CYQ Certificate in Personal Training - Level 3

Sports, Leisure & Fitness

What does the course include?

If you are going to be 24 or older at the start of this course, you could be be entitled to an Advaned Learning Loan which will cover your tuition fees. Please click here for more information.

The aim of this 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.

You will cover anatomy and physiology, how to maintain health, safety and welfare in a variety of fitness environments, including the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults and how to programme safe and effective exercise for a range of clients, the health benefits of physical activity and the importance of healthy eating.

If you would like to find out more information about this course and speak to the course tutors, please come along to one of our Eltham Centre Open Evenings.

What do I need to get on this course?

You need a minimum Level 2 Fitness Instructor qualification or equivalent level 2 qualification that includes anatomy and physiology.

Where does it lead?

On successful completion of this qualification you could work as a Personal Trainer in Fitness Centers or start your own Personal Training business working as a self employed Personal Trainer with your own clients.