What are FIA electives?

FIA Electives are short, interesting practical courses that FIA students complete to either gain additional qualifications in their relevant industry and/or further knowledge and skills on a particular topic.

How am I assessed?

Students will complete a variety of flexible assessments both formal and informal for any of the electives listed:

For example:

> Tutorials online (a variety of tutorial assessments at student online)
> Formal (multiple choice) Exams completed at student online
> Completion of a practical assessment, either during the elective or at an arranged assessment day after the course. Some practical assessments can be completed via video/DVD.

GROUP EXERCISE INSTRUCTOR

(choose one option below – either option leads to registration in this category)

Group Exercise Instructors lead classes, assisting others to achieve their desired workout. You may work for one fitness centre or teach for a variety of centres. With ongoing education you will develop the ability to teach a wide range of classes in a variety of settings from the traditional freestyle aerobics class to a bootcamp on a beach.

OPTION 1 - GROUP EXERCISE (AEROBICS) INSTRUCTOR

For any Instructor who wants to teach exercise to music classes either as freestyle or pre-choreographed

This course offers the most current and comprehensive coverage of basic and advanced instructional techniques for teaching exercise to music classes. Designed for aspiring instructors, you will enhance your communication and choreography skills to give you increased teaching confidence (especially in front of large groups). It provides simple and effective ways to decrease class complexity and impact while increasing intensity.

You will learn to:

> Increase your teaching confidence (especially in front of large groups)
> Incorporate safe and effective movements into different types of classes
> Understand proper music selection, choreographic techniques, correct cueing
> Teaching methodologies, strategies to help you identify and modify incorrect movements and techniques for monitoring class exercise intensity

How is the group exercise (aerobics) instructor course offered?

Campus based - Weekend course (all day Saturday and Sunday). Consists of lectures and practical presentations, all materials are supplied.

OPTION 2 - GROUP EXERCISE (FITNESS) INSTRUCTOR

For any Instructor who wants to lead a group exercise class in a wide variety of activities/formats

This course offers the most current and comprehensive coverage of basic and advanced instructional techniques for leading groups in a variety of popular formats. Designed for aspiring instructors, you will enhance your communication and leadership skills to give you increased teaching confidence. This course will introduce you to the diverse array of Group Fitness classes currently on the market and provides simple and effective ways to lead groups in a systematic and safe manner.

You will learn to:

>  incorporate safe and effective movements into different types of classes
> understand a variety of group training formats i.e. Boxing, Spin, Outdoor/Indoor circuits, Body Conditioning, Group Resistance Training etc.
> teaching methodologies, strategies to help you identify and modify incorrect movements and techniques for monitoring class exercise intensity and safety

How is the group exercise (fitness) instructor course offered?

Campus based - Weekend course (all day Saturday and Sunday). Consists of lectures and practical presentations, all materials are supplied.

AQUA FITNESS INSTRUCTOR (WATER BASED CLASSES)

The Aqua Fitness Instructor will lead classes, assisting others to achieve their desired workout in the water environment. You may work for a variety of centres i.e. Leisure centres, schools, private pools, and hotels. This course is perfect to enhance the diversity of skills for those already working in the aqua environment. With ongoing education you will develop the ability to teach a wide range of classes/groups in a variety of settings from the traditional aqua class to deep water training for athletes.

The FIA Aqua fitness Instructor Course is the most comprehensive course of its kind in Australia. A challenging blend of theory and practical information, the Aqua fitness Instructor Course presents the hydrostatic elements of water that make strength training, aerobic conditioning and movement principles in water so unique. This course is held on Saturday
and Sunday plus assigned practical and theoretical work completed in your own time.

You will learn to:

> Increase your teaching confidence (especially in front of large groups)
> Incorporate safe and effective movements into different types of classes programming techniques for the water environment (practical workshops
> Improve your teaching confidence
> Understand essential background information for water based training, with an emphasis on group exercise, practical demonstrations and experimental learning

How is the aqua fitness instructor course offered?

Campus based - Weekend course (all day Saturday and Sunday).  Consists of lectures and practical presentations, all materials are supplied.

SENIOR FIRST AID AND FIRST AID RE-CERTIFICATION

To gain registration and insurance as a qualified fitness instructor you need a Work Cover approved Senior First Aid Certificate. The FIA First Aid Course is unique as you complete this course by attending a one-day “face to face”and the rest via distance/online learning.

Re Certification: Need to recertify, simply enrol (attach a copy of your current First Aid Certificate) and attend the 1-day Practical as per students completing the full first aid course.

PILATES FITNESS

This subject introduces the student to mat work exercises to enhance optimal musculoskeletal performance. It focuses on core stability using mat exercises to improve strength, muscle endurance and flexibility to maintain a balanced body. Subject areas will include pelvic and shoulder girdle stabilization, neutral alignment, patterned breathing, matwork exercises for improved sporting achievement.

How is the pilates fitness course offered?

Campus based - Weekend course (all day Saturday and Sunday).

Consists of lectures and practical presentations, all materials are supplied.

YOGA FITNESS

This subject examines generic yoga as a method of active stretching that can be applied in a sporting or fitness environment.

How is the yoga fitness Course offered?

Campus based - Weekend course (all day Saturday and Sunday).
Consists of lectures and practical presentations, all materials are supplied.

SPORTS TRAINER

This subject introduces the student to role of the sports trainer in a sporting environment. It focuses on the identification of specific injuries, implementing first aid on the field and preventing injuries through adequate preparation of warm up, cool down and taping techniques.

How is the sports trainer course offered?

Campus based – 3-day course (all day Friday, Saturday and Sunday).

Consists of lectures and practical presentations, all materials are supplied.

GROWTH, DEVELOPMENT AND AGEING

This subject focuses on the motor development through the lifespan. It traces the specific progressive developmental stages from infancy to old age identifying the reasons for these many changes.

How is the growth, development and ageing course offered?

Campus based - Weekend course (all day Saturday and Sunday).

Consists of lectures and practical presentations, all materials are supplied. Some Distance/Online Learning will be required

CLINICAL EXERCISE PRESCRIPTION (Special Populations)

This subject will extend the student’s knowledge of exercise programming and prescription for clients with special needs. Specifically, it will focus on the knowledge required to design safe and effective exercise courses for clients within specific populations.

Consists of alll  Distance/Online Learning materials and comprehensive textbook. See the Diploma of Fitness for more information.