Firefighter Fitness Instructor Course
Course Objectives: The purpose of this 5 day course is to qualify participants to: Qualify one to proctor pre-employment physical fitness tests, perform basic fitness assessments, deliver nutrition and wellness educational sessions and programming for both in-service fire personnel and academy cadets. This course is academically and physically challenging. It demands a collegiate level of understanding of physical fitness, nutrition, and health. ***All students must show proof of current first aid/CPR/AED training prior to participating.
Materials Provided:
- Michigan Firefighter Instructor Manual (via link)
- Michigan Firefighter Fitness Instructional CD
Participant purchased materials (required):
- Nutrition Maker (BioEx professional nutrition software)
- NSCA’s Essentials of Personal Training text book (Human Kinetics, Amazon.com)
Participants will also need: Laptop computer, cross trainer gym shoes, workout clothing for each day, padlock for gym locker, shower sandals, towel.
Qualifies for 45 CEUs for Cooper Inst. Recertification. Breakfast is included daily.
Par-Q - Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire
Please see the Course Schedule for dates when this course is offered.