Certificate in Personal Training QCF (Level 3) – Exeter

Overview

This certified Level 3 Personal Training Course will allow you to become a Fitness Professional. After completing the level 2 in Fitness Instructing course, you will be eligible to complete the Level 3 Personal Training course.

Based in Exeter, the aim of this Personal Training qualification is to recognise the skills, knowledge and competence required for an individual to work unsupervised as a personal trainer. This includes being able to offer one-to-one training, baseline assessment, nutritional advice and progressive programming which is specific to the individual needs of a client.

Learners will cover

• Anatomy and physiology including:
  • The heart and circulatory system
  • The musculoskeletal system
  • Postural and core stability
  • The nervous, endocrine and energy systems and their relation to exercise and health
• How to maintain health, safety and welfare in a variety of fitness environments, including the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults
• How to programme safe and effective exercise for a range of clients, the health benefits of physical activity and the importance of healthy eating
• How to communicate with clients effectively, and motivate clients to adhere to an exercise programme
• How to apply the principles of nutrition to support client goals as part of an exercise and physical activity programme
• How to design, manage, and adapt a personal training programme with apparently healthy adults of all ages
• How to deliver exercise and physical activity as part of a programme for apparently healthy adults of all ages

Accreditation

REPs CPD points: 20

Entry Requirements

Certificate in Fitness Instructing QCF (Level 2)

Delivery

Over six weekend workshops, blended learning and assessment dates.

Cost

£1,250