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Free Level 3 Personal Training and Instruction Course in Burton-on-Trent

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyYMCA awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Personal Training and Instruction Course in Burton-on-Trent. Classes run at Burton Town Centre Campus, part-time in the evenings, so you can fit your personal training and instruction qualification around work or other commitments. The course takes one year to complete. You'll build on an existing Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification, developing the knowledge and skills to work with clients in a gym or health club as an employed or self-employed personal trainer. The qualification is certified by CIMSPA and REPs.

Who this course is for

The aim of this qualification is to develop the knowledge and skills of learners so they can engage, facilitate, educate and support clients in a gym or health club environment.

This qualification is suitable for learners holding a Level 2 qualification in gym instruction or equivalent who wish to progress in a career as a professional personal trainer on an employed or self-employed basis.This qualification is certified by REPs and CIMSPA.

Entry requirements

Applicants will be expected to have a recognised level 2 subject specific vocational qualification. If not already achieved, be working towards completing a level 2 literacy qualification.(or) Several years' occupational experience within relevant disciplines will also be considered Applicants must also hold a CIMSPA recognised Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills to design and deliver personalised exercise programmes for clients.
  • You'll learn how to assess client fitness levels and set appropriate goals.
  • You'll study the principles of nutrition and how they support training outcomes.
  • You'll practise motivating and supporting clients to stay engaged with their fitness goals.
  • You'll learn how to work safely and professionally in a gym or health club environment.
  • You'll develop the business knowledge needed to work on a self-employed basis as a personal trainer.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Burton Town Centre Campus during evening classes. Assessment is based on the requirements of the qualification, which covers both knowledge and practical skills. The provider will confirm the specific assessment methods, which may include written assignments, practical observations, and portfolio work, before you start.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Burton Town Centre Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Personal Trainer: design and deliver one-to-one client programmes
  • Gym Instructor: lead sessions and support members on the gym floor
  • Fitness Coach: work with groups or individuals in leisure facilities
  • Self-employed Personal Trainer: run your own client base independently
  • Health Club Supervisor: progress into a supervisory role in a gym setting
  • Corporate Fitness Trainer: deliver workplace wellness and fitness programmes

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Certificate in Strength and Conditioning: deepen your expertise and work with performance-focused clients.
  • Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Personal Training: a natural next step if you want to specialise in areas such as nutrition, rehabilitation, or sports performance.
  • Level 5 qualifications in Sport and Exercise Science: for those considering a move into coaching, research, or management roles in the fitness industry.
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