Personal Training – Health and Fitness (Gym Based) Apprenticeship

Course Information

  • Course Type Apprenticeship
  • Subject Area Sport and Fitness
  • Qualification Apprenticeship
  • Study Mode: Day Release
  • Course Level Level 3
  • Location Victoria House
  • Course Length Up to 18 months

Overview

Coach and motivate clients towards their health and fitness goals, through the design and provision of creative and personalised exercise programmes and instruction. Offer basic complementary nutritional advice and overall lifestyle management.

Who is this course for?

Choose this apprenticeship if you enjoy motivating and encouraging people at various stages of fitness to achieve their physical goals, through fitness and healthy living.

 

Overview

On this course you will:

  • Learn how to effectively communicate with a client to understand their current fitness level and desired outcome
  • Gain hands-on experience in a gym with clients, developing and delivering more individual, tailored fitness programmes and classes
  • Develop the knowledge needed to build bespoke programmes to help clients reach their fitness goals
  • Instruct effectively through good leadership and clear speech
Entry Requirements

Every employer is different and therefore the entry requirements can vary. As a guide, you will need GCSE grade 4 in English Language and Maths. However, we will work with you and provide additional support to help you achieve their requirements, either prior to your apprenticeship or during the delivery of your programme. Ideally you should have gained the Level 2 Certificate n Fitness Instructing  Gym Based) qualification and gained the required additional experience of working in a gym with different types of client groups. This can be discussed at interview.

Progression and Careers

Gain employment or become a self-employed personal trainer in a gym/sports or leisure centre.

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  • How to apply

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    1) Complete our online application form

    2) Submit your GCSE results or predicted grades

    3) Attend an interview

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