How is the course delivered?

This course is completed by blended learning, however, in some cases it is possible to complete this course fully via distance learning. Contact us for details. Once enrolled, a tutor will be in contact to discuss your individual study plan. Your learning can be completed in as little as 6 weeks however you can take up to 12 months to complete your course if you would rather take your time. You will first need to work through and complete your home study using your workbooks, E-Learning and Tutor support. We also recommend you complete the 7 gym instrucotr and personal training qualification specific live interactive webinars. Once your home study is completed, you can then book onto your mandatory practical workshops. You will need to complete a 1 day workshop for the level 2 course and 2 days for the level 3 course.

What is covered on this course?

Our personal training dipoma is broken down into the core qualifications, additional value advanced elements and your business start up. The course is delivered via home study, webinars, practical workshops and 1-1 Skype or face - face sessions. Your core qualification will include the following elements: Principles of Fitness (Home study and Webinar)

• Adaptations to aerobic exercise
• Adaptations to resistance exercise
• Health and lifestyle considerations

What course materials are included?

Once enrolled, you will receive your coursebook and access to the E-Learning portal. Additional learning will be provided in live webinars (allowing you to ask questions during the session) videos and practical days. Our content is a mixture of written work, practical tasks, classroom style webinars, 1-1 skype sessions and hands on practical days to ensure you get the most value for your money.

How will I be assessed?

You will be assessed via a range of assessment methods across your course. These will include: Level 2 A case study / consulation for a client of your choice, including SMART goals and a gym program.

• Anatomy and physiology multiple choice exam
• Principles of fitness multiple choice exam
• Practical assessment of your gym based session

What happens if I fail an assessment?

Firstly, this is unlikely. We will ensure you are ready for every exam with mocks and formative assessment thriughout the course. However, if this did happen, you would be able to re-sit your exam free of charge.

Do you offer finance?

Whislt we aim to be able to offer finance on all courses, this currently is not available. However, please contact us so we can discuss options with you.

Do I need access to a gym?

It would definatley help if you was able to practice your skills and prepare for the assessment. If you live locally, you will have free access to the Guildford Spectrum Leisure Centre during your course.

What happens after I press buy?

Your course manual will be sent to your home address within 7 days and one of our tutors will contact you to discuss your learning plan, practical dates and set up your E-learning. You will then work through your course materials and either attend our course webinars live, or you can watch back anytime. Once you are ready, you will attend a practical workshop and learn exercise techniques, coaching and program design. At this point, you will be able to book in your practical assessment to complete your cpoirse and recieve your certificate.

What support will I get during the course?

You will have 24/7 access to your personal tutor during the course, and we will continue to be available even after you have graduated. During your course you will have access to a group of all other learners and your tutors were you can ask questions and network or brainstorm with your cohort. After graduation you will have lifelong pass to our monthly live webinars allowing you to continue learning.

Are there any prerequisites for this course?

No. You do need need to have any qualifcations before starting this course as your level 2 is included. However, we recommend having some experience of training yourself and experience using a range of equiptment within a gym.