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Sports, Fitness & Personal Training

Extended Diploma, Level 3

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A young man in black athletic wear exercises in a modern gym studio in front of a mirrored wall.

Course Length

1 year

Course Cost

No fee (16-18)

Start Date

07/09/2026

Course Information

This qualification allows you to develop your skills in fitness and personal training, whilst opening up a world of opportunities in the sports industry. You will gain knowledge of career opportunities, how to become self employed, fitness testing and testing, nutrition, injuries, discovering how to train, strengthen and nurture the body for optimum performance as well as developing personal trainer skills. You will even have the opportunity to play competitively in the regional and national college sports network - putting your skills into practice as you represent the College.

Course code: 77772-01

  • Who is this course for?
    Anyone who is interested in working in the health and fitness sector.
  • Units and Modules
    • Careers in sport
    • Health, wellbeing and sport
    • Fitness skills
    • Personal Trainer skills
    • Research Project
    • Self Employment
    • Nutrition
    • Injuries
    • Fitness Training
    • Fitness Testing
  • Benefits and Skills
    • Learn the required skills to work in the fitness industry
  • Entry Requirements
    Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including maths and English.
  • Careers and Progression
    • Personal Trainer
    • Gym Instructor
    • Sports Management
    • Self-employed
    • Leisure Centre Assistant
    • Sports Nutritionist
  • Assessment
    Internally assessed units with no exams.

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