YMCA Diploma in Personal Training (Practitioner) - Plus 2 Additionalities Level 3
Key Information
Subject Area
Sport, Fitness and Leisure
Level
3
Part Time Day
Location
Usk Campus
Fees
TBC
Start Date
03 September 2024
Tuesday and Thursday
Start Time
09:00
End Time
17:00
Duration
34 weeks
Entry Requirements
To take this course you’ll need to already have a valid Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing.
In a nutshell
This qualification is suitable for learners holding a Level 2 qualification in Gym Instruction or equivalent who wish to progress to a career as a professional Personal Trainer on an employed or self-employed basis.
This qualification is endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the management of sport and physical activity (CIMSPA).
This course is for you if...
- Anyone holding a valid Level 2 gym instructor qualification
- Those who want the knowledge to successfully pursue a career in the health and fitness industry
What will I be doing?
This course covers a variety of additional knowledge and skills to help you progress as a self-employed or employed personal trainer. The content reflects the competencies needed to become a safe and effective personal trainer.
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.
The course will cover:
- Applied anatomy and physiology
- Promote wellness through client motivation and interaction
- Bespoke exercise programme design
- Customised exercise programme instruction and communication techniques
- Nutrition to support physical activity
- Business acumen for personal training practice
Assessment will take place through a variety of methods, including:
Multiple choice theory paper, assessment workbook, personal training showcase portfolio (5 elements) and completing a learner log.
In addition to the YMCA Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training (Practitioner) you will also gain two additional qualifications:
- YMCA Level 2 Award in Instructing Kettlebell Training
- YMCA Level 2 Award in Group Exercise Instructing (Fitness Walking)
What comes next?
Once completed, you can use this qualification as a platform to move on to other courses in the health and fitness or active leisure sectors.
Learners may choose further same-level qualifications, for example:
- Level 3 Diploma in Exercise Referral
- Level 3 Diploma in Increasing Participation in Sport and Active Leisure in Community Settings
- Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy
- Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Pilates
- Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Yoga
- Level 3 special populations-related qualifications.
- Apprenticeship in Personal Training
Learners may also choose to progress to higher lever qualifications, for example:
- Level 4 Award in Internal Quality Assurance
- Level 4 Award in Understanding Internal Quality Assurance
- Level 4 Certificate in Delivering Physical Activity for Individuals with Mental Health Conditions
- Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance
- Level 4 Certificate in Programming Physical Activity for Individuals with Low Back Pain
- Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy
- Level 4 Certificate in Weight Management for Individuals with Obesity, Diabetes Mellitus and/or Metabolic Syndrome
- Level 4 Sports and Conditioning qualifications
Have any questions or are not sure if this is the right course for you?
Contact our Student Recruitment team