Free PT Advanced Diploma Package Guide
Personal Trainer Advanced Diploma Package
The Specialist Advanced Diploma Route
If you’re starting out on your Personal Training career then our Personal Trainer Advanced Diploma course package leads to all the accredited qualifications you need to be a Personal Trainer.
You will gain the Level 2 Diploma in Instructing Exercise and Fitness and your Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training. These qualifications are fully recognised by CIMSPA providing the industry endorsed training you need to accelerate your new Personal Trainer career and start working with your very own clients.
What’s more our all-inclusive course package saves you 20% on our individual course fees which means you can start your career in personal training for a great value price.
Key Course Features
Level 2 Diploma in Instructing Exercise and Fitness
Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training
Gain 20 CIMSPA CPD’s and join as a CIMSPA affiliate
Gain 40 REPS CPD’s and join at REPs level 2
Industry accredited & certified personal trainer qualifications
Qualify from 6 months
Fully flexible study format
Great value package price – saving 20% on standard course fees
Why Choose our Personal Trainer Diploma Package?
If you’re starting out on your journey to become a Personal Trainer and are keen to qualify at a higher level then our industry endorsed nationally accredited Advanced Diploma Personal Trainer course package will give you the edge.
You will achieve your Level 2 Diploma in Instructing Exercise and Fitness and then progress straight onto your Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training.
Once your course is booked we will simply arrange your enrolment and course welcome and you’re ready to start. When qualifying with us here at the Academy of Fitness Professionals there’s also the peace of mind that course materials, tutor support, workbooks, assessments and certification fees are all included as standard, with no hidden extras.
Is this course for me?
Once qualified you can join CIMSPA with Practitioner status and REPs at level 2 and level 3 ready to commence your Personal Trainer career. Here you will be working in a fitness setting or as a freelance Personal Trainer supporting your clients in achieving their fitness and lifestyle goals.
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Personal Trainer Advanced Diploma Package – Course Overview
Industry Accredited Learning
Become a CIMSPA and REPs industry recognised level 2 Fitness Instructor & level 3 Personal Trainer
Industry Endorsed Credits
Gain 20 CIMSPA & 40 REPs continuing professional development credits (CPD’s)
Blended Learning
Theory based modules followed by practical workshops ensure you’re ready to practice as a Personal Trainer. Qualify from 6 months.
Flexible Payment Options
Save 20% on fees when you pay in full or spread the cost over 3 or 6 months.
Personal Trainer Advanced Diploma Package - Course Fees
This combined personal training advanced diploma package provides the essential skills, knowledge and qualifications to start your PT career and establish yourself as a fully industry endorsed Personal Trainer.
Personal Trainer Advanced Diploma Package - Course Structure
Level 2 Instructing Exercise and Fitness Diploma
Module
1
Topic
Anatomy and physiology for exercise
Content
Understand the key anatomy and physiology that underpins becoming a successful Fitness Instructor and how this applies to exercise programming for your clients and gym members.
Module
2
Topic
Work with clients to help them to adhere to exercise and physical activity
Content
Learn how to apply customer service and motivational techniques to support a wide range of clients with exercise adherence and accomplishing their fitness goals.
Module
3
Topic
Reflect on and develop own practice in providing exercise and physical activity
Content
Learn the art of reflective practice and how this two way process can help you advance your career as a recognised Fitness Professional.
Module
4
Topic
Principles of exercise, fitness and health
Content
Build your knowledge of programming safe, effective exercise for different client groups, the health benefits of physical activity and the importance of healthy nutrition.
Module
5
Topic
Promote health, safety and welfare in active leisure and recreation
Content
Gain the knowledge and understanding of how to both advocate and promote health, safety and welfare in a fitness setting, so key to the day to day Fitness Instructor job role.
Module
6
Topic
Plan and prepare gym-based exercise
Content
Learn exercise related techniques enabling you to plan and prepare a gym based exercise programmes for healthy adults, both individual and groups.
Module
7
Topic
Instruct and supervise gym-based exercise
Content
Develop your gym based skills and talents with exercise instruction and supervision ready for Fitness Instructing in the workplace.
