sixmonths of expiration, you will need to take the course again.Earn up to 12 CECs with each SCW Online Certification. www.scwfit.com/certificationsTo bring a Live SCW Certification to your facility, please visit www.scwfit.com/hostsite.Earn up to 21 CECs in one weekend and offer CECs for SCW, ACE, AFAA, AEA, ACSMand NASM. www.scwfit.com/MANIAPhiladelphia MANIA FebruaryCalifornia MANIA MarchFlorida MANIA MayAtlanta MANIA JulyDallas MANIA AugustMidwest MANIA Sept-OctDC MANIA Oct-SeptBoston MANIA NovemberSCW Fitness Educationwww.scwfit.com(847) 562-40208