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Level 3 Personal Training Course in Middlesbrough

CostContact the provider
Duration1 week
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Nov 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyACTIVEIQ awarding body

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About this course

Level 3 Personal Training Course in Middlesbrough. Classes run at Middlesbrough College, part-time during the day. Tuition may be free if you are 16 to 18 years old on 31 August before the course starts. If you are 19 or over, fees may apply depending on your circumstances.

The course builds on Level 2 fitness or gym instructing. You'll study applied anatomy and physiology, nutrition principles, and how lifestyle and medical conditions affect health and fitness. This personal training qualification takes around one week of study. You'll finish with a Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training.

Who this course is for

This course is the AIQ Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training, this course is a natural progression from the Level 2 and has everything you need to be qualified in a responsible qualification to working within the fitness industry as a Personal Training. The main aspects you will cover are: Applied anatomy and physiology for exercise, health and fitness Principles of nutrition and their application to exercise and health Understanding lifestyle, health, well-being and common medical conditions Encouraging positive behaviours Programme design and delivery for personal trainers Professionalism and business acumen for personal trainers

Entry requirements

To gain access to this course you must have the Level 2 fitness or gym instructing qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll study applied anatomy and physiology for exercise and health.
  • You'll learn the principles of nutrition and how to apply them to fitness goals.
  • You'll understand how lifestyle choices affect health and well-being.
  • You'll explore common medical conditions and their relevance to exercise.
  • You'll develop skills to design and deliver personal training programmes.
  • You'll learn how to conduct client consultations and fitness assessments.

How you will learn

You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Middlesbrough College during the day. Learning is delivered through taught sessions covering anatomy, nutrition, and client programming. Assessment is likely to include written assignments and practical demonstrations. Middlesbrough College will confirm the full assessment details when you enrol.

What you will need to bring

Middlesbrough College will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Personal trainer, designs and delivers one-to-one fitness programmes for clients.
  • Fitness instructor, leads group exercise classes and supports gym members.
  • Gym instructor, guides clients on safe and effective use of gym equipment.
  • Health and wellness coach, supports clients with lifestyle and fitness goals.
  • Leisure centre fitness adviser, works with members across a range of activities.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Certificate in Personal Training, deepens specialist knowledge for advanced client work.
  • Level 4 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy, adds a complementary hands-on skill for fitness professionals.
  • Higher National Certificate (Level 4) in Sport, a step toward higher education in sport and exercise science.
  • A degree in Sport and Exercise Science (Level 6), for those aiming toward research, coaching, or clinical exercise roles.
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