Free Level 3 BTEC Sport, Fitness and Personal Training Course in Wigston. Classes run at NWSLC Wigston Campus, full-time during the day, over two years. You'll need four GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, or a relevant Level 2 qualification, to be considered. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Sport, Fitness and Personal Training covers exercise science, fitness instruction, and the knowledge you need to work as a personal trainer. It's a well-regarded route into the sport and fitness industry.
Who this course is for
This programme is suitable for school leavers. If you are interested in persuing this course as an adult please get in contact with us.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements are 4 GCSE at Grade C/4 or above or a relevant Level 2 qualification.
What you will learn
You'll study the anatomy and physiology that underpins sport and exercise.
You'll learn how to plan 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 about health, safety, and professional practice in fitness settings.
How you will learn
The Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Foundation Diploma is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed examinations. Assignments are set and marked by the centre. External assessments are set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. You'll build a portfolio of work across the two years alongside sitting formal exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. NWSLC Wigston 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 programmes for clients.
Gym Instructor: lead group sessions and support members on the gym floor.
Fitness Coach: work with sports teams or individual athletes on conditioning.
Sports Development Officer: promote participation in sport at community level.
Leisure Centre Assistant: support day-to-day operations at a leisure facility.
Exercise Referral Instructor: work with clients referred by health professionals.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Personal Training: a work-based qualification that strengthens your practical credentials as a personal trainer.
HNC or HND in Sport and Exercise Science: a higher-level course for those wanting to go deeper into the science behind sport and fitness.
Degree in Sport Science or Physical Education: university study for those aiming at coaching, research, or teaching roles in sport.
