Personal Training Diploma

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• Price: £2,199 £1,899

• Written and delivered by subject-matter experts and experienced personal trainers, this Diploma will ensure you are armed with all the skills, knowledge, resources and expertise you need, from the basics of fitness instructing to advanced prescription and training, from nutritional advice to business planning, to work as a self-employed or in-house personal trainer. 

  Plus once you've signed up, you'll have instant access to our online learning portal including supportive information and materials, learning resources for anatomy and physiology and mock assessments. Soon after, you'll receive your workbooks and before you know it you'll be in the gym with your tutors mastering the art of personal training.

  Who is it for?

  • Those who are looking to start a career as a personal trainer
  • Post-university sports science or sports studies graduates who need a fitness qualification
  • Ex-forces personnel looking to transfer their skills into the world of personal training
  • Physiotherapists
  • Sports coaches or PE teachers wishing to add another string to their bow or change job role

  What are the benefits?

  • *A qualification that is officially recognised by the Qualifications and Credits Framework (QCF)
  • Anatomy and physiology online - so you can get started today!
  • Online support, webinars, interactive tasks and manuals available to dowwnload as soon as you sign up
  • Now includes 'Business Planning'
  • Latest information, research and education standards

  What will I learn?

  Level 2 Anatomy and Physiology

  The structure and function of the body (Anatomy and Physiology)

  How the structure and function of the body affect exercise programming

  Fitness Instructor

  Essential soft skills, people skills and teaching skills of a fitness instructor

  Conducting basic health screens and basic fitness tests

  Planning exercise programmes

  Warm ups and cool downs

  Cardiovascular training

  Resistance training using gym machines, free weights and body weight

  Basics of core stability

  Level 3 Anatomy and Physiology

  Advanced structures and functions of the body (Anatomy and Physiology)

  How the structure and function of the body affect advanced exercise programming

  Personal Trainer

  Essential soft skills, people skills and teaching skills of a personal trainer

  Behaviour change and consultation skills

  Conducting fitness assessments

  Planning advanced exercise programmes

  Adapting warm ups and cool downs for different clients

  Advanced cardiovascular training methods

  Advanced resistance training methods

  Advanced flexibility training method

  Core stability using unstable surfaces

  Nutrition for Physical Activity

  Nutritional components of a diet

  Food science

  Metabolism and energy balance

  Nutrition and health

  Psychology of eating

  Basic sports nutrition

  Using food diaries

  Business Planning

  Creating your business vision

  Carrying out market research

  Getting the right location

  Sales and marketing

  Legal obligations

  Finance

  Starting up

  Writing your business plan

  Level and pre-requisites

  This is a REPS Level 3 qualification.

  There are no pre-requisites

   

  Course duration and delivery

  You could expect to complete this qualification in 6 to 12 months

  • Level 2 Anatomy and Physiology - home study and online learning
  • Fitness Instructor  - practical and theory (five days in the classroom and gym) plus home/online study
  • Level 3 Anatomy and Physiology - home study and online learning
  • Personal Trainer - practical and theory (five days in the classroom and gym) plus home/online study
  • Nutrition for Physical Activity - home study, multiple choice exam and case study
  • Business Planning - case study assessment
  • Learner support - access to tutors via phone, email or paid additional 1:1 tutorials

  Why Lifetime?

  • A diploma that is officially recognised by the Qualifications and Credits Framework (QCF)
  • All tutors are of a high standard and have experience as personal trainers
  • Instant access to online learning to enhance your understanding
  • Includes business planning, marketing and customer interaction skills
  • Latest information, research and education standards
  • Supported by your tutor every step of the way
  • Quality, up to date workbooks and reference materials written by experts in the field
• • Anatomy and Physiology for Exercise Level 2 (distance)

    This is a distance learning module supported by workbooks and online materials which takes approximately 40 hours to complete. This is the foundation to all fitness courses and is included in ... Click to view module detail

    • This is a distance learning module supported by workbooks and online materials which takes approximately 40 hours to complete. This is the foundation to all fitness courses and is included in fitness instructor courses, personal trainer courses and exercise to music courses.

      On completion of your home study you will be required to book the 75 min multiple choice exam at one of our training venues.

      The Circulatory System

      This component covers the functioning of the heart, its role in supplying the body with oxygen and its structure.

      The Respiratory System

      This section looks at the structure and function of the lungs, as well as how oxygen is taken from the atmosphere into the working muscles and carbon dioxide is removed.

