Free Level 3 Personal Trainer Course in Liverpool. Classes run at Hugh Baird College Bootle, full-time during the day. The course runs for 35 weeks and covers personal training, outdoor exercise, and sports conditioning. You'll develop the skills to plan and deliver fitness programmes for a range of clients. This level 3 personal trainer qualification is the recognised standard for working as a personal trainer in the UK.
Who this course is for
https://hughbaird.ac.uk/our-courses/sta:College
Entry requirements
https://www.hughbaird.ac.uk/entry-requirements
What you will learn
You'll learn how to design and deliver one-to-one personal training programmes.
You'll study anatomy, physiology, and how the body responds to exercise.
You'll develop skills in outdoor exercise coaching and session planning.
You'll learn how to assess clients' fitness levels and set realistic goals.
You'll study sports conditioning methods used to improve athletic performance.
You'll learn how to adapt programmes for different fitness levels and needs.
You'll develop knowledge of nutrition and its role in health and fitness.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical fitness training, and client-facing assessments. Assessment includes practical observations, written assignments, and knowledge tests. You'll be assessed on your ability to plan, deliver, and evaluate training sessions. Some assessment takes place in real exercise environments as part of the outdoor exercise and sports conditioning units.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hugh Baird College Bootle will confirm anything else you need before you start. You should expect to wear appropriate sportswear and trainers for practical sessions.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Personal trainer. Work one-to-one with clients in gyms or outdoors.
Gym instructor. Lead group and floor-based fitness sessions.
Outdoor fitness instructor. Deliver boot camps and outdoor training.
Sports conditioning coach. Support athletes with performance training.
Corporate fitness trainer. Deliver workplace health and fitness programmes.
Fitness class instructor. Lead group exercise sessions in leisure centres.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Strength and Conditioning. Develops advanced coaching skills for working with athletes and performance clients.
Level 4 Diploma in Personal Training. Deepens expertise in specialist areas such as nutrition, rehabilitation, and advanced programming.
Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Sport. A higher-level route into sports science, coaching, or management roles.
Specialist CPD courses in areas such as pre- and post-natal fitness, GP referral, or sports massage can broaden the services you offer clients.
