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Answers to some frequently asked questions we receive at FIAFitnation.
Online Learning FAQs
What is an LMS and which one does FIAFitnation use?
LMS stands for Learning Management System, and this is basically the online web page that holds all our learning resources for our students. FIAFitnation uses the latest Moodle LMS, and we have had a team of technologists design our interface to make online study as easy as possible for you.
How often do I need to login as I progress through the course?
Continual support and contact with your online trainer is an essential part of studying online. Our online trainers run frequent live webinars to keep in contact with our students, generally on a weekly basis. It is suggested that our students log into our online system to view our webinars, and follow their study plans on a weekly basis.
Can I connect with other students studying the same course online?
Learning as part of a group really enhances a students understanding, and retention of knowledge. Our course structure maximises this experience through the live webinars and the student discussion forums online. So you never feel alone through your course.
Is there someone available to help me if I'm struggling with part of the course or an assessment item?
The online trainers' role is to assist students with queries regarding learning materials, assessment tasks, or the course structure, as well as keep students on track with their study plan. Students will be contacted by the online trainer regularly, and have the option to contact their online trainer via email, or phone at any stage of the course.
How are the course materials and lectures delivered?
The learning material for our fitness courses are delivered across a variety of mediums, including reading material, video presentations of our academic lectures, live webinars, as well as review questionnaires to make sure our students are on track.
What are the assessments like, and how do I take them online?
All assessments are now completed online, whenever it suits the student within the course timeframe. Assessments range from written answers, multiple choice, true or false, and case study scenarios. Students will be given feedback on their assessments to again ensure their skill level is high before entering the fitness industry.
Is any element of the course delivered face to face or in person?
Due to course competencies, the Certificate III & Certificate IV in Fitness courses do have a practical assessment weekend on campus to put the theory into practice.
What mobile and tablet devices and systems can I access the course on?
As technology is advancing, so are we. Are online learning management system is completely compatible with portal devices such as mobiles, tablets, iPhones, and iPads.
Will I require any other resources (eg fitness equipment) to fully participate in the course other than technology required to access the course?
Students will be required to access some fitness equipment during the practical stages of this course. Students will liaise with a local health club facility to use their equipment for the video filming (for practical course elements), or purchase this equipment as it will be essential when they start personal training.
Are there study groups or tutorials with fellow students?
It is important our students build a network with one another, and gain the classroom experience online. Throughout our online webinar series, students will be encouraged to interact, and get involved within certain topics in the student forums. This may include course material, or even external factors effecting the fitness industry.
General FAQs
How do I get started?
If you are ready to get started on your fitness career, give us a call on 1300 136 632 or submit a course enquiry. Our Career Consultants are ready to work with you to decide the best study pathway for you. They will give you all the details about how to enrol.
Do I get a certificate at the end of my course?
Students will receive a Certificate or Statement of Attainment on completion of their chosen program, to FIAFitnation's required standards.
How much does it cost?
This depends on what you choose to study and how! We have a variety of courses and a range of flexible study options – online, on-campus, part or full-time.
Do you have payment plans?
Yes. You can either pay for your course in full up-front (and there are advantages in doing so!) or opt for one of our flexible and affordable payment plans.
How long do I have to finish my online course?
You may be someone who watches an online presentation once and gets it, while others may need to refer to further notes and videos to fully understand the topic. This means you may finish faster or slower than the allocated course time.
Do you offer nutritional qualifications?
You can add a short course in nutrition to your qualifications. If you're looking for more options, our sister college, Endeavour College of Natural Health, offers a Bachelor of Health Science (Nutritional and Dietetic Medicine).
Do I need to buy textbooks?
All materials needed to complete our courses are available online. You can also access extra reference materials in our libraries on campus, which can potentially save you hundreds.
What do I do if I want to work overseas?
After completing your course, we recommend that you register with Fitness Australia or Physical Activity Australia. As different countries have differing requirements when it comes to working in the fitness industry, we encourage you to speak with potential overseas employers or contact Fitness Australia to understand what you will need to work in other countries.
What is FIAFitnation's online learning experience like?
