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Job:
Aerobics Instructor
Job
Description
Aerobics
instructors conduct
group exercise sessions
that involve aerobic
exercise, stretching,
and muscle conditioning.
Necessary
Education
May
vary; generally need
certifications in the
aerobics cardiopulmonary
resuscitation (CPR), and
first aid
Helpful
High School Courses
Physical
Education, Health,
Biology, English,
Mathematics, Business
courses
Working
Conditions:
- Most
work indoors at
fitness centers and
health clubs
- Risk
suffering injuries
during physical
activities
- May
work some nights,
weekends, and
irregular hours
Salary
Range
- 2003,
Delaware average
annual salary
$29,190
- 2003,
Delaware average
hourly wage, $14.03
Career
Ladder Information
- Many
organizations offer
certification, which
generally must be
earned in order to
obtain employment
- Some
become personal
trainers and go into
business for
themselves
- Additional
education and
managerial skills
are needed to
advance to
supervisory or
management positions
Personal
Qualities and Interests
You:
- Are
able to exhibit
leadership and
sensitivity
- Are
outgoing
- Are
able to motivate
people
- Have
excellent health and
physical fitness
Did
you know?
- Certification
generally is good
for two years, after
which instructors
must become
recertified.
Recertification is
accomplished by
attending continuing
education classes.
Additional
Information
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