Level 3Fitness
Certificate in Personal Training
- Duration
- 8 weeks
- Delivery
- In centre
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Course overview
The course combines Level 2 Gym Instructor and Level 3 Personal Trainer courses, to provide a well-rounded and comprehensive education.
Who is this course for?
Aspiring personal trainers who want to start their own PT business, or work as a trainer in a gym, health club or leisure centre.
Fees and funding
The cost of the course is £1,500 with a deposit of £300, if you wish to pay upfront. 0% finance available - spread the cost with interest free monthly payments.
Funding
Or you can apply for an advanced learner loan to cover the cost of tuition, which you will only be required to repay once you are earning at least £25,000.
Funding options that may apply
Eligibility depends on your circumstances. Our admissions team will confirm what you qualify for before you enrol.
Course dates
| Start | End | Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, 10 Feb 2026 | — | 1 day a week, 9:30am-5pm. | Closed |
Dates not suitable? Register your interest and we will contact you about the next intake.
Entry requirements
Anyone over the age of 16. Have a reasonable level of fitness.
What you will learn
- Basic and Advanced Anatomy & Physiology
- Principles of Exercise, Health & Fitness
- Application of Nutrition
- Programming Personal Training Sessions
- Delivering Personal Training Sessions
- Business Acumen for Personal Trainers
How you will learn
Face-to-face training with theory lesson and practical session at the gym each week.
Assessment
Coursework, written assignments, exams and practical assessments.
You will qualify with
- Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma in Gym Instructing & Personal Training
Careers and progression
Career options
- Work in a gym or leisure centre
- Set up an online coaching business
- Run boot camps
- Run weight management and exercise groups
- Set up your own micro-gym
- Work for a hotel based leisure centre
- Work in sports specialist clubs
- GP Referral schemes
- Cardiac Rehabilitation
Skills employers look for
- Programme design
- Coaching and motivation
- Anatomy knowledge
- Client screening
- Nutrition basics
- Self-employment skills
- Building a client base
- Health and safety
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- Duration
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- Delivery
- In centre
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- Duration
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- Delivery
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