How to Become an IFC Certified Leader
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Join the Island Fitness Council.
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Obtain CPR and First Aid.
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Pass the Fitness Theory Exam.
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Complete a Specialty Module.
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Complete a Practical Assessment.
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Submit proof of completion to the IFC Certification Committee.
Why Should You Become IFC Certified?
Certification...
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Establishes your professional credibility.
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Nationally recognizes you as a fitness professional.
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Allows you to access fitness leader liability insurance.
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Increases your knowledge of fitness leadership.
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Puts you on the leading edge of information in the fitness field.
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Standardizes qualifications.
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Enhances the quality of fitness practices.
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Promotes safe, fun and effective exercise practices for participants and leaders.
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Meets the need for competent fitness leaders due to the demands of the growing fitness industry.
Certification Options
Option One
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Completion of Fitness Theory Course offered by the IFC (minimum of 24 hours covering basic principles).
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Successful completion of Fitness Theory Exam.
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Successful completion of a Specialty Module.
Option Two
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Self-study prior to writing Fitness Theory Exam.
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Successful completion of a Specialty Module.
