NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training

Overview

Those who expect to pursue a career as a gym instructor or a personal trainer can choose the NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training (Gym-Based Exercise) course . The speciality of this course is that it helps the learners to achieve a globally recognised qualification to get into a profession in the field of health and fitness. Since there are a number of courses out there, you need to be careful of where the money is invested. This course on the contrary vouches to lead you the way to an accredited qualification.

What makes taking this course with us special is that the learners are promised a unique learning experience. This is a video based course which can be followed by the learners at the comfort of their own space. Since the videos clearly explain the practical skills as well as the theoretical knowledge through the video lessons, the learners find it easy to grasp the knowledge that the course offers. The Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training (Gym-Based Exercise) course delivers the learners an interactive learning experience from which they can immensely benefit.

Those who successfully follow this course get the opportunity of acquiring not only the skills and understanding that are required to become a professional. It also teaches them about the soft skills and professionalism that come in handy when dealing with the clients as well. NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training (Gym-Based Exercise) course provides an intensive insight into how to provide tailor-made solutions for the clients that they can benefit from. Therefore this course undoubtedly a great key that can open many career opportunities for them.

Course Curriculum

1. Know How to Support Clients who Take Part in Exercise and Physical Activity (Free) [M/600/9015]
2. Health, Safety and Welfare in a Fitness Environment (Free) [T/600/9016]
3. Principles of Exercise, Fitness and Health [A/600/9017]
4. Anatomy and Physiology For Exercise and Health [A/600/9051]
5. Programming Personal Training With Clients [F/600/9052]
6. Delivering Personal Training Sessions [J/600/9053]
7. Applying the Principles of Nutrition to a Physical Activity Programme [(L/600/9054]

Who is this course aimed at?

• Those who are looking for occupation in the fitness instructing sector
• Who are seeking recognition for prior experience
• Who are looking to progress skills and knowledge in the sector

Method of Assessment

The learners who take the “NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training” course get their proficiency assessed internally. Additionally they will be quality assured externally. A portfolio of evidence needs to be piled up by the each learner which is developed through proper assessment tasks that validate the accomplishment of every learning outcome related to each study unit. These tasks must vouch for the learner’s proficiency of reacting to real –life situations that are encountered during their future occupation.

In order to get certified the learners need to successfully complete all the 07 mandatory study units. They get assessed through orally and written questions and assignments, how they pile records of recommendations and how they can be directed to the responsible entities and through recording the way they communicate with the clients. What is more, they need to deliver evidence of scheduling a progressive exercise programme for clients and plan various activities to inspire them to reach their fitness targets.

Course Description

• Total Qualification Time (TQT): 680
• Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 425
• Level: 3
• Qualification Number (QN): 603/4386/6

Certification

Once you complete the course, you will be awarded the NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training. It will give you the opportunity to work as a recognised professional Gym Instructor in Personal Training.

Awarding Body

NCFE is a National Awarding Organisation passionate about designing, developing, and certificating diverse, nationally recognised qualifications and awards. These qualifications contribute to the success of millions of learners at all levels, bringing them closer to fulfilling their personal goals. Last year alone, over 340,000 learners from over 2,000 colleges, schools, and training organisations chose NCFE as the Awarding Organisation to help them move their careers forward.