Study Options
Full-time
Part-time
Blended Part-time
DVD-ROM (with workshops)
This course is a stepping stone for fitness instructors with a background in gym instruction: a chance to gain new skills and pursue a rewarding career in one-to-one personal training.
Students learn to assess a client’s health and fitness, develop personal training programmes and affect behavioural change through appropriate instruction.
Qualifications and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Points
- Certificate in Advanced Personal Training (full-time, part-time and blended part-time only)
- Certificate in Personal Training (DVD-ROM only)
- Active IQ Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training
- Register of Exercise Professionals (REPS) Level 3 Personal Trainer
- 20 REPs CPD points
Course Information
DVD ROM Format
DVD 1: Anatomy and Physiology
- Skeletal system
- Neuromuscular system
- Neuroendocrine system
- Cardiorespiratory system
- Energy systems
DVD 2: Communication and Business Skills
- Introduction to personal training
- Effective communication
- Developing motivational strategies
- Developing professional relationships
- Consultation & business skills
DVD 3: Health and Fitness Appraisal
- Lifestyle analysis
- Stress management
- Blood pressure testing
- Body composition
- Lung function
- Special considerations: obesity, diabetes, asthma, smoking and alcohol
DVD 4: Programme Design
- Aerobic exercise
- Muscular endurance and hypertrophy
- Strength and power
- Strength training for females
- Core training, periodisation & exercise techniques
DVD 5: Nutritional Advice for Physical Activity
- Introduction to nutrition
- Nutrition for exercise
- Digestion & weight management
- Food ethics: food labelling and additives
Entry Requirements
The Certificate in Advanced Personal Training is a superior course for established health & fitness professionals – so students will need a Certificate in Gym Instruction or suitable Level 2 qualification. Students must be at least 16 years old with a reasonable level of fitness as well as reading, writing and numeracy skills.
Note: If you do not already have a HSE approved Emergency First Aid certificate you will be required to attain one within 6 months of gaining your qualification.
Length and Format of Course
DVD-ROM: as with any distance learning course, students work at their own pace - but the course typically lasts around 12 weeks, with weekend workshops.
The Certificate in Advanced Personal Training is available in a full-time and part-time format. The Certificate in Personal Training is only available through DVD-ROM learning. To read more about this click here or select Page 1 below.
Assessment
Continuous assessment with tutor feedback
Next Steps
This qualification presents career opportunities in personal training on a salaried or self-employed basis. Further qualifications such as Premier’s Level 4 qualification; Premier Masters Pathway or the Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy.
Testimonials
I am a Mum of two, and since my children were born I've been working part time "manning" a gym.
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I was very impressed with the course and found the DVDs extremely useful as I was able to view over and over again at my leisure.
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I loved the course! The teaching was excellent and I felt there was a real passion for the subject.
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Course Price
If choosing a course with a start date of 28 days or more from the day you enroll you will have the choice to pay 10% of the course price shown below. This will be calculated when you add the course to your basket.
For payment and finance options please contact the Customer Service Team
on 0845 1 90 90 90 or click here for advice on meeting your training costs.
| Certificate in Advanced Personal Training (all venues except London) |
Full Time |
£2795.00 |
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| Certificate in Advanced Personal Training (London venue only) |
Full Time |
£2945.00 |
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| Certificate in Advanced Personal Training (London venue only) |
Part Time |
£2945.00 |
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| Certificate in Advanced Personal Training (BLENDED part-time) |
Part Time |
£2399.00 |
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| Certificate in Personal Training (Home Study) |
CD/DVD ROM |
£1429.00 |
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