Our online learning platform uses the latest technology to create a rich and engaging learning experience. There you will find extensive resources, dedicated online trainers and opportunities to interact with your virtual classmates.
How much support do I get if I study online?
You will have support 24/7. Online you can access our 'Tutor Frequently Asked Questions' area. If you have a question about course content, your exams or the learning platform you can email your online tutors during business hours, from Monday to Friday. On campus you can request an appointment to meet your tutor face-to–face, or speak with our Support Services Team via phone or in person.
Is FIAFitnation an accredited education provider?
Yes. FIAFitnation is an accredited Registered Training Organisation (RTO) recognised by the Australian Skills Quality Authority.
How do I know I'm getting value for money?
You will benefit from exceptional teachers, our extensive industry experience and employer networks. An expert educational team with decades of experience develop our courses. The course content and learning outcomes meet or exceed the required competency standards for Vocational Education and Training providers. Our graduates are recognised across the fitness industry as Australia's leading fitness professionals.
Can I get credit for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)?
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is available at FIAFitnation. When you enrol to study with FIAFitnation, please provide evidence of your previous qualifications, study and/or professional experience so that we can assess whether you have credit towards your fitness course. See our Educational Pathways page for more information.
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While Gwyneth Paltrow will forever be criticized for leading a life that's seemingly all too perfect (heck, even Martha Stewart's feathers have been ruffled), there's one thing everyone can agree on: she's got style for miles. This quadruple threat (acting, singing, dancing, lifestyle maven) looks as enviably chic walking through airports as she does on red carpets. Her look is minimal, elegant and perfectly pulled together. So how does she do it? Despite being tall and slender, Gwyneth never hides the fact that she works out constantly (4:30am yoga routines are not uncommon for the star) and sticks to a crazy strict diet (no wheat, no dairy, no sugar), but there's no question she's a natural clothes horse.
On casual days she starts with basics like skinny jeans, white tank tops, anoraks, then adds a bit of oomph like white sunglasses, chunky-heeled boots and long layered necklaces. For nights on the town she'll trade the boots for sky-high heels and an anorak or a cool crisp blazer. As for the red carpet, Gwyneth is a notorious trailblazer. In 2012 she showed up at the Oscars in a stunning white Tom Ford gown with matching cape. She's even been known to sport a Stand Up To Cancer charity T-shirt with a peplum skirt. She also loves showing off those toned gams in thigh-high slits, micro mini dresses, classic shorts and the occasional crop top. Perfect Paltrow is a minimalist. She's rarely seen in ruffles, big prints or over-the-top baubles. She favours straight hair over waves and classic palettes over frou frou: think black jumpsuits with deep V-necks, long fitted dresses with cutouts that emphasize her enviable abdominal muscles and shimmery gold gowns worn over strappy stilettos.
Replicating Gwyneth's casual and elegant look requires an attitude similar to yoga at dawn and cutting out sugar: it's called single-minded discipline. Think head-to-toe palettes, classic lines and the simplest of accessories when hitting the shops.
