Ready to become a personal trainer?

Who can do this course?

• Anyone over the age of 16.
• Have a reasonable level of fitness. 

What you will learn

This course is made up of ten units, covering both practical and theoretical aspects.

Basic and Advanced Anatomy & Physiology

You'll learn about the human body's systems, such as circulatory, endocrine, skeletal, respiratory, and energy systems, and how they function during physical activity—crucial knowledge for any personal trainer.

Principles of Exercise, Health & Fitness

This unit covers the essentials of creating effective fitness programs, including exercise principles, healthy eating, and tailoring plans for various populations.

Application of Nutrition

Understanding nutrition is vital for guiding clients. You'll learn to apply basic and advanced nutrition plans, focusing on nutrient groups and setting nutrition goals to support fitness objectives.

Programming Personal Training Sessions

You'll gain expertise in designing personal training sessions, learning the latest training methods, from stretching to resistance training, and how to tailor programs for diverse client needs.

Delivering Personal Training Sessions

This unit focuses on the practical side of training. You'll learn how to instruct clients, adapt exercises, and develop flexible, effective training sessions based on client capabilities and goals.

Business Acumen for Personal Trainers

Learn the essential skills for running a successful personal training business. This unit covers client acquisition, marketing strategies, financial management, and how to build and sustain a thriving business in the fitness industry.

How you will learn

Our personal trainer courses are all delivered with face-to-face training to give you the practical experience of communicating, assessing, and motivating your clients. We believe that training you in a gym and studio environment, with tutors and peers, will give you the right skills and experience to start your PT career. 

Each class consists of a theory lesson and practical session at the gym. All our students receive a gym membership for the duration of the course.

How You Will Be Assessed

The assessment will be made up of coursework, written assignments, exams and practical assessments.

On successful completion of the course, you will receive:

• Internationally recognised Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma in Gym Instructing & Personal Training 
• This course is regulated by Ofqual, and recognised by CIMSPA .
• Although CIMSPA is a UK-based organisation, the good news is that all CIMSPA-endorsed qualifications are internationally recognised. For example, if you got a Level 3 personal training course in the UK, it would also be recognised by employers abroad.

Career prospect

There are numerous career paths and opportunities in the UK today for qualified Personal Trainers. Seldom does a profession offer so much choice and flexibility as there is to be found in the fitness sector. This literally puts the Fitness Professional themselves in charge of their own career path. 

Our Personal Trainer graduates go on to: 

• Work in a gym or leisure centre 
• Set up an online coaching business 
• Run boot camps 
• Run weight management and exercise groups 
• Set up your own micro-gym 
• Work for a hotel based leisure centre 
• Work in sports specialist clubs 
• GP Referral schemes 
• Cardiac Rehabilitation 

Careers Support 

As part of the programme, learners have the valuable opportunity to attend a Careers Day tailored specifically for our Personal Trainer learners. This event brings together employers from top gyms and fitness centres, alongside industry experts, to offer insights into securing employment and advancing your career. They provide practical advice on how to stand out in the competitive fitness market, what skills and qualifications employers are looking for, and how to thrive in various roles within the industry.

Employers also present real job opportunities, offering learners direct pathways to employment. It's a unique chance to make industry connections, explore potential roles, and take a confident step towards securing your first job or advancing your career in fitness.

Tuition Fees

The cost of the course is £1,500 with a deposit of £300, if you wish to pay upfront.

0% finance available - spread the cost with interest free monthly payments 

Advanced Learner Loan

Or you can apply for an advanced learner loan to cover the cost of tuition, which you will only be required to repay once you are earning at least £25,000.

Eligibility to apply for Advanced Learner Loan

• 19 years+
• Lived in UK for more than 3 years
• Have an NI number

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