Level 3 Personal Training Course in Ilkeston. Classes run at Derby College Broomfield Hall Campus, full-time during the day. The course runs over 36 weeks and builds on your gym instruction knowledge. You'll deepen your understanding of anatomy and physiology, nutrition, and lifestyle factors that affect wellbeing. You'll also develop communication and motivational skills, learn to plan and deliver sessions with a range of clients, and gain an understanding of the legal and business side of personal training. To enrol, you'll need a Level 2 Diploma in Gym Instruction and GCSE English or Maths at grade 4 or higher.
Who this course is for
This qualification will further develop learners who have existing knowledge and skills in gym instruction to enable them to pursue a career in personal training.During the qualification, students will further their knowledge of anatomy and physiology, nutrition and lifestyle factors that affect wellbeing. They will develop their communication skills and motivational practice to support change, planning and conducting physical activity sessions with different types of clients in a variety of environments with a range of resources.They will also gain an understanding of the legal and professional requirements for personal training, plus how to set up and manage a personal training business on a self-employed basis if they so wish.Applicants must have completed a Level 2 Diploma in Gym Instruction and be able to evidence this prior to enrolment.
Entry requirements
All applicants must have completed a Level 2 Diploma in Gym Instruction (or similar qualification) and should be able to evidence this achievement prior to starting the course.Students must also have achieved GCSE English or Maths at grade 4 or higher.Candidates must show a positive approach to delivering exercise classes and physical activity sessions, while also being highly motivated to take part in physical activity sessions and training.Links to gyms or leisure centres are recommended in or
What you will learn
You'll develop your knowledge of anatomy and physiology as it applies to personal training.
You'll study nutrition and the lifestyle factors that affect client wellbeing.
You'll build communication and motivational skills to support clients through change.
You'll plan and deliver physical activity sessions for different types of clients in varied environments.
You'll learn the legal and professional requirements for working as a personal trainer.
You'll gain an understanding of how to set up and manage a personal training business on a self-employed basis.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Derby College Broomfield Hall Campus, combined with practical activity sessions. The course requires you to plan and conduct physical activity sessions with real clients, so links to a gym or leisure centre for work experience placements are recommended. An interview is required before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Derby College Broomfield Hall Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start. You should also arrange links to a gym or leisure centre to support your work experience placements.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Personal Trainer. Work one-to-one with clients in gyms or outdoors.
Self-Employed Personal Trainer. Run your own personal training business.
Gym Instructor. Deliver group and floor-based sessions in a fitness facility.
Fitness Coach. Support clients with structured training programmes.
Sports and Leisure Assistant. Work across fitness and activity services.
Health and Wellbeing Coach. Support clients with lifestyle and activity goals.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Personal Training. Deepens your knowledge and can support higher-level client work.
Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Personal Training. A natural next step if you want to specialise in areas such as nutrition or strength and conditioning.
Degree in Sport Science or Exercise Physiology. For those looking to move into research, rehabilitation, or sports performance roles.
