Sarasota college adds personal training option

State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota, recently announced the addition of personal training certification courses at its Bradenton and Lakewood Ranch campuses.

The program, presented in partnership with World Instructor Training Schools, consists of 32 hours, half of which are in a classroom and half of which consist of hands-on training at a local fitness center.

At the end of the program, students who pass the exam can begin work immediately as a level 2 person trainer. Internships will also be made available.

Classes will be held every Saturday from Jan. 28 through April 1. The course costs $749, not including the cost of the textbook.