Exercise & Fitness Personal Trainer NVQ Level 3

This full time qualification is for advanced instructors whose primary purpose is to develop and complement programmes, which bring about improvements in client's physical fitness and general health. It is aimed at advanced instructors who are capable of planning, delivering and evaluating physical activity programmes independently and without direct supervision
Entry RequirementsThis NVQ is open to candidates 18 years and above (there is no upper limit), of either gender and there are no entry barriers in grounds of race, creed or any academic attainment of learning. However potential learners under the age of 18, are required to have achieved three GCSEs at grade B or above.
All applicants must have;
Level 2 Exercise & Fitness in the context of gym or studio, or ability to demonstrate level 2 Anatomy/Physiology
All places are conditional subject to vocational interview.
Course Content
A range of study methods are used ranging from lectures, visits, tutorials, seminars, practicals and written research projects.
You are also required to attend work placement for a total of 4 hours per week. A variety of practical assessments will take place to identify competency within a number of areas.

Programme Content
Mandatory Units;·Collect and analyse information to plan a progressive physical activity
·Plan, review and adapt a progressive physical activity programme
·Provide motivation and support to clients
·Apply the principles of nutrition and weight management
·A318 Manage, evaluate and improve own learning

Additional Units·Plan and deliver personal training
·Plan, market and sell services

How will I be assessed?
Assessment will take place via the following methods;·Written tests and projects
·Anatomy & Physiology assessment
·Portfolio of evidence
·Practical summative assessments will take place within the work placement setting

What can I do next?
Foundation degree in Fitness and Community Health
Additional costs
Tuition and exam fee - Please enquire
Additional costs may be incurred.
Blue tracksuit, plain white t-shirt and trainers.
Trips
Equipment as required by course requirements and identified in course list