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ONLINE Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training

ONLINE Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training

£1,195.00

£1195.00 Full Price or Payment Plan (includes non-refundable deposit)
(no other offers can be used in conjunction with this competitive price) 

The aim of this qualification is to develop candidates with existing knowledge and skills in gym instruction who would like to pursue a career in personal training. The qualification will be delivered live online over six days (3 consecutive weekends) with the use of online lectures, and learning resources. It is only the practical assessment that will be required to be held at one of our facilities face to face. Once the candidate is qualified, they will be able to train clients on a one-to-one basis and in small groups using advanced training methods and creating programs specific to the client’s needs. This qualification also includes business skills which is an important part of starting a new career as a Personal Trainer.

Other practical assessment options are available including a video assessment, changing to an alternative practical assessment date and location, and paying for a private practical assessment. Please contact the office for more information all options on [email protected] or 07881 362 208.

Due to the course being delivered via Zoom, we ask all learners have a good stable internet connection, and use of a PC, Laptop or Tablet with webcam.

Guided Learning Hours: 255                                                                                        Total qualification Hours: 370                                                                               (Preparation, Home study, Course Attendance, and Assessments)

Applications for all courses close at 12 pm on the Monday before the course commences, unless the course is full prior to this.

Student rate is available on this course, please email [email protected] for more information on this.

Please note if you hold a Level 3 Award in Nutrition for Exercise, and Health qualification, it can only be used towards the Nutrition theory and cannot exempt you from the case study.

Payment options:

Full Price: £1195.00 (includes non-refundable deposit)

Payment Plan Options:

£195 non-refundable deposit, Then 5 payments of £240 per month (total £1,395)

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Home Study

Candidates will receive a Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training manual when booking and be asked to read through specific sections of the manual before attending the course. The sections of the manual include:

Applied anatomy, physiology for exercise, health and fitness
The principles of nutrition and their application to exercise and health
Understanding lifestyle, wellbeing and common medical conditions
Encouraging positive health and fitness behaviours
Programme design and delivery for personal training
Professionalism and business acumen for personal trainers

Online Delivery

Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training

Please note that this is intended as a guide only, and the subjects and delivery may be subject to change.

Day 1 – Online Delivery
Consultation Assessment
Muscle Fibre
Nutrition for exercise, how to fuel our bodies for various different types.
Creating a positive environment

Day 2 – Online Delivery
Behaviours and habits & SMART Goals
Breaking down barriers to exercise
Behaviour & lifestyle change
Client consultation practical

Day 3 – Online Delivery
Physiological measurement Lecture
Fitness Testing Lecture
Medical Condition Lecture
Alternative environments & Special Populations Lecture

Day 4 – Online Delivery
CV & RM methods lecture
Core Stability & stretching
Legal & professional requirements of Personal Training
Health and Safety
Business Plan

Day 5 – Online Delivery
Programming & Periodisation
Risk Stratification Lecture
Periodisation & Exercise Plan
Client Consultation

Day 6 – Online Delivery
Business Planning lectures
Set Business Assignments

Assessments

Worksheets and Assignments
Prior to and throughout the course, candidates will be required to complete coursework, assignments, worksheets, and other relevant activities. All submitted work will be assessed and marked by their course tutor.

Practical Assessment (Face to Face at a venue)
All practical assessments need to be assessed in person at one of our locations. When booking, each course has an allocated location.
There are two practical assessments and an evaluation.

Other assessment options are available. Please contact the office for more information on [email protected] or 07881 362 208.

Course Dates

Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training

Other practical assessment options are available including a video assessment, changing to an alternative practical assessment date and location, and paying for a private practical assessment. Please contact the office for more information all options on [email protected] or 07881 362 208.

Course Code PT0235X (ONLINE)
Online Delivery: 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th 21st and 22nd of November 2026.
Online Theory Assessment: 12th of December 2026.
Face to Face Practical Assessments: 19th and 20th of December 2026.
Location of Practical Assessments: Perth

Course Code: PT0236X (ONLINE)
Course Dates: 6th, 7th, 13th, 14th, 20th and 21st of March 2027.
Practical Exams: 17th & 18th of April 2027 in Perth

 

Course Code: PT0237X (ONLINE)
Course Dates: 7th 8th, 14th, 15th 21st and 22nd of June 2027 (week day course).
Practical Exam: 19th and 20th of July 2027 in Livingston

Course Code: PT0238X (ONLINE)
Course Dates: 4th, 5th 11th, 12th 18th and 19th of September 2027
Practical exam: 16th and 17th of September 2027 in Perth

Course Code: Course Code: PT0239X (ONLINE)
Course Dates: 4th, 5th, 11th,  12th 18th and 19th of December 2027
Practical exam: 15th and 16th of January 2028 in Aberdeen

Entry Requirements

Candidates must hold a suitable Level 2 qualification in Gym Instructing or Fitness Coaching.

The course requires physical exertion and individual participation is essential, therefore a degree of physical fitness is necessary.

There is an element of communication (discussing, presenting, reading and writing) and maths involved, so learners should have basic skills in communication and maths pitched at level 2 (as a minimum).

Due to the course being delivered via Zoom, we ask all learners have a good stable internet connection, and use of a PC, Laptop or Tablet with webcam.

Certification & CIMSPA

On completion candidates will be awarded with an Active IQ  Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training e-certificate. Active IQ are no longer offering hard copy certificates.  The Active IQ  Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training holds 10 CIMSPA CPD points.

CIMSPA is the professional development body for the UK’s sport and physical activity sector and a registered charity, committed to supporting, developing, and enabling professionals and organisations to succeed and, as a result, inspire our nation to become more active.

CIMSPA Practitioner membership provides confirmation and confidence to your employers, clients, colleagues, and the public that you have achieved the required qualifications and continued professional development (CPD) to excel in your role.

If you want to join CIMSPA and be part of a recognised and respected professional workforce, use this link:

https://www.cimspa.co.uk/joining-us/membership-for-individuals/membership-for-practitioners/

Progression Routes

This qualification provides progression to the following qualifications:

  • Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Supporting Clients with Long-term Conditions
  • Active IQ Level 3 Award in Supporting Pre and Postnatal Clients with Exercise and Nutrition.

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