Personal Training - Level 3 - Part-Time

Whilst taking this qualification you will develop the knowledge, understanding and essential skills employers look for in employees such a team working, independent learning and problem solving. Other skills you may learn include an appreciation for appropriate behaviour and dress, appropriate interpersonal skills, communicating with professional colleagues/peers and/or hierarchical seniors, supporting other aspiring employees, personal manners and deportment, understanding work practices and how different roles and departments function within an organisation.

On this qualification you will be required to complete 6 mandatory units:

• Applied anatomy and physiology for activity, health and fitness.
• Client motivation and lifestyle management
• Programming personal training sessions
• Delivering personal training sessions
• Nutrition to support a physical activity programme
• Business acumen for personal trainer

You will need:

English and Maths GCSE's (or equivalent) at grade 4 / C preferably with a level 2 qualification in related area but individual experience/circumstances will be considered on a case by case basis.

How long is this course?

1 year

When does this course start?

08/09/2026

How many hours / days per week is this course?

This course will take place mainly online with some in person face-to-face sessions involving practical delivery. Expected to have a minimum of 8 sessions on site.

Fee information

Adult (19+) learners

Depending on your age, course, educational history and personal circumstances, there may be options available for you to receive a course fully-funded by the government. Our fee calculator will help give you an idea on whether you'll be able to have your course fee waived or covered by an Advanced Learner Loan.

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Learners with an active Education, Health & Care Plan

If you are aged 19 - 24 at the start of your course and have an active Education, Health & Care Plan (EHCP), any course up to and including level 3 will be fully-funded by the government. This means you will not have a course fee to pay and any equipment considered essential to complete your course will be provided by the college.

What qualification will I achieve?

NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training (qualification aim: 60334915)

The qualification is mapped to the CIMSPA (Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity) Personal Trainer Professional Standard