Primary course route
Level 3 Personal Training
- Qualification
- Active IQ Level 3 Technical Occupational Entry in Personal Training (Diploma)
- Starting point
- You will need a suitable Level 2 qualification in Gym Instructing or Fitness Instructing. The course also requires physical participation and communication skills. Ask SSTA to check your exact starting qualification before you make plans.
- Current timetable
- Dates confirmed once the cohort fills
- Course fee
- Request fees and payment options from admissions
- Location
- Chichester Racquets & Fitness Club, Oaklands Park, Chichester, PO19 6AR
Qualification evidence
- Qualification
- Active IQ Level 3 Technical Occupational Entry in Personal Training (Diploma)
- Awarding organisation
- Active IQ
Check the qualification title and entry requirements against the work you want to do.
Course fit check
Who this route may suit
This route is for learners who already hold a suitable Level 2 qualification in Gym Instructing or Fitness Instructing. Physical participation is required and SSTA can check your exact starting qualification.
Practical training timeline
What you will learn and practise
- Advanced anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics for personal training
- Conducting detailed fitness assessments and lifestyle analysis
- Designing and periodising training programmes for diverse client goals
- Nutrition fundamentals and evidence-based dietary guidance within scope of practice
- Managing special populations and adapting programmes for specific needs
- Business development: client acquisition, retention, pricing, and marketing
- Professional standards, safeguarding, and insurance requirements
Delivery and assessment
Understand the commitment
Review delivery, compulsory attendance, independent study and assessment together before deciding.
- Delivery
- Ask admissions about study format and compulsory practical attendance.Ask admissions for details
- Assessment
- Knowledge assessment, assignment, case study, observation and questioningCourse information
Progression map
Check your route into Personal Training
After qualifying, you can investigate employed or self-employed personal-training contexts and further study relevant to your plans. Employment, clients and income are not guaranteed. Qualification does not guarantee employment, clients or income.
Before you decide
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Fee and what it includes
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Dates and attendance
Dates confirmed once the cohort fills
For SSTA graduates
Your training is the start. Build the practice around it.
The SSTA Business Hub is being prepared to bring your practice page, appointments, clients and business administration together. Explore the demonstrations and ask which features and access terms will be available with your course.
Explore the graduate Business Hub01Train with SSTA
Develop your professional skills through practical training and tutor feedback.
02Prepare your business
The Business Launch Workshop helps you plan your offer, website and local marketing.
03Manage your practice
Explore the planned workspace for appointments, client information and follow-ups; confirm availability before relying on a feature.
- Considering employment instead? Your course conversation can explore that route too. Read about the workshop.
Course questions
Level 3 Personal Training questions
What qualification do I need before Level 3 Personal Training?
Active IQ specifies a suitable Level 2 qualification in Gym Instructing or Fitness Instructing. Ask SSTA to check the exact qualification you hold before making plans.
What qualification does this route lead to?
The published route is the Active IQ Level 3 Technical Occupational Entry in Personal Training (Diploma).
How is Personal Training assessed?
The qualification uses a knowledge assessment, assignment, case study, observation and questioning. SSTA will confirm the order and current preparation requirements.
Can a personal trainer provide nutrition advice?
The qualification includes nutritional advice within the personal trainer role. Advice must stay within your qualification and competence; clinical or specialist needs require appropriate referral.
Where can I find the current dates and fee?
Ask SSTA for the full timetable, compulsory attendance, total fee and what it includes before deciding. No price or intake is inferred from this page.
Planning your journey? Read the Chichester attendance guide. Compare graduate business support alongside your course.