Level 3 Personal Trainer Diploma – Course Structure
Module
1
Topic
Anatomy and physiology for exercise and health
Content
Get to grips with the pivotal knowledge of anatomy and physiology a Personal Trainer needs to acquire, understand and implement with their clients.
Module
2
Topic
Motivate clients to maintain long term adherence to exercise and physical activity
Content
Develop your client communication skills to deliver highly motivational training that supports long term exercise adherence and ongoing commitment to your personal training.
Module
3
Topic
Evaluate exercise and physical activity programmes
Content
Understand how to work with a wide range of clients evaluating their exercise and physical activity programmes delivering sustained personal training effectiveness tailored to client circumstances and results.
Module
4
Topic
Design, manage and adapt a personal training programme with clients
Content
Build your skills in exercise evaluation learning how to collect key client related information, conduct analysis, goal setting and review and provide effective ongoing management and review of their personal training programme.
Module
5
Topic
Deliver exercise and physical activity as part of a personal training programme
Content
Learn how to plan and prepare personal training sessions and teach individualised exercise sessions that maximise client results.
Module
6
Topic
Apply the principles of nutrition to support clients goals as part of an exercise and physical activity programme
Content
Develop your knowledge of nutritional principles and how to apply, monitor and adapt these to your personal training programmes.
Personal Trainer Advanced Diploma Package - FAQ's
The most common questions we’re asked about about our Personal Trainer Courses are listed here. If your question isn’t covered, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Why choose this Personal Trainer Advanced Diploma course?
If you’re looking to become a Master Personal Trainer then this is the perfect course for you. You will be able to study at your own pace and build your own portfolio of evidence to showcase your new skills:-
- Qualify as an industry recognised Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer
- Gain your Level 2 Fitness Instructor Diploma and Level 3 Personal Training Diploma certification
- Gain access to CIMSPA and REPs as an industry endorsed Personal Trainer
- Develop the need to know skills and talent to succeed in a personal training role
- Gain the industry accredited fitness qualifications you need to start your new career
- As you progress the course materials will help you develop your knowledge and confidence which you’ll be able to demonstrate in the portfolio assessment.
Which fitness qualification will I achieve?
On successful completion of this combined Personal Trainer Advanced Diploma course you will gain your Level 2 Diploma in Instructing Exercise and Fitness and the Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training. With these qualifications you will be able to join CIMSPA at Level 2 and Level 3, gain employment as a Personal Trainer or gain the relevant insurance to establish your very own personal training business.
How is the course assessed?
Our advanced personal training diploma course is assessed by a combination of theory modules, which you can study from home and practical workshops which take place in a gym or work based fitness setting. This combined assessment is designed for you to showcase your skills and Personal Trainer talents and ensures you’re ready to practice for real in the workplace.
Do I need any existing skills or sports abilities?
We do not require any specific fitness skills or sports abilities for you to complete this course. It is however helpful for you to have an interest in fitness and participating in exercise and feel that you will be competent coaching others within a gym-based setting.
What previous education is required?
As this course combines your Level 2 and Level 3 fitness qualifications we do not require any previous fitness qualifications.
How old do I need to be?
The minimum age for this fitness course is 16.
How long does it take to qualify as a Personal Trainer?
If you are keen to fast-track your study you can complete this course from 24 weeks or if you prefer you can study at your own pace with a maximum of two years to complete your study.
Is there an expiry date?
No. You will always have this nationally recognised NCFE fitness qualification to hand.
Gain your personal training advanced diploma
If your ultimate goal is to work as a Personal Trainer helping clients on a one to one and small group basis then this accredited advanced Personal Trainer qualification is ideal. You will qualify as an industry endorsed Personal Trainer and will be ready to assist clients seeking exercise coaching, weight loss, corrective exercise, fitness testing and much more. Here you will use your client consultation and assessment skills to prepare and instruct motivational personal training programmes that inspire clients to achieve their desired results. There is also the potential to work with specialist client groups including seniors, young adults and obesity all of which are expanding sectors.
Many of our Personal Trainer diploma graduates set up their businesses and work on a self-employed basis with their own base of clientele. Alternatively, another popular career route is to work as in a gym, leisure centre, hotel or sports niche setting in a Personal Trainer job role.