The Level 3 Diploma in gym instructing and personal training trains learners to a professionally competent level, enabling them to prescribe, plan and deliver safe but effective exercise programmes, and to develop their skills and knowledge to allow the learner to pursue a career in personal training.
You will study a range of topics, including:
- Anatomy and physiology
- Nutrition
- Exercise, health and fitness
- Lifestyle and medical factors that affect wellbeing
- Analysis of client information using the most accepted techniques
- Assessment of a client’s current health and fitness status
- Planning and conducting of physical activity sessions, within a variety of environments using multiple resources
- Client consultations
- Communication skills
- Legal and professional requirements for personal training
- How to set up and manage a personal training business
On this course, you will:
- Learn from industry-experienced and well-qualified tutors who have spent many years in the fitness industry and have specialist qualifications and knowledge to bring to their teaching
- Access the state-of-the-art facilities and equipment
- Take part in cross-campus events
- Acquire new skills and enrichment specific to the fitness industry
GCSE English and maths grade 4 (C) or Functional Skills Level 2 in English and maths
You can apply using our online application form and clicking the Apply Now button at the top of the page.
Exercise Referral
16-18 year olds do not need to pay course fees. Those aged 19 or over may not need to pay fees depending on their circumstances.
“I have met new friends in a great community while studying a practical course that I enjoy.”
Bayley Lowe Level 2 Sport Former student at The Laurel Academy
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