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Level 3 Active IQ Diploma in Personal Training for Health, Fitness and Performance

at Gateshead College, Gateshead · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

The course is aimed at individuals who are already a qualified fitness instructor. The aim of this qualification is to develop the skills, knowledge and competence required in order to work unsupervised as a personal trainer. This includes being able to offer one-to-one training, baseline assessment, nutritional advice and progressive programming which is specific to the individual needs of a client. Your study programme will give you the opportunity to continue your academic development, take part in valuable work experience and enhance your employability skills such as English and maths.

What you need to get on

please see fact sheet

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

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

  • ACADEMY FOR SPORT AT GATESHEAD INTERNATIONAL STADIUM

    Gateshead International Stadium Neilson Road, GATESHEAD, NE10 0EF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · GATESHEAD

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