Passionate about fitness, love helping others? If you’re already a qualified Level 2 Gym Instructor you can take the next step on your journey and become a Level 3 Personal Trainer. Study from the comfort of your own home while working around your lifestyle, getting qualified couldn't be easier. Learn from industry experts and get access to our e-learning 24/7 and Tutor support 7-days a week. 

Includes 'Level 3 Nutrition for Exercise and Health' 

If you’re starting from scratch, then you can take our Level 3 Diploma in Gym Instructing & Personal Training course.

Course Content

The aim of this qualification is to develop learners with existing knowledge and skills in gym instruction who would like to pursue a career in personal training. 

• Further knowledge of anatomy and physiology applicable to personal training
• Lifestyle and medical factors that affect wellbeing
• Effective communication skills for client consultations to encourage healthy lifestyle behaviours and strategies for change
• Skills to plan and conduct physical activity sessions with different types of clients in a variety of environments with a range of resources
• Legal and professional requirements for personal training
• How to set up and manage a personal training business on a self-employed basis if they wish to
• How to manage, evaluate and improve own performance

Study Format

Guided Learning Hours: 245.Total Qualification Time: 360

Course length: 12 weeks  

Online Course: We’ve made it even easier for you to get qualified, just complete your e-learning modules in your own time.

Study from the comfort of your own home while working around your lifestyle, getting qualified couldn't be easier. Learn from industry experts with a CIMSPA enhancing provider and get access to our e-learning 24/7 & Tutor support 7-days a week.

We’ll then invite you to submit a final practical video assessment at the end of your course. 

• Dedicated 1-on-1 Support: Receive ongoing support from our expert tutors, who are available 7 days a week to guide you through the course content and answer any questions you may have. Our tutors are seasoned professionals with real-Fitness Industry  experience, committed to helping you succeed.
• Continuous Interaction: Benefit from virtual workshops and regular feedback sessions as you progress, ensuring that you are on the right track and gaining the practical skills needed to excel in your field

Real-World Application:

• Learner Portfolio: Compile a comprehensive portfolio as part of your learning process. This portfolio will not only serve as a record of your acquired skills but also as a showcase of your ability to apply your knowledge to real-life scenarios.
• Practical Case Study: Apply what you've learned by completing a real-life case study.

All courses are designed in line with EmployAbility Leisure Guide B. If you need learning materials in an alternative format or other reasonable adjustments, contact us at info@fittraining.co.uk

Assessments

• Coursework/Project
• Online Multiple Choice Examination
• Learner Achievement Portfolio
  
• Practical Demonstration/Assignment-video

Certification

Course Progression

• Active IQ Level 4 Certificate in Strength and Conditioning
• Active IQ Level 3 Sports Massage Therapy
• Active IQ Level 3 Dpoma in Supporting Clients with Long Term Conditions

• Find out more about Industry careers on CIMSPA’s Careers Hub or discover CIMSPA membership and professional status or career development opportunities relevant to your goals.

Entry Requirements

• Learners must hold a suitable level 2 qualification in gym instructing
• The course requires physical exertion and individual participation is essential, therefore a degree of physical fitness is necessary
• There is an element of communication (discussing, presenting, reading and writing) and maths involved, so learners should have basic skills in communication and maths pitched at Level 2 (as a minimum)

• Find out more about Industry careers on CIMSPA’s Careers Hub

ELCAS Funding

Are you leaving the forces and looking to retrain within the fitness industry? You can use the Enhanced Learning Credits to fund our Level 3 courses. 

Check out our Level 3 Diploma in Gym Instructing and Personal Training to get started. 

For help and information check out our  ELCAS page 

Contact us for more information.

ELCAS Approved Provider ID: 9004