      The Skeletal System

      This section introduces you to the anatomical structure of the skeleton and its physiological relationship, to exercise and fitness. Bone structure and function is also discussed along with the major joints of the body and their range of movement.

      The Muscular System

      This section identifies the anatomical structure of the skeletal muscles and their physiological relationship to exercise and fitness. The major muscles, types of
      muscle (i.e. voluntary, involuntary) and their basic structures are introduced and discussed.

      The Energy Systems

      This section covers the physiological processes involved in the release of energy for muscular contraction and relates this to physical activity.

      The Nervous System

      This section looks at the body's internal messaging system, showing you how the brain receives and interprets signals and responds to them

  • Fitness Instructor (attendance)

    This is a four day intensive module that is included in all fitness instructor courses and personal trainer courses. The module is followed by a practical assessment day approximately two weeks ... Click to view module detail

    • This is a four day intensive module that is included in all fitness instructor courses and personal trainer courses. The module is followed by a practical assessment day approximately two weeks after this initial training.

       Health Screening

      A fundamental process, which provides the foundation to a fitness programme. In order to plan appropriate activity over a period of time, there is a need to identify any reason for adaption to the programme or referral to medical professionals

       Preparing People for Exercise

      Within this component the specific components of a warm up are discussed and put into effect by each student planning and delivering a safe and effective warm up

       Resistance Training

      An area covering both resistance and free-weights. The trainee instructor will learn a broad range of exercises and understand the basic principles of resistance programme design and delivery

       Cardiovascular Training

      This subject teaches the trainee instructor the basic principles of cardiovascular training programmes and knowledge of the most frequently used cardiovascular machines in the gym

       Relaxation and Stretching

      Enables the learner to understand the structure and content of an effective stretch component and cool down including the basic physiological adaptations that occur in the body and techniques for developmental stretching

       Health and Safety

      This area will provide the instructor with an understanding of the legal requirements of health and safety requirements within the working environment

       Teaching Skills

      Discussed and practiced regularly to identify qualities of an instructor needed to assist in a successfully delivered session

  • Anatomy and Physiology for Exercise Level 3 (distance)

    This is a distance learning module supported by workbooks and online materials which takes approximately 40 hours to complete. This is the foundation to your personal trainer course. Click to view module detail

    • This is a distance learning module supported by workbooks and online materials which takes approximately 40 hours to complete. This is the foundation to your personal trainer course.

      On completion of your home study you will be required to book the 75 min multiple choice exam at one of our training venues.

      The circulatory system

      This section looks more deeply at the structure of the heart, including the valves and coronary arteries, as well as discussing the common cardiovascular medical conditions.

      The musculoskeletal system

      An in-depth look at muscles building on Level 2, where they attach and the roles they play in movement.

      Posture and core stability

      This section looks at the common postural deviations and their causes. It also highlights the key muscles involved in stabilising the core and pelvis.

      Stretching and flexibility

      In this section the different types of stretching and their benefits are discussed, including static, dynamic and PNF.

      The nervous system

      A more in-depth look at the central and peripheral nervous systems than at Level 2, adding in the roles of the somatic and autonomic branches and their roles in exercise.

      The endocrine system

      A look at the body's other controlsystem, made up of glands and hormones that bring about changes when required.

      Energy systems

      Including information on how the body uses energy and recreates energy based on the intensity, type and duration of exercise.

  • Personal Training (attendance)

    This module will enable you to deliver balanced training programmes at a higher level, helping you to increase your clients' fitness levels. The personal training award is the gateway to access ... Click to view module detail

    • This module will enable you to deliver balanced training programmes at a higher level, helping you to increase your clients' fitness levels. The personal training award is the gateway to access REPs level 3 and is taught as a four day practical workshop with a practical and theory assessment. This is a mandatory, but extremely valuable module for any personal training course.

      To participate in the personal training module you must have a completed REPS level 2 fitness instructor award prior to attending.

