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Physical Activity, Fitness and Exercise Science (Personal Trainer)

This programme will provide evidence of professional development for those already working in the industry. It will provide 20 points of continuing professional development for those on the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) and allow the successful candidate to enter REPs at Level 3.

Course Information

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  • Course Type School Leaver
  • Subject Area Sport and Fitness
  • Qualification Active IQ Diploma
  • Study Mode: Full Time
  • Course Level Level 3
  • Location Victoria House
  • Course Length 1 year
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Overview

This programme will provide evidence of professional development for those already working in the industry. It will provide 20 points of continuing professional development for those on the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) and allow the successful candidate to enter REPs at Level 3.

This course is ideal if you have completed the Year 1 Diploma in Physical Activity Fitness and Exercise Science or have completed a Level 2 Fitness Instructor course alongside a BTEC Sport Level 3 Extended Diploma.

You will be taught in Victoria House class rooms, Central Fitness and Sports Hall. Lectures will be both theoretical and practical. Assessments are through oral, written and practical activity as well as exams.

What topics will I study?

  • Study applied human biology for exercise and fitness to understand how the body operates for physical activity
  • Learn the principles of nutrition for a healthy lifestyle
  • Learn about the different elements involved in working one to one with clients, conducting consultations, programme design and advanced methods of delivery
  • Develop exceptional customer care skills
  • Learn how technology in sport can be incorporated into mainstream personal training
  • Attain the knowledge to perform sports massage with soft tissue treatments
  • Complete work experience in the Central Fitness gym completing gym hours by conducting inductions and personal training sessions to staff and students
  • Gain an emergency first aid at work certificate

What can the course lead on to?
Once qualified you will be able to work self employed as a Personal Trainer or Sports Masseuse. You could also progress onto Level 3 GP Referral and then Level 4 courses such as Obesity and Diabetes specialisms or a Foundation Degree in Sports Therapy/Coaching and Fitness at Exeter College. UCAS points: P24, M48, D72.

Entry Requirements

You will need to have completed the first year of the Level 2 Diploma in Physical Activity, Fitness and Exercise Science or the Level 2 Fitness Instructor plus bridging units to qualify. If you don’t have a grade 4 in English and Maths, you will be required to study for this alongside your course. You will need the personal qualities for working in the health and fitness industry and an enthusiasm for sport.

Facilities

Victoria House is the main building used by the Faculty of Sport and Physical Education for the delivery of your programme of study. You will also have access and free membership to Central Fitness gym, Sports Hall and all other aspects of the faculty’s provision.

Additional Costs
  • Practical sports kit £70 approx.
  • You will need to supply your own stationery
  • Potential additional visits
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  • Ready to find out more?

    Why not come along to one of our open events, a chance to explore our facilities, ask questions about our courses and find out more about being a student at Exeter College. Visit our open events page to find out more today.

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