Admissions and Costs
Admissions:
- Note: This program does not have a selective admissions process.
- The Health and Fitness Science program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for employment in the fitness and exercise industry. Students will be trained in exercise science and be able to administer basic fitness tests and health risk appraisals, teach specific exercise and fitness classes and provide instruction in the proper use of exercise equipment and facilities. Students are eligible to sit for a national certification exam in either personal training or group exercise instruction before graduation so they can work in the industry.
- Graduates should qualify for employment opportunities in:
- Commercial fitness clubs
- YMCA/YWCA
- Wellness programs in business and industry
- Parks & Recreation Departments
- Other organizations implementing exercise & fitness programs
- Graduates can choose to seamlessly continue their education by transferring to a university that CFCC has an articulation agreement with and completing their bachelor’s in exercise science or healthful living.
- Program Contact: Allison Nye
Costs:
NOTE: All costs are estimates and subject to change. Tuition is established by the State Board of Community Colleges and the North Carolina General Assembly and is subject to change without notice.
Item | Cost |
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68-75 total hours | See Tuition and Fees |
HFS Uniform Costs (required) | T-Shirts: $50 Polos: $100 Total: $150 |
Certification Fees (optional) |
NASM -CPT Certification Exam – starting at $599 AFAA GFI Certification Exam – starting at $399 Other specialty certifications – starting at $200 |