Full Time Certificate in Personal Training

Vocational qualification

In Milton Keynes

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Vocational qualification

  • Location

    Milton keynes

  • Start date

    September

This course is ideal for fitness/gym instructors who wish to work on a regular one-to-one basis with clients, working towards improving a client's well-being through the provision of a planned personalised programme. The Level 3 Personal Training qualification is recognised on the Register of Exercise Professionals at Level 3 and is highly respected. within the industry.

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Location

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Milton Keynes (Buckinghamshire)
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Sherwood Drive Bletchley, MK3 6DR

Start date

SeptemberEnrolment now open

About this course

This course is a progression from the Level 2 Fitness Instructor Award offered at the College. You must have successfully passed the Level 2 Fitness Instructor Award or hold at least one of the following Level 2 certificates (Gym Instruction, Circuits or Exercise to Music). It is also desirable that you have at least three month's experience of working in industry as a fitness/aerobic...

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Course programme

Certificate in Personal Training
Department: SPORTS SCIENCE & PUBLIC SERVICES
Subject area:
Sports, Exercise & Public Services

Course Code: 2401-1/1 Course Level: 3
Campus/Location: Bletchley Campus
Mode of study: FT Days of the week: MON-FRI
Start Date: Sep 13 2010 End Date: Jul 1 2011
Start Time: 9:00AM End Time: 5:00PM
Fees: This course is free if you are under 19. While we will not be able to confirm final fee rates until nearer your enrolment date, you may be eligible for a reduced fee rate if you are over 19.

Course Description:
This course is ideal for fitness/gym instructors who wish to work on a regular one-to-one basis with clients, working towards improving a client's well-being through the provision of a planned personalised programme. The Level 3 Personal Training qualification is recognised on the Register of Exercise Professionals at Level 3 and is highly respected
within the industry.

Course Content:
You will study the following modules:
· Client Lifestyle and Fitness Assessment
· Advanced Instructing - Gym, Nutrition and Weight Management
· Training in Different Environments
· Business and Marketing Skills for Fitness Professionals.
In addition, you will be able to work towards Key Skills, including communication, application of number and IT at Level 2 or 3. You may also have the opportunity to
gain your National Pool Lifeguard qualification or First Aid at Work qualification and one day First Aid Appointed Person Certificate, and take part in various day trips, including a day at the Leisure Industry Week Conference in September.

Assessment:
Continuous assessment throughout the course, assignments, practical performance and external exam.

Next Steps:
Self-employment as a personal trainer in a health and fitness role.

Entry Requirements:
This course is a progression from the Level 2 Fitness Instructor Award offered at the College. You must have successfully passed the Level 2 Fitness Instructor Award or hold at least one of the following Level 2 certificates (Gym Instruction, Circuits or Exercise to Music). It is also desirable that you have at least three month's experience of working in industry as a fitness/aerobic instructor. Applications are also welcomed from mature students. All applicants must attend an interview, complete an initial assessment test, attend a taster session and complete a workbook prior to being offered a place on the course. A successful reference from a previous educational/work establishment is also required.

Full Time Certificate in Personal Training

Price on request