Name? Mark Vella

What course are you studying? Cert III & Cert IV in Fitness at Queensland Academy of Fitness

What prompted you to study in this field? I have always had an interest in fitness and assisting others in obtaining their personal goals.

Do you work full time, part time or have children? If so, how do you find the balance between studying and other commitments? Work full time; two young children, part time musician! I have taken some time off work to complete the course. A bit of planning and study does not interfere with other commitments that you may have.

Have you done or do you plan to do work experience? Not as yet, but I plan to complete my work experience ASAP!

What do you like about being a student? Learning new information about something I am interested in.

What challenges have you encountered? None, the staff and training course facilitators are excellent.

Do you have a favourite trainer/lecturer? What do you like about them? They are all great and fantastic subject matter experts.

Do you have any advice for people considering a career in fitness? If you are serious about change, then call the Queensland Academy of Fitness! You will not regret it.