YMCA Diploma in Fitness Instructing, Personal Training and Circuits Level 3
Key Information
Subject Area
Sport, Fitness and Leisure
Level
3
Part Time Evening
Location
Usk Campus
Fees
£150.00
Please note, all advertised fees are for one year only, unless otherwise stated in the additional information below
Start Date
03 September 2024
Tuesday and Thursday
Start Time
15:00
End Time
20:30
Duration
34 weeks
In a nutshell
This qualification is suitable for learners holding a Level 2 qualification in Gym Instruction or equivalent who wish to progress to a career as a professional Personal Trainer on an employed or self-employed basis.
This qualification is endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the management of sport and physical activity (CIMSPA).
This course is for...
... Anyone holding a valid Level 2 gym instructor qualification
... Those who want the knowledge to successfully pursue a career in the health and fitness industry
Course content
This course covers a variety of additional knowledge and skills to help you progress as a self-employed or employed personal trainer. The content reflects the competencies needed to become a safe and effective personal trainer.
The aim of this qualification is to recognise the skills, knowledge and competence required for an individual to work unsupervised as a personal trainer. 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.
The course will cover:
- Applied anatomy and physiology
- Promote wellness through client motivation and interaction
- Bespoke exercise programme design
- Customised exercise programme instruction and communication techniques
- Nutrition to support physical activity
- Business acumen for personal training practice
Assessment will take place through a variety of methods, including:
Multiple choice theory paper, assessment workbook, personal training showcase portfolio (5 elements) and completing a learner log.
Entry Requirements
To take this course you’ll need to already have a valid Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing.
Additional information
Once completed, you can use this qualification as a platform to move on to other courses in the health and fitness or active leisure sectors.
Learners may choose further same-level qualifications, for example:
- Level 3 Diploma in Exercise Referral
- Level 3 Diploma in Increasing Participation in Sport and Active Leisure in Community Settings
- Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy
- Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Pilates
- Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Yoga
- Level 3 special populations-related qualifications.
- Apprenticeship in Personal Training
Learners may also choose to progress to higher lever qualifications, for example:
- Level 4 Award in Internal Quality Assurance
- Level 4 Award in Understanding Internal Quality Assurance
- Level 4 Certificate in Delivering Physical Activity for Individuals with Mental Health Conditions
- Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance
- Level 4 Certificate in Programming Physical Activity for Individuals with Low Back Pain
- Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy
- Level 4 Certificate in Weight Management for Individuals with Obesity, Diabetes Mellitus and/or Metabolic Syndrome
- Level 4 Sports and Conditioning qualifications
After booking your course you have 14 days to change your mind and request a full refund. You can still request a refund after this date, but this will only be given if you meet the criteria from the college fee policy.
If your chosen course starts within 14 days of you booking your place, then the 14 day refund policy does not apply and any refund will be subject to the college fee policy.
All courses may be subject to change and cancelled if deemed not viable to run.
Have any questions or are not sure if this is the right course for you?
Contact our Student Recruitment team