FAQS
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What qualifications do you offer?
- Level 2 Certificate in Planning and Delivering in Gym Based Exercise
- Level 3 Certificate in Planning and Delivering Personal Training
- Level 4 Certificate in Strength & Conditioning
- Level 3 Award in Nutrition for Physical Activity
- Level 3 Diploma* Practitioner in Personal Training (*L2 & L3 Certificates Combined)
What are the entry requirements?
For Level 2 there are no formal entry requirements, however some experience of gym-based exercises, including free weights, is highly recommended. The course requires physical exertion and individual participation is essential; therefore, a degree of physical fitness is necessary. There is also an element of communication (discussing, presenting, reading and writing) involved and learner should have basic skills in communication pitched at Level 2. Entry Requirements for Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training is a Level 2 qualification in Gym Instructing. Entry Requirements for Level 4 Certificate in Strength and Conditioning are:
- Learners must hold a Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training (or equivalent), a Level 3 Coaching qualification (or equivalent) or a Level 3 Strength and conditioning qualification (or equivalent).
- Learners may also hold relevant higher education or further education qualifications that are equivalent or higher than those listed above (e.g. physiotherapy, sports therapy).
- There is an element of communication (discussing, presenting, reading and writing) involved and learners should have basic skills in communication pitched at Level 3.
Where will my qualification lead me?
What if I am already qualified as a level 2 gym instructor?
If you are already qualified as a Level 2 Gym Instructor, you are not required to re-sit this part of the course. You can enrol straight onto the Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training.
Where do the qualifications take place?
We have a variety of state-of-the-art gyms across the UK that are used for our classes, lectures, seminars and assessment days.
We also offer an online learning model, where you can become a fully qualified fitness professional from the comfort of your own home. Find out more at www.ptne.online
How much do the Qualifications cost?
- Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing – £495
- Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training – £ 995
- Level 3 Award in Nutrition for Sport and Exercise Performance – £195
- Level 3 Diploma Practitioner in Personal Training – £1495
- Level 4 Certificate in Strength & Conditioning – £1195
How long are your personal training courses?
What happens if I struggle with the theory aspect of the course?
What's the difference between the Level 3 Personal Training Certificate and the Level 3 Diploma Practitioner in Personal Training?
The Diploma Practitioner is both the Fitness Instructing Level 2 and Personal training Level 3 Certificate qualifications combined. If you already have the Level 2 you can enrol straight on to the Level 3 qualification.
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