Level 3 Personal Training Course. Study online. The course runs over 12 weeks and fits around your other commitments. It may be free if you're 16 to 18 years old. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply. You'll build the knowledge and practical understanding needed to work as a personal trainer, covering exercise programming, client assessment, and fitness principles. This level 3 personal training qualification is a recognised route into the fitness industry.
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 how to assess a client's fitness level and health history.
You'll develop exercise programming skills for a range of clients and goals.
You'll study the principles of anatomy and physiology as they apply to exercise.
You'll learn how to plan and deliver safe, effective personal training sessions.
You'll understand how to motivate clients and support behaviour change.
You'll explore nutrition principles relevant to fitness and performance.
How you will learn
The course is delivered online, so you study at your own pace. Assessment methods vary by unit and may include written assignments, practical tasks, and knowledge checks. Entry requirements are not fixed and vary depending on your background. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this is the right level for you. Contact University Centre Somerset directly for full details on how the course is assessed.
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. Work one-to-one with clients in gyms or independently.
Gym instructor. Support members on the gym floor day to day.
Fitness coach. Deliver group or individual coaching programmes.
Sports coach. Apply fitness principles in a sport-specific setting.
Corporate wellness trainer. Deliver fitness sessions in workplace settings.
Online fitness coach. Build a client base and deliver sessions remotely.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Strength and Conditioning. Deepens your knowledge for working with performance-focused clients.
Level 4 Award in Nutrition for Physical Activity. Adds specialist nutrition knowledge to your personal training practice.
Level 5 Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science. A higher-level route if you want to move into more specialist or research-based roles.
