Personal Trainer Diploma Program FAQs

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Personal Trainer Diploma Program Overview

The Personal Trainer Diploma Program is a 10-month, full-time course. It is a blended online and in-person program.

Once you complete the Personal Trainer program you will be able to work in a variety of settings, such as private fitness facilities, leisure and recreation centres, resorts and hotels and post-secondary schools. You can even become your own boss, taking on clients however it best suits your schedule and lifestyle. 

Availability and Accessibility

This program is offered every 2 months in our Calgary and Edmonton campuses. Contact us for more information.

Eligibility and Admissions

Standard Admission

  • Minimum 17 years old 
  • Alberta high school diploma or non-Alberta equivalent 
  • Successful interview with school administration 

Mature Admission

      • Minimum 18 years old 
      • Successful interview with school administration 
      • Successful completion of a Wonderlic equivalency 

English Proficiency

If English isn’t your primary language, then one of the following criteria must be met: 

  • CLB score of 7 
  • IELTS score of 6 
  • CELPIP score of 7 

Program Curriculum

You can find the Personal Trainer Diploma Program Curriculum here.

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Reide, MaKami College Massage Therapy program graduate

It’s the culture of MaKami that sold me, you don’t just leave with the excellent education – you leave with relationships that are going to help support you throughout your career.

Reide / Massage Therapy Graduate
Freddy, MaKami College Massage Therapy program graduate

Doesn’t matter what campus you’re on, it’s the community that we make here at MaKami – with the staff and with the students – that makes it what it is. You’re a part of the community and so if you’re here at MaKami, you’re going to be well taken care of.

Freddy / Massage Therapy Graduate

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