      Client Consultations

      Making the most of client consultations including behaviour change, health screening, motivation and goal setting technique

      Cardiovascular Conditioning

      Advanced training methods for improving cardiovascular conditioning

      Muscular Strength, Size and Endurance

      Advanced training methods for improving muscular strength, size and endurance

      Dynamic and Facilitated Stretching for Flexibility

      Advanced training methods to develop flexibility and improve range of motion to promote recovery and maximise performance

      Introduction to Core Stability and Core Strength Conditioning

      Role of core in sports and everyday function.  Advanced training methods to train this area to enhance performance and reduce injury risk

      Integrating Motor Skill Development

      Basic instruction to develop balance, awareness and coordination

      Health screening

      The essential forms and resting fitness assessments that you will need to know to make training safe and effective

  • Nutrition for Physical Activity (distance)

    A distance learning module where candidates are required to work through two manuals. Assessment is an invigilated multiple choice exam at a training venue and submission of a case study. This is a ... Click to view module detail

    • A distance learning module where candidates are required to work through two manuals. Assessment is an invigilated multiple choice exam at a training venue and submission of a case study. This is a mandatory module for all personal training courses and comprises of the following units:

      Nutritional Components of Diet

      Identify the different macro and micro nutrients, what they do and what foods to obtain them from in the diet.

       Food Science

      An introduction to the biochemistry of different nutrients and food sources and how this impacts the body.

      Metabolism and Energy Balance

        Discover the only effective way to help clients lose weight and keep it off for good.  We evaluate the energy balance equation and learn how to bridge the gap between theory and practice.

       Nutrition and Health

      Learn the optimal balance of nutrients for good health and how this translates to real foods.

       Psychology of Eating

      Knowing nutrition theory is next to useless if you can't work with clients to help them change their eating behaviours and lifestyle.  An introduction to behaviour change psychology gives you the tools you need to help clients make the changes needed to achieve their goals.

       Sports Nutrition

      An introduction to the fascinating world of performance enhancing nutrition.

       Using Food Diaries

      Learn how to implement food diaries effectively to get the most accurate reflection of your client's eating habits and allow you to work with them to make the changes that will give the best results without depriving them of their favourite foods.

       Dietary Analysis

      Learn how to analyse food diaries efficiently and effectively.

       Calculating Energy Values of Food

      Find out how to get the most from reading food labels and teach your clients how to know which foods to choose when out shopping.

       Planning Balanced Diets

      Look at why diet plans don't work and how to advise your client how to gradually introduce changes in their diet towards a healthy varied and balanced one.

       Weight Management Programmes

      Learn how to implement nutrition advice into your personal training sessions, and also consider offering additional services such as group weight management programs.

  • Business Planning (formerly Business Skills)

    This mandatory module in all our personal training courses is delivered by distance learning in approximately 40 hours. You will find a business skills manual in your pack and additional support ... Click to view module detail

    • This mandatory module in all our personal training courses is delivered by distance learning in approximately 40 hours. You will find a business skills manual in your pack and additional support information can be found in our secure student area. To complete the module you must attend an invigilated case study exam at one of our training venues. The module will take you through the essential elements of setting up your business and making it a success.

      Starting your Business

      The ultimate success of your personal training business depends on some of the first decisions you make. The module will show you how to research your ideas, survey prospective customers, set up your business to exploit potential markets and plan for profitability.

      Marketing & Promotion

      You may study until you have qualifications "coming out of your ears", and offer the best training in town, but if nobody knows you are there, your business will still go bust! Learning how to talk to your potential customers is the lifeblood of any successful business.

      Customer Relations

      Personal training companies normally divide into two categories: those that are truly personalised, and those that look like all the others! Which one do you think will get all the business, all the recommendations, and the working diary full? If you fail to give the service people actually want, how they want it, then you business undoubtedly fail.

      Business & Financial Planning

      Organise your finances to suit your business, establish good habits to make tax simple and secure the financial future of your very own personal training business.

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• What qualifications/certificates will I receive?

  Lifetime Awarding Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (Gym)

  LAO Level 3 Diploma In Personal Training and Business Planning (QCF)

  How will I be assessed?

  • Level 2 Anatomy and Physiology: theory assessment
  • Level 2 Fitness Instructor: practical assessment plus associated paperwork
  • Level 2 Core Units: completion of a workbook
  • Level 3 Anatomy and Physiology: theory assessment
  • Level 3 Personal Trainer: practical assessment plus associated paperwork and a 12-week case study
  • Level 3 Nutrition for Physical Activity: multiple choice exam and case study
  • Level 3 Business Planning: case study

  Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs)

  Entry onto the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) at Level 3

  Various components of the Diploma carry with them recognised REPs points:

  Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (Gym): 20 points

  Level 3 Personal Trainer: 20 points

  Level 3 Award in Nutrition for Physical Activity: 20 points

  Level 3 Business Planning: 8 points