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Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training (ACTIVE IQ)

Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training (ACTIVE IQ)

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This Level 3 qualification is the industry's leading personal training qualification. It is recognised by the UK Register of Exercise Professionals and is a prerequisite to the Level 4 HNC/HND and Degree qualifications that we offer. Students must have passed the Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing to study on this course.

  • Entry Requirements


    You must have achieved a minimum of 4 GCSE's at grade A* - C (9 - 4) or above including English or Maths. You should also have completed the Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing Course, or equivalent Level 2 Fitness Instructor qualification.

    You will provide a copy of your last school report and/or a reference from an employer or relevant professional other to include attendance. This is to ensure we can support to be able to achieve well on the course. Applicants with 85% or below attendance will have been deemed not to have met this criteria. All applicants are given an opportunity to discuss any evidence based mitigating circumstances that may have affected the reference/school report.

  • Course Content


    Nutrition for Physical Activity Anatomy and Physiology Programme Design and Instructing Gym Based Personal Training Planning and Instructing Outdoor Fitness Sessions Kettlebells and Circuits

    Course Folder & Manual - Active IQ course manual to support your learning. Integrated work experience within our College Arena Health Club, offering personal training to a range of clients with a wide variety of goals Free Arena Gym membership Employability opportunities with local companies and potential personal training clients Experienced, fun and engaging teaching staff

  • Progression Next Steps


    Successful completion of this course will enable learners to progress into employment as a qualified Level 3 Personal Trainer or onto the Level 4 HNC in Sport and Exercise Science course.

  • Additional Information


    Many of our learners have progressed directly into employment or become self-employed setting up their own business.