Become fully qualified to work in a gym, fitness centre, run your own fitness classes, or even start your own business!
Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training
QCF417£899.00
or £28.95 /month*
Course code: QCF417
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Course overview
- Develop the knowledge to train your own clients and give nutritional advice.
- Attend a 2-day practical assessment/exams at a gym in Birmingham.
- Gain a CIMSPA recognised qualification
As well as providing an excellent knowledge base in personal training, this Active IQ Level 3 Diploma is ideal for students who want to progress their current career, achieve a nationally recognised CIMSPA qualification in personal training and go onto further vocational training and placement opportunities.
Course content
- Structure and function of the cardiovascular system in relation to health and fitness.
- Structure and function of the skeletal system structure in relation to health and fitness.
- Structure and function of the myofascial system in relation to health and fitness.
- Structure and function of the nervous system in relation to health and fitness.
- Structure and function of endocrine system in relation to health and fitness.
- The role of the energy systems in relation to physical activity, exercise, and training.
- Structure and function of the digestive system in relation to health and fitness.
- How to access credible information about nutrition for health and exercise.
- Common nutritional terms related to health and exercise.
- The nutrients needed to maintain health.
- How nutrients from food are used to fuel and recover from physical activity.
- How to estimate daily energy and nutrient requirements for clients with different goals.
- The risks of poor nutritional and lifestyle practices.
- Nutritional considerations for specific client groups.
- Analysing client’s dietary habits and identify areas for improvement.
- Lifestyle factors that affect a client’s health and wellbeing.
- Commonly medical conditions and how they may impact a client’s lifestyle. Inc Hypertension, Obesity, Cardiorespiratory disease, Diabetes and Stress.
- How to risk-stratify and when to refer clients with common medical conditions.
- The importance of communication skills to effectively communicate and engage with clients.
- Techniques used to effectively communicate and engage with clients.
- Techniques used to support clients making lifestyle behaviour changes.
- Communication style
- How to create a positive environment that motivates and empowers clients, to meet their desired goals.
- How to collect and interpret health screening and fitness assessment data.
- Technological advancements that can help clients increase their activity levels and stay motivated and focused.
- How to monitor and interpret client data from a range of current information technology (IT) applications.
- Facilitating goal setting and action planning.
- Principles of safe and effective personal training programme design.
- Principles of periodisation and how they can be used effectively to meet client’s goal and needs.
- Integrating the use of alternative environments safely and effectively into personal training sessions.
- Considerations for planning and delivering group personal training sessions.
- The scope and professional boundaries of personal training pre- and post-natal women.
- The scope and professional boundaries of personal training older adults.
- Designing safe and effective personal training programmes and session plans.
- Instructing safe and effective exercise technique.
- Monitoring and motivating clients during exercise sessions.
- Reviewing a client’s progress and satisfaction
- The legal and professional requirements for personal training.
- Health and safety in the workplace.
- The requirements of a self-employed individual.
- The legal and professional requirements for the management of personal information and records.
- Marketing techniques and tactics.
- How to close a sale.
- How to set budgets and manage finances in a personal training business.
- How to monitor and interpret business data from a range of current information technology (IT) applications.
- How information technology (IT) applications are used to support effective business planning and delivery.
- The professional and personal importance of continuing professional development (CPD).
- Strategies to develop a successful personal training business.
Awarding body
Active IQ are one of the UK’s leading awarding organisations for the active leisure, learning and wellbeing sector and are recognised and regulated by Ofqual, Qualifications Wales and CCEA. They design qualifications that support clearly defined career pathways for the active leisure sector.
Your qualification is accredited by Active IQ, one of the UK’s leading Ofqual approved awarding bodies in the health, fitness and active leisure sector.
Extra information
This course involves approximately 430 hours of study time and you will have up to 1 year to complete your course. You can complete it in as little time as you need.
The only time limit would be your assessment day, as you will have needed to complete your theory before you are able to book on to this.
You will study this course online, which will enable you to learn when and where you want, as long as you have access to an internet connection you are able to study.
You will receive access to an online learning platform including a variety of visual, audio and text-based presentations. You will also have a personal tutor to support you through your course, so help is only a click away!
This course is assessed by a variety of methods, including a multiple-choice examination, practical assessment, video assessment and coursework.
Video assessment
You will complete two assessments via video submission on:
- Client interview consultation
- Training techniques
Multiple-choice examinations
Your multiple-choice exam will be completed online at home after you have completed all theory work (including video assessments) and prior to your practical assessment, therefore access to a PC will be required.
Paper 1
Applied Anatomy and Physiology for Exercise, Health and Fitness Level 3 F/615/4012
There are 40 questions within this paper. To achieve a pass you will need to score 28 out of 40 marks.
Paper 2
The Principles of Nutrition and their Application to Exercise and Health Level 3 J/615/4013
There are 40 questions within this paper. To achieve a pass you will need to score 28 out of 40 marks.
Practical day
Once you have passed all theory units and assessments, you will be able to book on for your practical assessment. The practical sessions are run throughout the year and will take place at a venue in Birmingham. You must make sure you are able to travel to Birmingham in order to attend your practical assessment. Available dates will be subject to a waiting list.
On your assessment day, you will be assessed on:
- 1-2-1 programme delivery
Once you have passed your theory and practical elements to your course, you will receive your Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training qualification. This is fully recognised by CIMSPA.
This qualification enables you to become a fully qualified Personal Trainer.
Once you have enrolled, a member of our team will reach out to request your Unique Learner Number (ULN) in order to register you with the awarding body. The ULN is a 10-digit number that is already assigned to you and links to your personal learner record. You can find it on any previous certificates or results slips.
FAQs
To enrol on this Level 3 qualification, you must have passed a Level 2 QCF registered gym fitness instruction course.
Students must be 16 or over to enrol on this course and a degree of physical fitness is necessary to complete the practical assessments. It is also recommended that you have some experience of gym-based exercise, including free weights, and basic level communication skills. We have one available here.
You may start at any time and have a full year to complete your studies. It is truly flexible and is designed to be adaptable around your lifestyle and other commitments.
Once you have passed your theory, you may book to confirm your attendance. Simply email your tutor who will advise you on assessment dates.
Alternatively, call us whenever you’re ready and we’ll provide you with the details for arranging this. The practical sessions are run on a student demand basis, with 8 students taking the practical sessions at a time.
- Online learning platform
- Dedicated personal tutor support
- Dedicated learner services
- Accreditation
- Assignment marking and feedback
- FREE CV critique service
- FREE employability guide to help you impress future employers
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That's not a problem. We want to make sure you're 100% confident about enrolling on the course and starting your study. So, just give our team of education specialists a call on 03300 563 100 and they'll do their best to help.
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