Gain the fundamental knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, with the ability to provide sound nutritional advice, with the ability to design and implement bespoke programming for clients. Learn the principles of exercise, fitness, and health, and how to support clients in their lifestyle changes, offering a quality service, delivering gym and PT-based sessions, learn how to implement SMART goal setting into training and nutrition targets, to help your clients be successful and in turn helping your business thrive.
The Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training will give you the skills and knowledge required to stand out in the industry, deliver excellent sessions, supply client support, start working in your local gym, and grow a successful personal training business or travel the world training clients. By completing this CIMSPA-recognised course, you can pursue a career as a Personal Trainer in the UK or Internationally and potentially earn an annual salary in the region of £50k. You will develop knowledge and understanding of the following topics:
- Anatomy and physiology of the human body and how this relates to exercise and health, including postural and core stability.
- Nutrition in relation to physical activity programs and the strong links to diet and physical activity.
- A personal trainer needs to design, manage, and adapt a personal training program for healthy adults of all ages.
- Setting up and promoting their own personal training or fitness business.
- Key principles of exercise, fitness, and health, including the components, principles, and variables of fitness, the health and benefits of physical activity, and the importance of healthy eating.
- Personal trainers need to maintain health, safety, and welfare in a fitness environment, including the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults.
Study a range of topics within the Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training.
Unit 1 - Anatomy physiology and kinesiology for exercise and health
Unit 2 – Applying the Principles of Nutrition to a Physical Activity Program
Unit 3 – Planning exercise program design for personal training clients
Unit 4 – Delivering exercise programs for personal training sessions including an Assignment: Part 1, 2, and 3 (details are attached)
Unit 5 – Business and Marketing for Fitness Professionals and the use of information technology for personal trainers
The qualification will be assessed with a face-to-face practical, completion of exams & coursework portfolios, and client case studies.
On completion of the Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training, you will receive your CIMSPA-recognised certification from Focus Awards. Enter the industry as a fully qualified Personal Trainer.
