If you are looking for a qualification which enables you to work
at Personal Training level whilst gaining valuable work experience
this programme is a must. In order to study for the NVQ level 3 in
Personal Training you will need to have successfully completed the
level 2 in Instructing and Exercise and Fitness NVQ and ideally
have some experience in the gym.
You will learn how to prepare, deliver
and evaluate exercise programmes for a wide variety of clients
based on their own unique requirements, as well as offer nutrition
and weight management advice to complement their regime. You will
learn more detail around different training techniques and anatomy
to a level 3 standard along with the skill and techniques to give
your client support and motivation when it is needed.
This programme is a
nationally recognised vocational standard in fitness instructing
recognised by employers nationwide and gives you the skills and
qualifications you need for your future career progression as a
Personal Trainer. Upon successful completion you will also be
able to achieve REPs level 3 and you will gain a better
understanding of how to manage, evaluate and improve your own
performance in delivering physical activity.
Framework Structure
Learners will need to achieve all seven NVQ mandatory
units:
- A335 Reflect on and develop own practice in providing exercise
and physical activity
- C22 Promote health, safety and welfare in active leisure and
recreation
- C317 Motivate clients to maintain long term adherence to exercise
and physical activity
- D459 Evaluate exercise and physical activity programmes
- D460 Design, manage and adapt a personal training programme with
clients
- D461 Deliver exercise and physical activity as part of a personal
training programme
- D462 Apply the principles of nutrition to support client goals as
part of an exercise and physical activity programme
Funded learners will also complete the
following:
- Key Skill Application of Number Level 2
- Key Skill Communication Level 2
- Certificate in Personal Training (includes Nutrition)
- Award in Employment Awareness in Active Leisure and Learning
Level 3
- Personal Learning and Thinking Skills
Programme Length
Apprenticeships typically take between 6-18 months to
complete.
Candidates must have achieved the Certificate in Fitness
Instructing before moving onto this qualification.
It may be necessary for candidates to do some off site training
for this qualification.
Other Information
Qualification and programmes can be subject to change at any
time.
