Qualification

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 REPs and 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.

Entry Requirements

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

Course Content

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)

Course Duration & Assessment

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 part-time and custom fit option combine 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.

1: What is the highest level of personal trainer certification?

Level 3 Personal Training certifications are the highest level of personal training, there are other higher qualifications, but these are for specialising. You could progress up to Level 4/5 qualifications.

2: What is an advanced personal trainer?

The qualification is designed to advance you career to becoming a personal trainer with no previous qualifications, as it contains the Level 2 Gym and Level 3 Personal Training qualification.

3: What are the levels of personal trainers?

Within the fitness industry there are several levels of qualification from Level 2 through to Level 4. Personal Training is set at Level 3; however, you can progress with higher level course such as Level 4 Strength and Conditioning, Level 4 Lower Back Pain, Level 4 Obesity and Level 4 Diabetes.

4: What qualifications do you need to be a PT?

To become a PT you would need to hold a Level 2 fitness qualification and a Level 3 Personal training qualification Our Diploma in Gym Instructing and Personal Training contains both qualifications taking you from gym enthusiast to Personal Trainer.

5: What is a Level 3 Fitness diploma?

The Level 3 Diploma is a combination course that includes our two most popular qualifications the Level 2 Gym Instructor and Level 3 Personal Training qualification. This will give you the skills and knowledge to become a successful Level 3 Fitness professional.

6: How recognised is my course?

Your qualification is nationally and internationally recognised awarded by Focus Awards and recognised by both REPs and CIMSPA. This qualification will give you the national recognition to work in any fitness centre, gym or sports facility,

7: Are your qualifications internationally recognised?

The qualification is REPs recognised meaning that it can be transferred into another REPs organisation throughout the globe, some will require a small fee to transfer to another country, others you may need to sit a small test, however most will just transfer the qualification.

8: What are my payment options?

Diverse Trainers have multiple payment options for our qualifications, we have a discounted one-off payment which will secure the best price for you. Alternatively, we have monthly payment options available to spread the cost of the qualification. Payment plans can be arranged with one of our course advisers.

9: Do you run personal trainer courses near me?

We offer a range of face to face locations for our courses which can be found when selecting a course venue for the course, with specific planned training dates. Diverse Trainers also offer online qualifications which can be completed anywhere in the UK.

Advanced Level 3 Gym Instructing and Personal Training

Online

Custom Fit

Course Overview