Level 3 Personal Trainer Course in Sheffield. Classes run at Envisage English Institute of Sport on weekends, so you can retrain without giving up your working week. The course runs over 9 days and covers the skills and knowledge needed to deliver one-to-one training, client assessments, nutritional advice, and progressive programming. To join, you must hold a Level 2 Fitness Instructing (Gym Based Exercise) qualification or equivalent, gained within the past 3 to 5 years. Advanced Learner Loans are available to help cover the cost.
Who this course is for
The Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training gives you the skills and knowledge you need to provide one-to-one training, assessments, nutritional advice and progressive programming to a range of individual clients.
Entry requirements
You must hold a Level 2 Certification in Fitness Instructing (Gym Based Exercise) or equivalent and must have gained that qualification in the past 3-5 years. If you completed it outside of that time frame you will be required to take an additional assessment to ensure your knowledge is up to date.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to plan and deliver one-to-one personal training programmes for clients with different goals.
You'll develop skills in conducting client assessments, including fitness testing and goal setting.
You'll learn how to provide basic nutritional advice to support client progress.
You'll build knowledge of anatomy and physiology as it applies to exercise and training.
You'll learn how to adapt programmes for clients with varying needs and fitness levels.
You'll develop the practical skills to work as a personal trainer in gym and fitness settings.
How you will learn
Training is classroom based and delivered over weekends at the centre in Sheffield. You'll learn through a mix of practical sessions and theory. Assessment includes practical observations, where you'll demonstrate your ability to deliver personal training sessions, and knowledge-based assessments to test your understanding of training principles, anatomy, and nutrition. The centre will confirm the full assessment schedule when you book.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Envisage English Institute of 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 plans for individuals or small groups.
Self-employed PT. Build your own client base and set your own hours.
Corporate fitness trainer. Deliver workplace wellness and fitness programmes.
Sports conditioning coach. Support athletes with strength and conditioning work.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Strength and Conditioning. Deepen your knowledge of performance training and work with more advanced clients.
Level 4 Award in Nutrition for Physical Activity. Extend your nutritional advice beyond the scope of a Level 3 personal trainer qualification.
Level 4 Certificate in Exercise Referral. Qualify to work with clients referred by health professionals, opening up GP referral and clinical fitness roles.
