About the course
The qualification is based on the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) professional standards for instructing gym based exercise. Throughout this qualification, learners will develop their knowledge and understanding of relevant anatomy and physiology. They will also develop the knowledge, understanding and skills to prescreen clients and check their readiness to exercise, health and safety and induct individuals and small groups to gym equipment. They will also plan and instruct gym-based exercise programmes. In parallel, learners will develop their communication and customer service skills, their awareness of environmental sustainability and their commercial skills, all of which are valued highly by employers. Problem solving, team working skills and research skills will also be developed.
Entry requirements
An interest in joining the fitness industry as an exercise/fitness instructor.
How much does it cost?
The cost of this course is £360
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Instalment Plan ✓
This course qualifies for an Instalment Plan, allowing you to pay in smaller, more manageable amounts. Contact our Admissions Team on 01279 868100 for more details.
Adult Skills Fund ✓
This course is part of the Adult Skills Fund and is fully-funded (free) if you are 19+ and:
- Unemployed and looking for work
- or in paid employment and earn below £25,000
Greater London Authority Entitlement (GLA) ✓
This Level 3 course is part of the Greater London Authority Entitlement and is fully-funded (free) for eligible learners aged 19 or over and:
- Living in London
- is their first full level 3 qualification
Awarding Body
NCFE
Why study?
Throughout this qualification, learners will develop their knowledge and understanding of relevant anatomy and physiology. They will also develop the knowledge, understanding and skills to prescreen clients and check their readiness to exercise, health and safety and induct individuals and small groups to gym equipment. They will also plan and instruct gym-based exercise programmes. In parallel, learners will develop their communication and customer service skills, their awareness of environmental sustainability and their commercial skills, all of which are valued highly by employers. Problem solving, team working skills and research skills will also be developed.
Where will this course take me?
Level 3 Personal Trainers course
- Personal trainer
- Armed forces PTI
- Exercise referral specialist
- Exercise to music teacher
- Mat-based Pilates instruction
Core modules
- Anatomy and physiology for exercise
- Maximising the customer experience in a gym environment
- Supporting client health and well-being
- Conducting client consultations and gym inductions
- Planning and reviewing gym-based exercise programmes
- Instructing and supervising gym-based exercise programmes
How will I be assessed?
- Internally Assessed Gym-Based Practical observations
- Internally Assessed Portfolio of evidence
I'm interested. What should I do now?
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