CIMSPA Recognised Personal Training Diploma

The Level 3 Diploma in Gym Instructing and Personal Training is the most popular course delivered at Entire Training. This qualification combines the Level 2 Gym Instructor and Level 3 Personal Training qualification. The Diploma course is ideal for those aspiring health and fitness professionals, no previous qualifications are required, and it will take you from gym enthusiast to Personal Trainer in 12 weeks. The Advanced Level 3 Diploma in Gym Instructing and Personal Training guarantees that you will be provided with all the knowledge and support needed to pursue a career as a Personal Trainer in the health and fitness industry.

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PT DIPLOMA DURATION: BETWEEN 4-12 WEEKS

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FLEXIBLE HOME STUDY

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DIPLOMA COST: £749.00

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FLEXIBLE FINANCE OPTIONS

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Course Overview

  • PT DIPLOMA QUALIFICATION
  • ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
  • COURSE CONTENT
  • COURSE DURATION & ASSESSMENT

The Level 3 Diploma in Gym Instructing and Personal Training will enable our graduates to achieve a successful career as a personal trainer, giving you the opportunity to also go on to complete further qualifications to enhance your professional practice. The qualification is CIMSPA recognised, so you can use this qualification either in the UK or abroad to train clients. Combine the fundamental knowledge at Level 2 Gym Instructor with advanced knowledge gain through the Level 3 Personal Training course and achieve a Diploma. Study with Entire Training and build the skills and knowledge required to stand out in the industry, deliver excellent training sessions, provide client support and grow a successful personal training business.

There are no specific entry requirements for this qualification, but you will need to be a minimum of 16 years of age.

The Level 3 Diploma in Gym Instructing and Personal Training consists of 10 units (6 Level 2 Gym units and 4 Level 3 PT units), offering both practical and theory-based learning opportunities. Throughout the duration of this course, you will be educated on a wide range of factors to ensure that you are equipped with the knowledge needed to become a successful health and fitness professional.
A full breakdown of the Level 3 Diploma in Gym Instructing and Personal Training course content is as follows:

Supporting clients’ goals, exercise adherence and motivation
L2 Anatomy of the human body related to exercise
Assessing risks in the fitness environment to ensure safety to users
L2 Principles of exercise and adaptations-based training
Planning gym-based sessions for members
Delivering practical sessions to members
L3 Anatomy and physiology for exercise and health
Applying the principles of nutrition to a physical activity programme
Programming personal training with clients
Delivering personal training sessions
6 additional CPD courses (Tri-Planar Kettlebell Training, Suspension Training, Foam Roller Training, Medicine Ball Training, Personal Trainer Business Skills & Functional Training)

The duration and assessment of the Level 3 Diploma in Gym Instructing and Personal Training depends on the learning option that you choose to complete.

The online distance learning option for this course can be completed in just 8-12 weeks, with support from our team, live webinar training and regular support calls. This qualification is assessed in several ways, including case studies, portfolio questions and practical video assessments.

The face to face blended learning option combines face to face teaching and assessment with online coursework completion. Duration of the course will depend on chosen attendance days, but an average time frame would be 10-12 weeks. Four face to face Training days will be required.

Learning options

Thanks to our flexible approach, this course can be delivered via three different learning methods, Online Distance Learning, Face to Face Blended Learning and Fast Track Intensive Learning. Explore our different learning options below and remember, if you are not sure our friendly team is available to help find the best learning option for you, simply call 01772 910950 or chat with us now.

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Face to Face Blended Learning (Most Popular)


  • Qualify in as little as 8-12 weeks
  • Highly qualified tutor to your chosen location
  • Face to face Covid friendly tutoring, giving you one-to-one or a group teaching experience
  • Access to our interactive E-learning platform
  • Induction hosted by a dedicated tutor
  • Course resources
  • Access to our dedicated student support team
Upfront Payment
£1,099.00

Finance Price

£1249 from £69.39/month

For more information on this course or to find out about our flexible payment options call us on 01772 910 950

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Fast Track Intensive Learning


  • Qualify in 2 weeks with our face-to-face fast-track intensive program
  • Classroom and gym floor-based learning
  • Highly qualified tutor delivered from our new modern facilities
  • Complete access to our dedicated student support team
  • All course resources provided
  • Career guidance and support upon graduation
Upfront Payment
£1,499.00

