Become a Certified Triathlon Coach

As an ITCA Certified Triathlon Coach, you will enjoy a career helping people reach their personal best. You will have the option of coaching people one-on-one, in a group, online, over the phone, in a clinic, at a training camp, or any combination of these options. It's all up to you!

The ITCA triathlon coaching curriculum is second to none. We have enhanced triathlon coaching far beyond anything that has been done before by elevating the science and application to the highest levels. The educational materials are highly detailed and comprehensive, yet presented in a manner which allows for immediate application. In addition, we have combined it with proven business models which give you the opportunity to have a financially rewarding career.

Because of the unique distance learning format, you can study in the comfort of your own home. You save time and money and continue to enjoy time with your family.

This distance learning professional training course is very challenging. However, because of the delivery system of the educational modules, it is easy to follow and apply. You are given a specific plan to guide you to the completion of your certification program.

Quick Program Overview:

• Your Coaching Certificate reads "Certified Triathlon Coach"
• You can call us toll free (or e-mail us) any time you have a question while studying the coaching program materials.
• Course completion qualifies you for professional liability insurance from Fitness and Wellness Insurance, a member of Philadelphia Insurance
• No separate testing fees (unless a re-test is required after two attempts)
• Your triathlon coach certification will be issued by ITCA - International Triathlon Coaching Association
  

As a Certified ITCA Triathlon Coach, you will learn to do the following:

• Review athletes history and goals
• Establish essential milestones for meeting personal goals
• Identify personal strengths & weaknesses
• Identify and prioritize race season
• Construct program for training and racing
• Identify appropriate pace training zones for swimming
• Identify heart rate training zones
• Use Polar heart rate training tools and technology
• Sciences covered include: kinesiology, biomechanics, aerodynamics, hydrodynamics, nutrition, exercise physiology and sports psychology

DETAILS

Course Title: Certified Triathlon Coach (CTC)

Prerequisites: Minimum 18 years of age, high school diploma or GED, and valid CPR certification. A copy of your CPR card must me mailed, scanned and emailed, or faxed to our office prior to the issuance of your certification. You may register for your training program prior to submitting proof of CPR certification.

Concepts Being Tested: Triathlon rules, swim/bike/run technique, bike fit, safety and training drills, as well as the following: Basic exercise physiology, functional anatomy, kinesiology and biomechanics, nutrition and metabolism, training special populations, fitness assessments, program design, heart rate training, exercise application and technique, safety and injury prevention and the business of triathlon coaching.

Online Learning Structure:

Your program materials are delivered in 16 modules over 32 days. It is a 100% online delivery system.
After you register, you will be directed to create your member account. Once you are inside the member area, you will watch introductory videos to orient you with the learning process.

The educational materials are time released. You will have access to an additional lesson every 48 hours after you register. After 32 days, you will have access to the online test. Once you pass your test, you can legally hold the title of a "Certified Triathlon Coach".

Once you register, you will have access to the following:

• Online lectures
• Discussion board
• Individual chapters
• End of chapter questions in preparation for your exam

During each week of the course you will be expected to:

·    View assigned chapter lecture video(s)

·    Read assigned chapter(s)

·    Complete end of chapter questions (for your learning and review)

·    Participate in at least 2 discussion boards with at least 2 entries for each discussion

After you have completed 16 lessons of coursework you may request to sit for the ITCA certification exam.

The course of study is as follows:

Intro to Triathlons

Skeletal Anatomy and Physiology

Muscular Anatomy and Physiology

Nervous and Endocrine Systems

Biomechanics

Assessments for Triathletes

Program Design for Triathletes I

Program Design for Triathletes II

Applied Biomechanics and Technique Instruction

Safety and Injury Prevention

Nutrition

Recovery and Off-Season Training

Racing Equipment

Business Strategies

You will also learn our infinity program (graphic above). We teach you our complete system for client success, and your personal success as a triathlon coach and coaching entrepreneur. When you learn our comprehensive and logical system, you seamlessly combine the physical with the financial while providing superior service and streamlining your day.

Learning Format: Distance learning (online modules) including official ITCA Triathlon Coaching Manual, video demonstrations, audio lessons, PDFs and video lecture, and online exam. There are no physical location restrictions. Log in and out of your member account as needed until your studies are completed. No travel is required to complete the ITCA program.

Enrollment: Open entry. Begin your studies at any time.

Time for completion: There are no specific time requirements. Although the materials are delivered over 32 days, you can take longer to complete the program. You can always go back and review any of the materials as many times as needed before you test.

Requirements for certification: Passing grade (80% or greater) on 150 question multiple choice online exam.

Testing: You must test within one year of purchase, but will have the ability to test after 31 days following enrollment.

Re-testing: There is a re-testing fee of $95 (if needed).

Term of Certification: 2-Years (re-certification required after four years)
20 Continuing Education Credits (20 CEUs) required to re-certify after the 2 year term.
Recertification details >>>

ITCA Triathlon Coach Certification System includes the following:

• Official Manual which includes many photos, illustrations, graphs, charts & 3-D animations
• Swim techniques, coaching applications, drills, etc. Also includes underwater videography
• Bike techniques, transition 1 & 2, cadence, cornering, safety
• Run technique, breathing, turnover, hills and descents
• Bike Fit - Techniques for bike fit, accessory selection, bar width, stem length, etc.

Added ITCA Triathlon Coaching Certification Program Bonuses:

#1 - Dynamic forms for assessments and program design, legal forms, promotional logos and more.

#2 - FREE audio on the business of triathlon coaching. Learn how to make a strong six-figure income with one-on-one coaching, group coaching, online coaching, clinics and coaching retreats. Get all the secrets to getting more clients, leveraging your time, using technology, making the most of the Internet and setting yourself apart from the competition.