Free BTEC Level 3 Sport, Fitness and Personal Training Course in Weybridge. Classes run at Brooklands Technical College - Weybridge Campus, full-time during the day. This level 3 BTEC sport, fitness and personal training course runs over 36 weeks. You'll cover exercise science, fitness programming, nutrition, and the skills needed to work as a personal trainer. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC sport, fitness and personal training qualification is well regarded by employers in the fitness industry and can open doors to further study. Funding is available for school leavers and adults.
Who this course is for
Funding is available for school leavers and adults
Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll study the anatomy and physiology that underpins sport and exercise.
You'll learn how to design and deliver fitness programmes for different clients.
You'll develop knowledge of nutrition and its role in health and performance.
You'll explore the principles of personal training and client assessment.
You'll study sports psychology and how it affects performance.
You'll learn how to support clients with lifestyle and behaviour change.
You'll develop professional skills for working in the fitness industry.
How you will learn
The BTEC Extended Diploma is assessed through a combination of coursework assignments and practical tasks. You'll complete assignments for each unit, demonstrating your knowledge and applied skills in a classroom and practical setting. There are no traditional written exams for most units. Some units may include externally set assessments set by Pearson Edexcel. Your tutor will give feedback on your work throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Brooklands Technical College - Weybridge Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Personal Trainer: design and deliver one-to-one fitness sessions for clients.
Gym Instructor: lead group classes and support members on the gym floor.
Sports Coach: coach individuals or teams in a specific sport.
Fitness Centre Supervisor: oversee day-to-day operations at a leisure facility.
Exercise Referral Specialist: support clients referred by health professionals.
Sports Development Officer: promote participation in sport and physical activity.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Personal Training: deepen your expertise and meet the requirements for CIMSPA chartered membership.
Foundation Degree or HND in Sport and Exercise Science: a higher education route into sports science, coaching, or health and fitness management.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you want to move into coaching or teaching fitness professionally.
