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Free Level 3 Personal Trainer Course in Portsmouth

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start3 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Personal Trainer Course in Portsmouth. Classes run at Pompey in the Community, full-time during the day.

The course is for learners aged 16 and over who already hold a Level 2 Fitness or Gym Instructing qualification. You'll study anatomy and physiology, client assessment, programme design, and nutrition principles. The course is mapped to CIMSPA Personal Trainer professional standards and takes one year to complete.

You'll finish with an NCFE Diploma in Personal Training at Level 3.

Who this course is for

The NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training is intended for learners aged 16 and over, who are ready to make a positive contribution to the workplace and to the health and wellbeing of a broad range of clients with different needs, in different types of environments. The qualification is mapped to the CIMSPA (Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity) Personal Trainer professional standards.

Entry requirements

Learners must have achieved a Level 2 Fitness or Gym Instructing qualification before enrolling onto this qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and how the body responds to exercise.
  • You'll learn how to assess clients and identify their individual needs.
  • You'll design safe and effective personal training programmes for a range of clients.
  • You'll understand nutrition principles and how diet supports fitness goals.
  • You'll practise coaching techniques and communication skills with clients.
  • You'll learn how to work professionally within gym and fitness environments.
  • You'll gain the practical skills needed to work as a gym instructor and personal trainer.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical, hands-on training. Assessment includes written assignments, practical observations, and knowledge tests. Active participation is essential throughout the course, and a degree of physical fitness is required. You'll be assessed on both your theoretical understanding and your ability to apply skills in real fitness settings.

What you will need to bring

Sports kit is required, depending on your education site. Pompey in the Community will confirm exactly what you need before you start. A bursary may be available to help with costs if you are eligible.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Personal trainer, designs and delivers one-to-one and group training programmes.
  • Gym instructor, supports members on the gym floor in a leisure or fitness centre.
  • Fitness coach, works with clients in private studios or corporate wellness settings.
  • Sports centre assistant, supports activities and classes at a leisure facility.
  • Health and wellbeing advisor, promotes physical activity in community or workplace settings.

What you could study next

  • A Level 4 Certificate in Personal Training, deepens specialist knowledge and may open higher-earning client work.
  • A Level 4 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy, adds a complementary skill set valued by fitness clients.
  • A foundation degree or bachelor's degree in Sport Science or Strength and Conditioning, for those wanting to move into coaching or sports performance roles at a higher level.
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