The University of Alabama·Tuscaloosa, Alabama
The personal trainer designs and instructs individualized fitness and strength training programs for clients based on their specific goals and medical history. They provide a safe, motivating environment while ensuring all activities adhere to University Recreation guidelines.
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820632 - UREC Personal Training
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Normal Work Schedule: Variable; dependent on client needs
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The Personal Trainer instructs clients in individualized fitness programs. Designs programs based on the medical history, goals, and current fitness level of the client.
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Works under the supervision of the Fitness Program Coordinator to design safe and effective personal training programs for individual clients, adapting the strength training program to each patron’s specific needs and abilities. Instructs patrons in the strength training principles, training procedures, and exercise techniques in a fun, safe, and effective manner that meet University Recreation guidelines, and provides an encouraging and motivating environment while helping participants to achieve their fitness goals. May also be assigned to train partner/multiple-client sessions or group personal training instruction.
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Personal training certification from a nationally recognized certifying organization (CSCS, ACE, ACSM Corrective Exercise Specialist, etc.).
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Valid NCCA-recognized personal training certification (such as NSCA, ACE, NASM, ISSA, or ACSM). Must have current American Red Cross CPR/First Aid certification or the ability to obtain within six (6) weeks of employment.
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Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
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Candidates must hold a valid NCCA-recognized personal training certification such as NSCA, ACE, NASM, ISSA, or ACSM. Additionally, they must possess or be able to obtain American Red Cross CPR/First Aid certification within six weeks of employment.
Market context
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