Printer-friendly versionTabsOverviewThis qualification is aimed at learners wishing to become a personal trainer specialising in using portable equipment, but do not already hold the pre-requisite of a Level 2 Gym Instructing qualification or equivalent.This qualification is mapped directly to:The Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) professional standards for a Personal Trainer. Level of entry onto REPS: Level 3Overview of knowledge, skills and understandingLearners will cover:Anatomy and Physiology required when exercise programming and design for a range of clientsImportance of professionalism, customer service, effective communication and interpersonal skillsKnowledge and understanding of commonly occurring medically controlled diseases and health conditionsHealth and safety requirements for the exercise environmentHow to gather and analyse client information and establish their current health and fitness statusPlanning and instructing gym-based exerciseHow to design and deliver a health and fitness programme suitable to an individual’s specific goals and level of fitnessHow to plan and conduct physical activity sessions within a variety of environmentsHow to provide nutritional advice for physical activity based on a client’s needsHow to prepare for employment, as a personal trainer, on either an employed or self-employed basisPlan, prepare and instruct kettlebell exercise sessions, making the activities imaginative, progressive and effectiveLead suspended movement training exercise sessions, making the activities imaginative, progressive and effectiveTotal credit value:65Guided learning hours:409Total Qualification Time:648Qualification number:603/3504/XYMCA Awards qualification code:QD3GPTPEBC01Operational start date:03/09/2018Click here to view this qualification on the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications Download the qualification purpose statementDownload the qualification specification Entry requirementsLearners must be aged 16 plus. Ideally they should have some experience of gym-based exercises through personal practice, learners will be required to participate in various physical activity sessions. Learners should also have communication skills pitched at level 2, these skills will be further developed during the course.Staff approval requirementsAssessmentThe YMCA Level 3 Diploma in Gym Instructing, Personal Training (Practitioner) and portable equipment is assessed through internal and external assessment:Learner Assessment RecordAssessment WorkbookMultiple Choice Theory paper (external)Practical examinationPortfolio of evidenceFees and resourcesOur fair and transparent pricing policy makes it simple for you to understand what you pay.Visit our fees page to see our qualification and resource prices. Print resourcesAvailable for free download for YMCA Awards approved centres:SyllabusLearner Assessment RecordProgression routesFuture employment possibilitiesThis qualification can lead to employment as either a gym instructor and/or a personal trainer Learners may choose further same-level qualifications, for example:Level 3 Diploma in Exercise ReferralLevel 3 Diploma in Increasing Participation in Sport and Active Leisure in Community SettingsLevel 3 Diploma in SportLevel 3 Diploma in Sports Massage TherapyLevel 3 Diploma in Teaching PilatesLevel 3 Diploma in Teaching YogaLevel 3 special populations-related qualifications.Apprenticeship in Personal Training Learners may also choose to progress to higher lever qualifications, for example:Level 4 Award in Internal Quality AssuranceLevel 4 Award in Understanding Internal Quality AssuranceLevel 4 Certificate in Delivering Physical Activity for Individuals with Mental Health ConditionsLevel 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality AssuranceLevel 4 Certificate in Programming Physical Activity for Individuals with Low Back PainLevel 4 Certificate in Sports Massage TherapyLevel 4 Certificate in Weight Management for Individuals with Obesity, Diabetes Mellitus and/or Metabolic SyndromeLevel 4 Sports and Conditioning qualifications
