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Exercise and Fitness: Personal Training - Level 3 Technical Occupational Qualification (YMCA)

at Capital City College Group, London · college

Level 3Vocational and tradeTechnical Occupational Qualification36 weeksFull time

What the college says

Do you want to be a personal trainer? Do you want to take your gym instructor qualification to the next level? If so, then this is the course for you!This brand-new, industry-leading qualification, designed by YMCA Awards and endorsed by CIMPSA, will equip you with all the knowledge, skills, and qualifications to become a personal trainer and potentially start your own business. Health and fitness are thriving areas with countless job opportunities and business ventures.The Level 3 Technical Occupational Entry in Exercise and Fitness: Personal Training is a 1-year Level 3 Personal Training course, which will provide you with the necessary qualifications to work as a personal trainer.The course will run on one day per week, for 37 weeks (September to July) and is for adults (19 years old or above) only. Please note: You MUST have a Level 2 Gym Instructor Qualification to apply for this course. If you do not hold a Level 2 Gym Instuctor Qualification then please apply via the following links.If you are 16 to 18 years old, please apply using the following link: Exercise and Fitness: Gym Instructor and Personal Training - Level 2 and 3 Technical Occupational Qualification (YMCA)If you are 19 years old or above, please apply using the following link: Exercise and Fitness: Gym Instructor - Level 2 Technical Occupational Qualification (YMCA)

What you need to get on

You are required to have a Level 2 Gym Instructing qualification to enrol on this course.You must also have a GCSE grade C or grade 4 in English and Maths or equivalent. You will be required to provide a client (friend or family member) for your practical assessments.

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Enfield Campus

    73 Hertford Road, London, EN3 5HA

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · London

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