Here are a few things that will help you emulate Gwyneth's style to perfection:
What to Buy
A Structured Blazer: From boyfriend to tuxedo, our Gwyneth is most definitely a blazer girl. Paired with skinny pants or boyfriend jeans, it adds a ton of class to any occasion. Our Goop girl likes to wear hers with power shoulders, crisp shorts and high heels. Wear a looser blazer to brunch with a T-shirt or a more fitted satin number for cocktails with your Beyoncé-type gal pals. Collection Ludlow Houndstooth Wool Blazer, $425 (USD), available at The J.Crew Outlet at the Fashion Outlets of Niagara
A Quality Button-Up Shirt: From tailored shirts to tuxedo-style jump suits, Gwynnie often borrows from the boys and when she does, it's sexy and oh-so-feminine. There's something effortlessly chic about a slightly crumpled button-up shirt, it's like you're saying, "This old thing? I just threw it on." Keep your look girlie by wearing it with a pretty pendant and an extra coat of lipstick. Fitted Boyfriend Oxford Shirt, $54.95, Gap
A Sleek Pair of Skinny Jeans: Gwyneth practically lives in skinny jeans. They're her day and night staple and they should be yours too. Slim jeans look great dressed down with sneakers or ballet flats and dressed up with high boots and stilettos. Our favourite A-lister may have celebrity trainer Tracy Anderson on speed dial, but when you've just eaten a bagel (gasp!) and don't have time for extra crunches, a high-waisted stretch jean will be your new best friend. Ultra Slim Waxed Jean, $44.25, Joe Fresh
A Chic Pair of Strappy Heels: Considering how tall she is, you'll rarely see the fabulous Goop founder in a pair of flats. Gwyneth loves her high heels, the pointier the better, and toe cleavage is a must. Just like a blazer can add some sophistication to jeans, a pair of strappy sandals can take a simple pair of jeans from a day in Montauk to a cocktail party in Cannes. LADLE High Heels, $80, Aldo
A Tinted Moisturizer: Gwynnie always has that just-in-from-my-private-beach-in-the-Hamptons glow about her. Or maybe it's the reflection from her Academy Award? Either way, you can have it too with the right face product. CCs are like Hollywood agents for the face. Apply evenly to your skin, blend outward using your fingertips and voila! The illumination of an A-lister at your fingertips. Dr. Brandt Skincare CC Glow Broad Spectrum SPF 30, $49, Sephora
A Simple Bangle Bracelet: Jewelry designers are lined up to give our girl expensive baubles, but she rarely goes all-out (maybe she's afraid to share the spotlight?). This is an actress who prefers a simple cuff or long layered necklace but rarely both at once. There's something to be said for less is more, and who wants to be outshined by their bling, anyway? A simple bangle is elegant and pretty, just like Gwyneth herself. Marble Bangle, $55 Banana Republic

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If you forgot to file the certificate of completion of the mandatory credit counseling course (Form 23) with the bankruptcy court, you can ask the court to reopen your case for the purpose of filing the required document.
Most bankruptcy courts now have forms online that you can use to re-open your case. A motion to re-open also comes with filing fees that range from $200-$1167, depending on the type of bankruptcy that you originally filed. The "for other cause" section gives bankruptcy judges wide latitude on whether or not they will approve your request to re-open your bankruptcy. In the end, it is still at the judge's discretion. Before you open a can of worms, consult with an attorney to make sure that re-opening is your best option.


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Alan Chapell is a unique character – even by quirky the standards of the West Village, NYC. The product of years of traveling the world, honing his craft and moving through several musical genres, Chapell's lush sonic pallet falls somewhere between the progressive pop rock of Bryan Ferry and pre-indie rock nuance of 10,000 Maniacs.
Growing up on the "mean streets" of Stamford, Connecticut, Alan was something of a musical wunderkind – playing piano and trumpet before the age of six. He recorded with the legendary producer Jimmy Ienner at age 15, and more recently with Talking Head Jerry Harrison. He's played to jam-packed houses around the world from Mumbai to Managua. It took Chapell a while to get to this point, but audiences across the U.S. are starting to take notice in a big way.
What's perhaps most interesting about Alan is that, along with his musical success, he's carved out a niche advising tech companies on privacy issues. When the producers of HBO's Silicon Valley consider creating a character to lampoon your role in the tech space, you know you've made it. Chapell is now drawing comparisons to Roger McNamee's Moonalice as each have one foot firmly planted in both the tech and music worlds – and each are vocal critics of the privacy practices of Facebook.
CHAPELL's newest LP, Penultimate, is the closest he's come to bridging his innate musicality with the perspective gained wading neck deep through the rise and fall of the Internet age. Chapell's music evokes the naïve optimism of the early Internet age and juxtaposes that with the more current reality as we approach constant surveillance. "Ride," the first song on Penultimate, somehow manages to be both optimistic and dark – asking "if you're hanging on just long enough to watch it all burn down." Similarly, in "I am Zuck" Chapell parodies the never-gonna-happen confession of Mark Zuckerberg – at times using Zuck's own words to take him down. And if you've paid any attention at all to what's currently taking place in the tiny Central American country of Nicaragua, you'll find "Sandinista" to be nothing short of chilling.
