Level 3 Personal Trainer Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your existing commitments. The course runs over 32 weeks and covers the knowledge and practical skills you need to work as a personal trainer. You'll study anatomy and physiology, fitness assessment, programme design, and how to support clients safely and effectively. Entry requirements vary, so contact University Centre Somerset directly for details before you apply. This level 3 personal trainer qualification is awarded by NCFE.
Who this course is for
UCS College Group offers a wide range of courses across its four colleges and also offsite.
Courses cover many areas and can be used for different purposes
such as furthering personal development and career opportunities.
They can also be for recreational purposes. For individual
course details please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected]
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected] for details.
What you will learn
You'll learn the anatomy and physiology relevant to exercise and movement.
You'll develop skills in conducting fitness assessments with clients.
You'll learn how to design personalised training programmes.
You'll understand how to motivate and support clients toward their goals.
You'll study nutrition principles and how they relate to fitness.
You'll learn how to work safely and manage risk during training sessions.
You'll understand the business and professional responsibilities of working as a personal trainer.
How you will learn
The course is delivered online, so you study at times that suit you. Assessment methods for this qualification include written assignments, practical assessments, and knowledge-based tasks. Contact University Centre Somerset for full details on how assessments are structured for this online delivery.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. University Centre Somerset will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Personal trainer. Self-employed or gym-based one-to-one coaching.
Gym instructor. Supporting members on the gym floor day to day.
Fitness coach. Group or individual coaching in a leisure facility.
Corporate wellness trainer. Delivering fitness programmes in workplace settings.
Online fitness coach. Running personal training sessions and plans remotely.
Sports conditioning coach. Supporting athletes with strength and fitness training.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Strength and Conditioning. Deepens your expertise for working with performance athletes or specialist clients.
Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Personal Training. Builds on your Level 3 personal trainer qualification with advanced programming and nutrition knowledge.
Level 5 Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science. A higher-level route for those looking to move into coaching, research, or sports science support roles.
