Thinking about a career change

[crazyeyes]

I am looking on making a drastic career change. I am 22 years old, just graduated with my bachelors degree in may with a degree in Computer information Technology. It is now October, and besides a few temp jobs I have had no luck. The job market is horrid and I really do not want to invest in a career with computers since it just seems like a big headache. Its nice to invest 90 grand and tons of effort, then decide you dont want to do something. If the field was booming like it was in 2000 I dont think i would be so bitter right now, but its not, so i am. I would like to get into the fitness segment. I have been a diehard fan of fitness since birth, and I want to do something I actually love. I would like some expereinced fitness trainers or someone who has been working in this field to give me advice. What certifications are the key? Key being what do i need to do to start me out on the right track. Certified personal Trainer maybe, and what company to get certs from? I live in the Lehigh Valley in PA, what are the salaries like and where do I find a job besides my own business? What are the jobs like? Just some general information on how to get started is basically what im looking for. Thankz

 

[abear]

2 good ppl on this board hufftraining and jpfitness can give you good advice. hopefully they'll see this post.

 

[parks56]

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