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Story — From the June 2016 issue
The finalists were him and some other people, but really there was just him. Him filming his boy, who was riding a bike for the first time. A red-and-blue Spider-Man one-speed with plastic webbing and Spidey graphics arrayed along the frame. The bike had been this year's Christmas surprise because Gus was five and not so much depressed as departed from faith that the universe doled out her favors equitably. He was, in this way, easy to impress but hard to parent, which often felt to Nick like trying to grow a happy boy in the soil of their misfortune.
Who doesn't film his kid experiencing a threshold moment? It was bittersweet, really. Of course it was. Gus pedaling away on his own, newly aware of his autonomy, which contravened everything Nick had taught him by force of grief, the bond between them fortified by the loss of Nick's wife — Gus's mom — three years ago in a car accident that was still being litigated today.
And so, the film. Possibly the winner of America's Funniest Home Videos, on which was: Gus wobbling along on his bike, insisting his father not let go, as Nick gripped an iPhone that actually corrected for the tremble in his hand as he did let go, despite the screaming woman who'd taken up residence in his heart the instant his wife died — her name was Dread — and Gus, whose fear turned to joy when he realized he wasn't falling, on the contrary he was flying. There was, also, a hint of the disconnect that afflicts people who are filming an event instead of participating in it, so that even as Gus's tire snagged on a rock and he vaulted over the handlebars; as his helmet, which was too big, came down over his eyes like the curtain at show's end; as he popped out of the bush where he had landed and turned around several times because he could not see; as he cried out to his father, Nick beheld this spectacle at a distance, and continued to film.
Later, when they watched the clip at home, they agreed Gus had been pretty scared but also that it was pretty funny. He looked like one of those animals with its head trapped in a bag. Cue the circus music and probably Nick's friends would be amused.
They were. The next morning, six emailed back saying: Hilarious. Also: That kid. And: I forwarded this to my sister who teaches kindergarten, and even she thought it was a riot. By day's end, it had been posted online, subtitled humorously, and had more than 5,000 views.
The studio was warm. Sweat dribbled down the host's neck, which someone kept blotting with a paper towel. He two-stepped across the room and worked his face into expressions of mirth. When he smiled, you could see his molars and caps. The audience sat on padded bleachers arranged as if someone had tossed them there. Ten grand, the host was saying, because that was the top prize for the night.
"Shoo-in," Nick whispered, and poked Gus in the ribs.
"Too tight," Gus said, and yanked at his chinos. The audience had been told to dress business casual, which had Nick stuffing Gus into last year's pants and polo, looking at the result and thinking: big picture. He would leave the superlative fashion sense to double-parent families and focus, instead, on celebrating his son with 5 million other Americans.
He pointed at the screen. The first finalist had a walrus rolled on its back like spilled pudding and an animal trainer nudging it in the gut with her foot. The voice-over said, "Yeah? Then you do ten sit-ups for a lousy piece of fish." The audience clapped. Second finalist: an older woman making popcorn who took a kernel in the eye. The voice-over said, "Glasses, Granny. The better to seeeeee you with." The audience clapped. The man sitting next to Gus let out a hacking laugh, and said, "So true."
"We're up," Nick said.
Gus pulled at his collar. This morning he had asked Nick if the show was really a good idea because one of the kids at school had seen the video online and called him a tard, but Nick, who'd been bullied for stuff like poorly apportioned facial hair in high school, knew that kids who wanted to harass his son would find a way, video or not.
"You're my special guy," he'd said. "And after tonight, everyone will know it." Which probably had not mollified Gus, but which had filled Nick with the kind of anticipation he hadn't felt since his second date with his wife. Before she'd been his wife, though already he could predict their future. Or some of it, anyway: They got married; they had Gus. And after, when Nick took stock of things, he found himself happy to a degree of hubris that attracts wrath the way an especially bright flower attracts a bee.
Subdural hematoma is what the doctors had said. Blunt-force trauma. Nick had been rear-ended by a car doing forty. His seat had lurched forward, then back, which slammed his head into his wife's, who'd been sitting behind him to coddle Gus because Gus got carsick. Weak seats, the industry had said. Regulated poorly. Under the speed limit, the other driver had said. It wasn't clear who had been to blame, but the blame was out there waiting for the law to assign it.
