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Fitness and Wellness Coordinators

Manage fitness programs.

Quick Facts

Wages:

Median wages for the broader occupation, Education Administrators, All Other, are $49.42 / hour.

Education:

On the Job:

Typical Work Tasks
  • Conduct employee training programs.
  • Conduct opinion surveys or needs assessments.
  • Teach classes in area of specialization.
  • Train employees on environmental awareness, conservation, or safety topics.
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Job Title Examples:

Corporate Fitness Program Coordinator
Employee Wellness/Fitness Coordinator
Health, Wellness, and Nutrition Coordinator

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On the Job

 

Fitness and Wellness Coordinators manage fitness programs for companies. They canvass employees to see what sort of fitness programs are desired. They may manage or train fitness instructors, make sure fitness equipment is maintained, or plan fitness clas

 

Typical Work Tasks

People who work in this career often:


Typical Working Conditions

 

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Education & Credentials

 

This is a new or emerging specialty. The information on this page is based on the broader career that this specialty is part of, Education Administrators, All Other.

 

Educational Requirements

Not available

 

Education level attained (national data)

Education Level Attained (national data)
Education Level AttainedPercentage of workers in this occupation
Less than high school diploma0.8
High school diploma or equivalent4.8
Some college, no degree7.5
Associate degree4.9
Bachelors degree24.7
Masters degree43.1
Doctoral (Ph.D) or professional degree14.2

 

Work Experience and Training Requirements

Nationally, this career typically requires:

  • Less than 5 years related work experience for entry.
  • Little or no on-the-job training to become competent.

 

Current Training Opportunities


Related Programs

 

Majors

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Transfer Options

 

Licenses

Licenses are knowledge and skill credentials that are legally required in some careers.

This occupation requires a license.

Education Sponsor/Provider Coordinator Approval

 

Helpful High School Courses

Examples of helpful classes that help you prepare for this career:

  • Child Development
  • Computer Applications
  • Cultural/Ethnic Studies
  • English Composition
  • Geography
  • Health Education
  • History
  • Political Science
  • Public Speaking
  • Safety and First Aid
  • Sociology
  • World Languages

In Minnesota, your school may have developed a Program of Study in this career area. A Program of Study is an academic and career plan developed by your high school to help move you towards a career and college path. A Program of Study can help you:

  • Select high school classes that prepare you for college and getting a job
  • Understand how the classes you're taking in high school lead to a career
  • Identify extra-curricular activities that are related to your career interest
  • See what classes at your school offer early college credit that will save you time and money towards your college expenses
  • Graduate from high school prepared for your next step toward the career you choose

 

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Skills & Knowledge

 

Most Important Skills for Fitness and Wellness Coordinators


 

Most Important Knowledge Areas for Fitness and Wellness Coordinators



Interests


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Careers that Use Similar Skills


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Job Title Examples


Corporate Fitness Program Coordinator,  Employee Wellness/Fitness Coordinator,  Health, Wellness, and Nutrition Coordinator,  City Wellness Coordinator,  County Public Health Wellness Coordinator,  Fitness Manager,  Health and Wellness Coordinator,  Hospital Wellness Coordinator,  Wellness Coach,  Wellness Program Coordinator,  Worksite Wellness Practitioner 

 

Where Do Fitness and Wellness Coordinators Work?


Fitness and Wellness Coordinators often work in the following industries.



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