University of Windsor Athletics and Recreation

University of Windsor

Certification Classes

Have you always dreamed of being a fitness professional in the fitness industry? Become certified today with Canada's leading CanFitPro courses!

Would you like to be prepared in case of an emergency? Register in First Aid Y CPR classes and help save a life!

 

CANFITPRO Courses

Strengthening Canadian Fitness...One Pro at a Time!

 

Why Choose a Can-Fit-Pro Certification?

A CanFitPro Certified Fitness Professional demonstrates commitment to the fitness industry and shows a high standard of competency and ability.

 

As a leader in the future of Canadian fitness, a CanFitPro Certified Fitness Professional provides a reliable source of fitness knowledge and safe, effective exercises for all levels of exercisers. Achieving this standard of excellence makes a CanFitPro Certified Fitness Professional competitive and in high demand for employment across the country.

 

The following specialist courses will introduce individuals to both the theory and hands-on practical skills necessary to complete the exam process. 

Personal Trainer Specialist (PTS)
This is a comprehensive 25-hour course that will increase your knowledge and confidence level to train clients in a one-on-one or small group (2-3 people) setting. 

Topics include: 

- Aspects of fitness, wellness and basic training principles 
- Fitness theory: skeletal, muscular, neurological, cardiovascular and pulmonary
- Components of a workout from warm-up, cardiovascular to cool-down 
- Kinesiology/anatomy in action and bioenergetics 
- Special populations, back care and injuries 
- Nutritional counselling and weight management 
- Business skills for success as a personal trainer 


When:
For scheduling information, please click here.

 

Where: Faculty of Human Kinetics Building, Room 144

 

Fee: Registration forms available online or at Rec Room Office

 

Full Certification Course

Includes: On-line course, In-Class course, Course manual, Study Guide & Exam

 

Non-Member Rate

$458 (Early Bird), $493 (Regular Price) + GST

 

Professional Member Rate

$399 (Early Bird), $ $434 (Regular Price) + GST

 

Instructor: Mike Bates 

Registration Form:
To fill out the registration form, click here.

 


 Fitness Trainer Specialist (PTS)

This is a comprehensive 22-hour course that will increase your knowledge and confidence level to lead a group fitness class to music.

 

When: For scheduling information, please click here.

 

Where: St. Denis Centre, 2555 College Avenue

 

Non-Member Rate

$178.00 + GST (course), $178.00 + GST (exam), $45.00 + GST (manual)

 

Professional Member Rate

$119.00 + GST (course), $119.00 + GST (exam), $45.00 + GST (manual)

 

Instructor: Danielle Chevalier

 

Registration Form: To fill out the registration form, click here.

 

Nutritional Wellness Specialist (NWS)

This is a comprehensive 22-hour course that will increase your knowledge of nutrition and wellness by teaching:

 

  • The wellness concept, health evaluation and lifestyle choices
  • Nutrition basics (macro and micronutrients)
  • Weight management (weight loss and gain)
  • Counselling and behaviour modification
  • Sports nutrition and supplements
  • Nutrition resources and referrals
  • Complimentary therapies and therapists
  • Spiritual health and stress management


When: For scheduling information, please click here.

 

Where: St.Denis Centre, 2555 College Avenue

 

Non-Member Rate

$178.00 + GST (course), $178.00 + GST (exam), $45.00 + GST (manual)

 

Professional Member Rate

$119.00 + GST (course), $119.00 + GST (exam), $45.00 + GST (manual)

 

Instructor: Sandra Ondracka

 

Registration Form: To fill out a registration form, click here.

*You must register 3 weeks prior to course dates with CanFitPro to receive the above early registration fees .

 

Contact CanFitPro at 1-800-667-5622 or at www.canfitpro.com for information on registration, exam writing, and general inquiries.

 

 

Yoga Training

 

Maureen Rae’s Yoga Studio

85 Brentwood Road South

Toronto, ON M8Z 3N4

Phone: 416.716.7589

Fax: 416.207.9474

Email: info@mraesogastudio.com

Website: www.mraesyogastudio.com



First Aid and CPR Courses

 


BVD Emergency Training provides everyday people with the training necessary to:

  • Recognize emergencies
  • Assess and treat injuries
  • Respond with lifesaving measures critical to the saving of lives

 

BVD Emergency Training Offers:

 

Standard First Aid

First Aid prepares responders to assess and treat injuries / medical conditions including seizures, bleeding, factures, burns, heart attack, stroke, spinal injuries, poisons, etc. Includes BLS-CPR level C & First Aid.

Fee: $85.00

CPR Certfication

Basic Life Support CPR instruction includes techniques such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), *debrillation, rescue breathing, and airway obstructions. CPR programs follow new guidelines of the Canadian & American Heart and Stroke Foundation.

Fee: $40.00

 

Automated External Defibrilation Program

In the event of a cardiac arrest, defibrillators use electrical current to stimulate the heart to correct erratic rhythms. Responders are certified to use public access LifePak 500 and LifePak CR-Plus defibrillators.

Fee: $65.00

 

Oxygen Administration & Airways Maintenance

Become knowledgeable in the use of basic rescue equipment and their application in emergency situations. Prepares responders to combine the use of oxygen, oxygen delivery devices such as non-rebreather masks, nasal cannula, pocket mask and bag-valve masks and oral and nasal airways adjuncts in a rescue. In addition, responders become confident in the setup and breakdown of oxygen tanks and the use of regulators.

*Prerequisite: BLS-CPR Level C

Fee: $50.00



BVD Emergency Training Instructors are:

  • Certified Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation Instructors
  • Perri-Med First Aid Instructors
  • Certified to teach CPR, First Aid, Defibrillation, and Oxygen Administration & Airway Maintenance

Most of them volunteer or work with groups where they receive real life experience dealing with injuries or pre-hospital patient care


For program dates, fees, and registration inquiries and for all safety certifications listed, you may contact:

 

BVD Emergency Training

Phone: 519.919.9235

Email: admin@bvdemergencytraining.com

Website: www.bvdemergencytraining.com