Not long after the accident, Gus had developed a speech impediment. A kind of nasal approach to language Nick barely even noticed anymore, but which the producers thought might ruin their film's big moment. So at 10.4 seconds in, when Gus rose up from the bush, pumping his arms like a newborn bird, and saying, almost yelling, "Daddy, am I okay?" the question was printed at the bottom of the screen in a cartoon font. The voice-over said, "Ahhh, the big questions."
Nick snickered and clapped Gus on the back. And when the audience laughed with more vigor than before, Nick said, "See?" and he beamed — less with pride than relief. Because the hardest part of being a single parent wasn't the logistics or even the exhaustion, but just the solitude of having no one to share his son's life with. The day after his wife died, Gus picked up a pink crayon and drew a circle for the first time. Nick had been so proud, though there was nothing sui generis about the circle or the precocious timing of its drawing. But who could he tell besides his wife? Who would care beyond his friends, whose care was dutiful at best? My boy just used a fork! Used the potty! Zipped his jacket! All these moments relished, extolled, and filed away in a vault of memories no one else would open. When Nick was feeling extra grim, he wondered if these memories were even safe with him as their only safeguard. He was bad with names and faces and recently had a meeting with several lawyers, one of whom he mistook for opposing counsel because he hadn't remembered spending a half hour with the man just two months earlier. So it was possible all the milestones Gus had jumped would actually be forgotten and in this way erased from the human script being written every second by every person on earth.
The show was almost over, time for the host to announce the results. Third place: "The Lazy Walrus." No surprise there. First place (Nick crossed his fingers in his lap, embarrassed that he should care so much): "The Existential Biker"! Sent in by Nick and Gus Slocombe from Providence, Rhode Island. Nick threw up his arms. Gus put his palms together, but if he'd meant to part them again, no one could say because the host was on them in seconds, shaking Gus's hand and saying congratulations. And, "How's the bike riding going?" Nick went a little pale. He hadn't known they'd be interviewed, and certainly not that the questions would be directed at Gus.
"I didn't catch that," the host said.
"Haven't tried," Gus mumbled.
"Well then!" the host said. "What are you going to do with the money?"
Nick shrugged. He hadn't really thought about the money. "Pay down some lawyer bills, I guess."
"Well then!" the host said. "How about this father-and-son team."
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Curtain panels are a perfect beginner project. They're fast, super simple, and you get a great sense of satisfaction when you hang them up and instantly transform your window from plain and boring to pretty and bright. These fast and easy curtains combine two fabrics and use a simple row of ribbons to tie the top in place. This is a traditional cafe style hanging method and works well for full-length as well as half-window curtains. We have a link below to our full tutorial on window measuring basics.
Our panels are lined, which gives them more sun-blocking power and means they are finished on all sides. We show you all the steps for the simple yet clever seaming that makes it happen.
The supplies listed below are for two finished curtain panels measuring approximately 42" wide x 42" long each. These were created for a 36" x 36" window. The ribbon ties make the height somewhat adjustable. Please note that the window in the photo above is a bit taller and thinner, which is why the curtain rod appears "set down" from the top of the window. With flat curtain panels, they are flexible and pretty easy to adjust. However, if your window(s) are very different in size, check out our tutorial: How to Measure for Curtains.
If someone you know has just moved into a new house or apartment, a set of new curtains makes a lovely gift. Just ask them to measure their window(s) and give you their room's color scheme. Although we've used "kitchen" in the title for this project, the panels could work equally well for any room.
We originally used a retro combination of fabrics from the Simply Sweet collection by Barbara Jones for Henry Glass. This fabric is no longer readily available, but we found two other options with a vintage feel.
The mid-century style is often accented with gold metallic.
Sewing Tools You Need
- Sewing Machine and standard presser foot
Fabric and Other Supplies
NOTE: Remember, the supplies listed below are for TWO finished curtain panels measuring approximately 42" wide x 42" long each.