Finance Price

£1649 from £91.61/month

For more information on this course or to find out about our flexible payment options call us on 01772 910 950

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ONLINE DISTANCE LEARNING


  • Qualify in as little as 8-12 weeks
  • Highly qualified tutor to your chosen location
  • Face to face Covid friendly tutoring, giving you one-to-one or a group teaching experience
  • Access to our interactive E-learning platform
  • Induction hosted by a dedicated tutor
  • Course resources
  • Access to our dedicated student support team
Upfront Payment
£749.00

Finance Price

£849 from £47.17/month

For more information on this course or to find out about our flexible payment options call us on 01772 910 950

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With learning venues up and down the United Kingdom, Entire Training offers people around the country with the opportunity to access industry leading health and fitness qualifications.

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Advanced Package

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  • Our intermediate package contains several courses including: L4 Nutrition & L2 Gym Instructor
  • 40 hours weekly tutor support
  • Flexible learning options
  • No entry requirements
  • Guaranteed interview upon graduation

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What our graduates say about us

I had a real passion to begin a new career in the fitness industry and become a personal trainer in Manchester. I searched online and contacted a number of providers, before I spoke to Entire Training.

Brent, Personal Trainer

The regular phone calls I received from my support tutor always gave me confidence in completing the home study in time and they made sure I was organised fully going into the training days

Hayley, Level 3 Advanced Personal Trainer Diploma

I found my tutor fantastic as he had superb knowledge on the subject and was great at demonstrating the exercises.

Ross, Level 3 Personal Trainer Certificate

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Frequently Asked Questions

Entire Training qualify thousands of fitness professionals each year, we have been delivering fitness qualification for over 15 years and our pass rate is 99.4% across all learning options. Check out our recent Trust Pilot and Google reviews to see what students had to say about our courses.

The Level 3 Diploma Practitioner in Personal Training course consists of two qualifications and 6 FREE CPD courses. Level 2 Fitness instructor qualification (RQF) Level 3 Personal trainer qualification (RQF) 6 free CPD courses including: Kettlebell Training Suspension Training Foam Roller Training Medicine Ball training Personal Trainer Business Skills Functional Training.

There are 24 UCAS points allocated to this qualification, counting toward your overall UCAS tariff points.

Within the fitness industry it is important that you continue your development and further your knowledge to stand out from other trainers. Many of our Personal Trainer students go on to complete additional qualifications with us. This allows them to offer their clients further services and take their careers to the next level. We have many courses available which you can progress onto following completion of the Advanced Level 3 Personal Training Diploma qualification including: Level 4 Strength and Conditioning Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Personal Training Level 3 Exercise Referral Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Level 2 Kettlebell Instructing Level 2 Group Indoor Cycling

Our courses start the day that you sign up. Our dedicated student support team will devise a learning plan that suits both your needs and your desired completion timescale. Our enrolment team send all the resources out the day you sign up - this is done electronically to avoid any delays or waiting time for your resources.

You will receive an interactive webinar induction which will provide you with detailed understanding of how to make a start to your course. If you wish you have schedule weekly/monthly calls this can be arrange during your induction to the call. We have 3 communication methods available; you can speak to a tutor instantly via phone or our online chat system. Alternatively, if you have a detailed question you can email us, and a tutor will respond in 24 hours. You will receive live webinar teaching lesson for your practical assessment.

Entire Training believes in providing affordable courses for everyone. Our unique online product enables us run course completely online therefore reducing venue, tutor and travel expenses which is passed onto the learners. You will receive the same qualification that any other training provider offers.

Entire Training believes in providing affordable courses for everyone. Our unique online product enables us run course completely online therefore reducing venue, tutor and travel expenses which is passed onto the learners. You will receive the same qualification that any other training provide offers.

Following completion of our Level 3 Personal Trainer Diploma course you will be able to get insured as a Personal Trainer. You will also be eligible for registration with CIMSPA. You can then kickstart your career whether that’s; working in a gym, starting your own business or working abroad. We will provide you with further guidance to help you get started via our mentoring programme. This will teach you how to market yourself and build a client base. We will also share our industry contacts with you to help you gain employment.

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