Gym Instructing and Personal Training, Sport Level 3 Diploma
at City of Wolverhampton College · college
What the college says
If you want a career as a personal trainer in the sport and active leisure sector, this course will give you the knowledge, understanding and practical skills you need to work in the UK or further afield. You will combine practical activities with theoretical knowledge and will gain hands-on experience of working with real-life clients as part of the course which will not only enhance your understanding of fitness principles, but also enable you to tailor workout plans to accommodate different needs, provide expert guidance and motivate clients to achieve their fitness goals. We are working closely with local leisure employers WV Active and Places Leisure to provide not only work experience but also an opportunity for paid employment while studying on the programme. The units covered on the course are mapped against the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity's (CIMSPA's) Professional Standards for gym instructors and personal trainers - meaning that the skills and knowledge you gain will be recognised by the industry. As part of the course, you will attend lessons to improve your English and maths (or use the time for directed study if you already have Grade 4 or above). You will also be required to purchase an approved college-branded sports kit which costs approximately £80 - details will be provided on acceptance to the course and financial support may be available to help with these costs.
What you need to get on
To access this course you are required to have: Three or more GCSEs at Grade 3 or above including English and maths, and ideally PE and science OR Sport Level 2 Extended Certificate OR Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Multi Skills Development in Sport OR Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing You will also be required to attend an interview with a member of the college's admissions team to discuss your career aspirations and determine your suitability for the course.
How you are assessed
Two-year technical qualification with a 45-day industry placement. Equivalent to three A levels.
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
Wellington Road Campus
Wellington Road, Wolverhampton, WV14 6BT
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Start dates
- 7 September 2026 · Wolverhampton
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