Fitness Coaching

The University of Pittsburgh Fitness Coaching 15 credit minor program focuses on exposure to the science and application of principles of coaching (i.e.teaching and instruction) in the areas around fitness and strength and conditioning. This minor may also be appealing to students pursuing careers in various allied health professions affiliated with the health-fitness industry.  The Fitness Coaching minor will allow gainful opportunities to apply skills developed around fitness and strength and conditioning instruction and exercise coaching (i.e. individualized training) for fitness centers, performance centers, fitness studios, or recreational centers. The Fitness Coaching minor enables students, upon completion, to be eligible to sit for certification exam offered by professional agencies, such as American College of Sports Medicine and the National Strength and Conditioning Association.