Curriculum
The Level 3 Diploma in Gym Instructing and Personal Training will provide learners with the knowledge, understanding and practical skills needed to work as a Gym Instructor and Personal Trainer in a variety of settings.
Learners are required to successfully complete 12 mandatory units:
- Anatomy and physiology for exercise
- Maximising the customer experience in a gym environment
- Supporting client health and well-being
- Conducting client consultations and gym inductions
- Planning and reviewing gym-based exercise programmes
- Instructing and supervising gym-based exercise programmes
- Applied anatomy and physiology for activity, health and fitness
- Client motivation and lifestyle management
- Programming personal training sessions
- Delivering personal training sessions
- Nutrition to support a physical activity programme
- Business acumen for personal trainers
Progression
Learners who achieve this qualification could progress into employment or self-employment as a Gym Instructor or Personal Trainer.
Entry Requirements
Students must achieve five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above in English, Maths and Science. Previous completion of GCSE PE or Level 2 Sport is advantageous.
Assessment
It is internally assessed with an externally quality assured portfolio of evidence.
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