What Does This Pathway Look Like?
In your second year, you’ll have the opportunity to attain the Level 2 Physical Instructor and Level 3 Personal Training certifications. You’ll access this programme online. You’ll need access to a gym and will be certificated through YMCA Awards.
What You’ll Learn:
- Anatomy and Physiology (Level 2).
- Gym-Based Planning, Preparation and Delivery.
- Providing a Positive Customer Experience.
- Lifestyle Management and Health Awareness.
- Applied Anatomy (Level 3).
- Nutrition to Support Physical Activity.
- Promoting Wellness Through Client Motivation.
- Bespoke Exercise Programme Design.
- Customized Exercise Programme Instruction.
- Communication Techniques.
- Business Acumen for a Successful Personal Training Practice.
- Level 2 Gym-Based Programme Delivery and Professional Instruction.
- Level 3 Personal Training Instruction and Communication.
Assessments:
- Practical evaluations to showcase your hands-on skills.
- Multiple-choice theory papers to test your knowledge.
- Case studies to apply your expertise in real-world scenarios.
- Knowledge question worksheets for a comprehensive understanding.
Who Is This Pathway For?
This pathway is designed for those who are passionate about fitness and have a genuine interest in physical health and wellness and enjoy staying active. It offers an opportunity to turn this passion into a supplementary income stream.
What’s the Cost?
Both the Level 2 and 3 Personal Training Award is delivered free of charge by choosing this route. Travel and accommodation expenses on the face-to-face weeks within the degree programme are not reimbursed.
Where Have Our Personal Training Students Gone On To?
Careers directly related to this degree include:
• Sports club manager
• Sports coach
• Fitness instructor
• Recreational group leader
• Personal trainer
• Fitness centre manager
• Outdoor activities/education manager
• Secondary school PE teacher
• Sports development officer
