Physical Fitness Technician at SUNY Westchester Community College in Valhalla, NY

Parks, Recreation & Fitness ASSOCIATE CIP 31.0507

Total Graduates

6

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

67%

4 of 6

Female Graduates

33%

2 of 6

Annual Tuition

$4,980

In-state rate

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Physical Fitness Technician.
Degree Level ASSOCIATE
CIP Code 31.0507
Program Family Parks, Recreation & Fitness

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 6 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 67% male, 33% female

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$60,250

10-Year Job Growth

+11.1%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

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Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$45,188

Peak Salary

$75,313

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (10)

Active Listening
Monitoring
Critical Thinking
Speaking
Judgment and Decision Making
Active Learning
Social Perceptiveness
Reading Comprehension
Instructing
Service Orientation

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

Your Future Work Environment

🏢

Mixed

Setting

💪

Moderate

Physical Demands

👥

Small Team

Team Size

✈️

Occasional

Travel

Work Schedule

✓ Regular Hours Flexible

Indoor/Outdoor

50% indoor

Autonomy Level

Moderate

Overtime Expectations

Regular hours are typical, overtime is rare

Customer Interaction

Moderate

Technology & Tools You'll Master

Digital Literacy Required

ADVANCED

Technology Intensity

HIGH

Essential Software

Microsoft Outlook Microsoft Office software Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word

Important Software

Intuit QuickBooks

Digital Competencies You'll Develop

Proficiency with specialized software
Technical documentation
Data analysis tools
System integration
💡

Note: This program will equip you with advanced level digital skills. The software and technologies listed are based on typical industry requirements for Physical Fitness Technician..

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

S
Social
R
Realistic
I
Investigative

helping and working with people; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; research, analysis, and problem-solving

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Helping others
  • Teaching
  • Building things
  • Working with hands
  • Conducting research
  • Solving complex problems

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Empathetic
Patient
Practical
Hands-on
Analytical
Curious

💡 Interests

Helping others
Teaching
Building things
Working with hands
Conducting research
Solving complex problems

Work Values

Active Listening
Monitoring
Instructing
Service Orientation
Helping others
Knowledge

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy helping and working with people; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; research, analysis, and problem-solving?

2

Are you comfortable working mixed with moderate physical demands?

3

Do you enjoy collaborating with team members?

4

Do you value active listening?

5

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
  • Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
  • People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
  • Those who prefer routine tasks
  • Those who prefer working independently
💭

Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.

Institution

Location Valhalla, NY

Cost Information

In-State Tuition $4,980
Out-of-State Tuition $11,770

Program Information

CIP Code: 31.0507
CIP Family: 31
IPEDS ID: