Personal Training
At STC we give you the training you need to become a qualified fitness professional. By the end of our course, you'll be ready to either work in a gym environment or become a personal trainer. You will learn underpinning knowledge in basic human anatomy, health and safety, nutrition and basic exercise science before going onto practical training.
Our courses are suitable for both beginners and more experienced professionals looking to develop their skills further or gain an industry recognised qualification.
Personal Training Courses
To enquire about any of these course, please complete the enquiry form below.
The Level 3 Combined Diploma in Personal Training is a technical level qualification for learners seeking to work in the health and fitness industry as a personal trainer, specialising in gym-based exercise. .
The Level 3 Combined Diploma in Personal Training is a technical level qualification for learners seeking to work in the health and fitness industry as a personal trainer, specialising in gym-based exercise.
You will develop your confidence, learn to work effectively and competently as a personal trainer in gym-based exercise setting and develop knowledge of anatomy and physiology for exercise and health. You will also learn about the principles of exercise health and fitness, how to support clients who take part in exercise and physical activity and gain a good grounding in health, safety and welfare in a fitness environment.
Upon completion you will receive an industry recognised qualification and will be eligible to join CIMSPA as a personal trainer practitioner.
You will cover:
- Anatomy and physiology for exercise and fitness professionals
- Professional practice for exercise and fitness professionals
- Exercise, fitness and lifestyle consultation and management
- Planning and instructing gym-based exercise programmes
- Applied anatomy for exercise, fitness, health and wellbeing
- Designing and delivering personal training programmes
- Nutrition for exercise, fitness, health and wellbeing
- Business awareness and acuity for personal trainers
GLH: 373
Funded Option: Advanced Learner Loan
Accreditation: Level 3 Combined Diploma in Personal Training
Awarding Body: VTCT
This qualification is aimed at existing qualified Fitness professionals (minimum of L2 Fitness Instructor). It will explore nutrition, diet and healthy eating and will familiarise students with the latest national guidelines thus allowing them to advise their clients on healthy eating based on established national guidelines.
You will cover the following units:
• Physical activity, health and nutritional considerations for pre and postnatal clients
• Programming safe and effective exercise sessions for pre and postnatal clients
This is a self-funded course priced at £299
Designed for existing exercise professionals who have a Level 2 Fitness Instructor qualification or above, this qualification builds on existing instructional skills to allow the successful student to plan and deliver exercise for pre & post-natal clients and to advise on healthy eating.
You will cover the following units:
• Physical activity, health and nutritional considerations for pre and postnatal clients
• Programming safe and effective exercise sessions for pre and postnatal clients
This is a self-funded course priced at £299
Healthy eating is such an important aspect of daily life in the modern era. This nutrition course aims to provide the knowledge needed to be able to understand key aspects of nutrition. This includes understanding government guidance as well as familiarising with key parts of a healthy diet.
You will cover the following unit:
• Understanding nutrition, performance and healthy eating
This is a self-funded course priced at £199
With one in four adults experiencing a mental health problem in any given year, understanding Mental Health has become a very important area. This qualification equips learners with the knowledge to understand key elements of mental health and to familiarise with mental health first aid.
You will cover the following units:
• Mental Health Awareness
• Mental Health First Aid
This is a self-funded course priced at £219
Enquire about our courses
If you are looking to start your career in the fitness industry, we have the perfect course for you.
Our range of courses include accredited options which can also be delivered as part of an apprenticeship.
We have Government funding available for eligible students and can help you build your future with wide ranging support.
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