Leisure/Fitness
Level 3 Personal Trainer
The Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training aims to develop a learners existing knowledge and skills to a professional level, enabling them to gain a deeper understanding into gym instruction and pursue a career in personal training.
Qualification Structure
Learners must achieve the seven mandatory units (36 credits).
Learner Entry Requirements
Learners must hold a suitable Level 2 qualification in gym instructing.
Progression Routes
This qualification provides progression onto:
Level 3 Diploma in Exercise Referral.
Level 3 Award in Supporting Pre and Postnatal Clients with Exercise and Nutrition.
Level 3 Award in Designing Exercise Programmes for Older Adults.
Level 3 Award in Designing Exercise Programmes for Disabled Clients.
Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Matwork.
Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Yoga.
Level 4 Certificate in Strength and Conditioning.
Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Personal Training.
Assessment
Coursework/Project.
Multiple Choice Examination.
Portfolio of Evidence.
Practical Demonstration/Assignment.
Unit Title |
Level |
Assessment Type |
Credit |
Know how to support clients who take part in exercise and physical activity |
2 |
RPL / Case study / Worksheet |
2 |
Health, safety and welfare in a fitness environment |
2 |
RPL / Case study / Worksheet |
2 |
Principles of exercise, fitness and health |
2 |
RPL / Theory paper |
4 |
Anatomy and physiology for exercise and health |
3 |
Theory paper |
6 |
Applying the principles of nutrition to a physical activity programme |
3 |
Case Study |
6 |
Programming personal training with clients |
3 |
Case study / Worksheet |
7 |
Delivering personal training sessions |
3 |
Observation / Self-evaluation |
9 |