Level 3 Diploma in Gym Instruction and Personal Training

This qualification is designed to provide the knowledge and skills required to work as a Gym Instructor and Personal Trainer in a variety of settings.

Enrolment:

Ongoing

Location:

Walton Sport Centre & Anytime Fitness (Allerton Road)

Dates:

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Course Duration:

Course Duration is approx 6 months.

Course Requirements:

Learners must be aged 19 or over.

Course Qualification:

Level 3 Diploma in Gym Instruction and Personal Training

About The Course

Course Overview

The qualification aims to:

Focus on the role and scope of a Gym Instructor and Personal Trainer
Offer breadth and depth of study, incorporating a key core of knowledge
Provide opportunities to acquire a number of practical and technical skills

The objectives of the qualification are for the learners to:

Demonstrate the knowledge, understanding and practical skills needed to work as a Gym Instructor and Personal Trainer
Develop skills and knowledge in a range of areas relevant to their role, such as:
The principles of working in the gym environment, including customer service and how to maintain health, safety and welfare
Anatomy and physiology
How to conduct consultations and promote the health benefits of physical activity
How to communicate effectively and motivate clients to adhere to an exercise programme
How to plan and prepare a gym-based exercise programme
Nutrition to support a physical activity programme
Marketing and business planning
Personal training programming and delivering personal training sessions.

Course Prospects

What Comes Next?

Level 3 Diploma in Sport Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy L3 Diploma in Increasing Participation in Sport and Active Leisure in Community Settings Other potential roles at this level could include:

Lifeguard
Membership Sales Consultant
Sports Coach
Nutritionist
Gym Manager/Owner