Free Level 3 Personal Trainer Course in Gateshead. Classes run full-time during the day at Gateshead College Academy For Sport. This course is for people who are already a qualified fitness instructor. Over one year, you'll develop the skills and knowledge to work unsupervised as a personal trainer. That includes one-to-one training, baseline assessment, nutritional advice, and programming tailored to individual clients. A free personal trainer course for adults looking to move from fitness instruction into personal training.
Who this course is for
The course is aimed at individuals who are already a qualified fitness instructor.
The aim of this qualification is to develop the skills, knowledge and competence required in order 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.
Your study programme will give you the opportunity to continue your academic development, take part in valuable work experience and enhance your employability skills such as English and maths.
Entry requirements
please see fact sheet
What you will learn
You'll develop skills in designing and delivering one-to-one personal training sessions.
You'll learn how to carry out baseline fitness assessments with clients.
You'll study nutritional principles and how to apply them to individual client needs.
You'll learn how to create progressive training programmes specific to each client.
You'll build the knowledge to work unsupervised as a personal trainer.
You'll develop understanding of anatomy and physiology relevant to personal training.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Gateshead College Academy For Sport, combining theory and practical work. Assessment is built into the Diploma and covers your knowledge and competence across all areas of the qualification. You'll be assessed on your ability to apply skills in realistic training contexts, including client assessment, programme design, and nutritional guidance.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Gateshead College Academy For Sport will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Personal Trainer. Work one-to-one with clients in gyms or independently.
Gym Instructor. Lead sessions and support members on the gym floor.
Fitness Coach. Design and deliver training programmes for individuals or groups.
Sports Conditioner. Support athletes with strength and conditioning work.
Health and Wellbeing Coach. Work with clients on fitness and lifestyle goals.
Corporate Fitness Trainer. Deliver workplace health and fitness programmes.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Strength and Conditioning. Deepens your knowledge of performance training and opens doors to working with athletes.
Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Personal Training. Covers specialist areas such as nutrition, sports massage, or working with specific populations.
Level 5 or degree-level Sport and Exercise Science. For those wanting to move into sports science, research, or higher-level coaching roles.
