This includes being able to offer one-to-one training, baseline assessment, nutritional advice and progressive programming which is specific to the individual needs of a client.
You can add bolt on courses such as:
- exercise to music
- spin
- yoga
- pilates
On successful completion, you can work as a personal trainer in a gym or become self-employed.
What you'll learn
This course covers a number of scientific elements including:
- anatomy and physiology, including:
- the heart and circulatory system
- the musculoskeletal system
- postural and core stability
- the nervous, endocrine and energy systems and their relation to exercise and health
- how to maintain health, safety and welfare in a variety of fitness environments, including the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults
- how to programme safe and effective exercise for a range of clients, the health benefits of physical activity, and the importance of healthy eating
- how to communicate with clients effectively, and motivate clients to adhere to an exercise programme
- how to apply the principles of nutrition to support client goals as part of an exercise and physical activity programme
- how to design, manage, and adapt a personal training programme with apparently healthy adults of all ages
- how to deliver exercise and physical activity as part of a programme for apparently healthy adults of all ages
On completion of the course you will have earned a nationally-recognised, Personal Training Level 3 Diploma.
You will competently be able to assess clients, devise a personalised training programme and deliver a training session confidently.
How you'll learn and be assessed
You learn through a mixture of practical and theory-based sessions utilising case studies, discussion groups and lectures on the core content.
Assessment is completed through:
- development of a portfolio of evidence
- worksheets
- multiple-choice exams
- continuous assessments
- practical assessment
Entry requirements
You need to have 4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including maths and English or a level 2 Diploma at merit or above