- 1 yard of 44"+ wide quilting weight fabric for the top and bottom accent borders
- 2⅛ yards of 44"+ wide quilting weight fabric for the main curtain panels
- 2⅛ yards of 44"+ wide quilting weight fabric or standard curtain lining fabric for the lining panels
- 9 yards of 1" ribbon for the upper ties
- All purpose thread to match all fabrics
- See-through ruler
- Tape measure
- Fabric pencil
- Seam gauge
- Seam ripper
- Iron and ironing board
- Scissors or rotary cutter and mat
- Straight pins
- Fray Check or a similar seam sealant for the ends of the ribbons
Getting Started
- From the accent fabric, cut FOUR strips 8" high x the width of the fabric (45" for our sample).
- From the main panel fabric, cut TWO panels 37" high x the width of the fabric.
- From the lining fabric, cut TWO panels 37" high x the width of the fabric.
- Trim all these pieces to a matching 43" width.
- Cut the ribbon into eighten 18" lengths. Trim the ends at a diagonal. Each curtain panel uses eight ties, the two extra ribbons are to use as tie backs.
- Apply a line of seam sealant to each end of each piece of ribbon. Allow the seam sealant to air dry or iron dry with low heat. This will help prevent the ribbon from fraying and raveling without needing to hem the ends.
At Your Sewing Machine & Ironing Board
- Thread your machine with thread to match the curtain panels in the top and bobbin.
- Match up the two main fabric panels with the two lining fabric panels. Pin each set right sides together, aligning all the raw edges.
- Sew both sets together along both SIDES (but not the top and bottom), using a ½" seam allowance.
- Press all four seam allowances open and flat.
- Turn the curtain panels right side out and press the seams flat so they make a nice sharp edge along each side.
- Fold one accent strip in half lengthwise wrong sides together. Press.
- Open up the accent strip and lay it flat on your work surface right side facing up. You will be able to see the pressed crease down the middle.
- The crease marks the center line of your strip and the line on which you will place and stitch the ribbon ties.
- Collect eight ribbon lengths. Fold each length in half to find its center point. Place the center line of the ribbon on the center crease line of the accent strip. The ribbons will lay perpendicular to the fabric. Space the eight ribbons evenly along the strip with the first and last ribbons ½" in from each end. Our ties were approximately 6" apart. Pin in place at the center points.
- Re-thread your machine with thread to match the accent strip in the top and bobbin.
- Stitch straight across each ribbon, keeping your seam right along the center crease. We recommend stitching back and forth several times to create a nice, strong tie.
- Fold the accent strip in half again, wrong sides together, along the crease line and press the ties up and away from the strip. Your seams will run along the very top fold of the accent fabric but will be hidden between the ribbons.
- Open the accent strip up and match it to the top raw edge of the curtain panel, centering the accent strip. The right side of the accent strip should face the right side of the main panel fabric. Pin in place. Push the ribbons down and out of the way of the seam.
- Stitch across the top through all layers, using a ½" seam allowance. Start and stop at the main panel's side seams.
- With the accent strip still opened flat, press the seam allowance away from the curtain panel towards the accent strip.
- Flip over the panel and press up the long raw edge of the accent strip ½".
- Fold the accent strip in half, right sides together, and pin in place along each end.
- Stitch across both short ends with a ½" seam allowance. This seam should be flush with the finished edge of the curtain panel as shown in the photo below.
- Trim back seam allowance to ¼" and clip the corners. Turn right side out and press. Reach in with a long, blunt tool, such as a knitting needle, chopstick or point turner to gently push out the corners so they are nice and sharp.
- On the lining side of the curtain panel, the pressed edge of the accent strip back should cover the original exposed seam. Pin in place across the panel.
- Slightly lengthen the stitch.
- Edgestitch around all four sides of the accent strip. This stitching will be visible, so be very careful to keep your seam line straight and remember to pivot at each corner.
- Finish the lower edge of the curtain in the same manner, using a second accent strip, but omitting the ribbons.
- Repeat to make the second curtain panel to match the first.
- We found it easier to tie all the ribbon ties into matching bows first, and then slip the panels onto the curtain rod, adjusting as needed once in place.
Project Design: Alicia Thommas
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