About this qualification

This qualification is designed to provide the knowledge, understanding and practical skills needed to work as a Personal Trainer in a variety of settings. This qualification supports progression into employment or self-employment as a Personal Trainer.

The qualification will enable learners to become qualified Personal Trainers, ready to make a positive contribution to the workplace and to the health and well-being of a broad range of clients with different needs, in different types of environment.

The qualification is mapped to the CIMSPA (Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity) Personal Trainer Professional Standard. This qualification has also been aligned to the Personal Trainer apprenticeship standard and could be used to support delivery of the apprenticeship.

Who is it suitable for?

This qualification is available for learners aged 16 and above.

What are the entry requirements?

Learners must have achieved a suitable Level 2 Fitness or Gym Instructing qualification before enrolling onto this qualification.

Entry is at the discretion of the centre. However, learners should be aged 16 or above to undertake this qualification.

How is this qualification structured?

To be awarded this qualification, learners are required to successfully complete 6 mandatory units.

How is it assessed?

Internally assessed and externally quality assured portfolio of evidence.

Is employment or completion of work/industry placement required for this qualification?

This qualification is aimed at learners that are not currently in the role and those that may go on to be employed, or self-employed, as a Personal Trainer.

What related qualifications can you progress to?

Learners may wish to progress to other qualifications in the sport industry.

Career opportunities

Learners may progress directly into work as a personal trainer.

Funding for our qualifications

This qualification may be eligible for funding. For further guidance on funding, please contact your local funding provider.

Which type of job roles can you apply for on completion?

Learners who achieve this qualification could progress into employment or self-employment as a Personal Trainer. Other potential roles at this level could include:

• gym instructor
• lifeguard
• membership sales consultant
• leisure industry sales assistant
• sports coach
• nutritionist
• gym manager/owner

Learners will also be able to gain access to practitioner membership of CIMSPA (Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity).

Useful links

Mandatory policies and fees | NCFE

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