Level 3 Certificate in Personal training

Name: Level 3 Certificate in Personal training
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Created byDaniel Joshua Smith

Last updated 8/2024

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What you'll learn

To provide learners with the knowledge of anatomy and physiology, functional kinesiology and concepts and components of fitness
To provide learners with the knowledge and skills to successfully gather and analyse client information using the most accepted techniques
To provide leaners with the knowledge and skills to assess a client’s current health and fitness status
To provide learners with the knowledge and skills to be able to plan and conduct a physical activity session, within a variety of environments using multiple re
To provide learners with the knowledge and skills to perform a client consultation using the most accepted methods and providing strategies for successful behav
To provide learners with the knowledge and skills to be able to communicate effectively to build successful relationships with their clients and other health ca
To provide learners with the knowledge and skills to be able to manage, evaluate and improve own performance
To provide learners with the knowledge to be able to offer nutritional advice for physical activity based on clients’ needs

Course content

44 sections • 368 lectures • 4h 17m total length

Introduction0:16
On completion of this unit the learner will be able to understand the:
Structure and function of the skeleton
Joints of the skeleton
Muscular system
Life-course of the musculoskeletal system and its implications for special populations and exercise
Structure and function of the respiratory system
Structure and function of the circulatory system
Nervous system and its relation to exercise
Energy systems and their relation to exercise
Understanding the Heart and Circulatory System: Relation to Exercise and Health2:39
The heart and circulatory system play crucial roles in maintaining overall health and are significantly influenced by exercise. This content will delve into the anatomy and function of the heart and circulatory system, the impacts of exercise on cardiovascular health, and the benefits of regular physical activity.
Cellular structure of muscle fibre0:25
Sliding filament theory0:25
Effects of different types of exercises on muscle fibre type0:30
Effects of different types of exercises on muscle fibre type1:30
Explore how endurance training boosts cardiovascular fitness and endurance through long sessions that engage slow twitch fibers, while resistance training creates hypertrophy and strength via short, high-intensity sets.
Muscle attachment sites for the major muscles of the body0:20
Function of skeletal muscle involved in physical activity0:20
Anatomical axis and planes with regard to joint actions and different exercises:0:25
Joint actions that brought by specific muscle group contractions0:20
Joint structure with regard to range of motion/movement and injury risk1:25
Examine how joint structure, including ligaments and cartilage, shapes range of motion and movement, and how compromised joints raise injury risk during activity, with examples from shoulder, knee, and elbow.
Joints classification by lever system0:20
Explore how lever systems classify joints via the interaction of applied force, fulcrum axis, and resistance load, and distinguish first, second, and third class lever types shaping joint movements.
Joint movement potential and joint actions0:25
Structure of the pelvic girdle and associated muscles and ligaments0:20
Assignment 1
Assignment 2

STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION OF STABILIZING LIGAMENTS0:30
STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION OF CORE AND PELVIC FLOOR MUSCLES0:35
INSUFFICIENT STABILIZATION0:25
Insufficient stabilization weakens local stabilizers such as the transversus abdominis and multifidus, reducing spinal stability and increasing injury risk, while pelvic floor muscles support pelvic organs and help maintain continence.
EFFECTS OF ABDOMINAL ADIPOSITY AND POOR POSTURE ON MOVEMENT0:25
Explore how abdominal adiposity increases spinal load and causes poor posture, diminishing movement efficiency. Learn how posture-related muscle imbalances and joint stiffness alter movement patterns and raise injury risk.
OPTIMAL POSTURE0:20
COMMON POSTURAL DEVIATIONS0:20
MODIFIEABLE AND NON MODIFIEABLE DEVIATIONS0:20
PROBLEMS DUE TO POSTURAL DEVIATIONS0:20
Explore how postural deviations cause musculoskeletal pain, decreased mobility, reduced performance in physical activities, and increased injury risk, and how they contribute to osteoarthritis and disc degeneration.
CORE STABILITY DURING EXERCISE0:20
HOW TO IMPROVE POSTURAL INTEGRITY0:30
BENEFITS AND RISKS AND APPLICATIONS IN TYPES OF STRETCHING0:50
STATIC STRETCHING0:40
Explore dynamic stretching to boost flexibility, mobility, and blood flow while activating muscles; learn form, start gently, and gradually increase, using it as a warm-up before sports or strength training.
DYNAMIC STRETCHING0:45
Assignment 3

Central Nervous System (CNS)0:35
Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)0:45
Neurons0:35
Motor Units0:30
Motor units transmit signals from the CNS to muscles, causing contraction. Small motor units innervate fewer fibers for precise control, while large units enable greater force.
Proprioceptors0:40
Nervous control and transmission of a nervous impulse0:45
Explore how the nervous system regulates bodily functions and movement by receiving stimuli, transmitting action potentials along neurons, and coordinating responses from sensory receptors to the CNS and motor effectors.
Neuron structure0:04
Function of a Neuron0:25
Role of a Motor Unit0:45
Function of muscle proprioceptors0:35
Explore how muscle proprioceptors in muscles and tendons provide nervous system feedback on length, tension, and position to support proprioception, including the stretch reflex and muscle spindles.
Reciprocal Inhibition0:35
Stretch-Shortening Cycle0:25
Neuromuscular Adaptations0:40
Assignment 4

Endocrine system and the hormones they secrete0:40
Endocrine system0:04
The major glands of the endocrine system0:50
The major glands of the endocrine system0:30
Explore how insulin and glucagon from the pancreas regulate blood sugar, thyroid hormones govern metabolism, and growth hormone from pituitary stimulates growth alongside adrenal corticosteroids and catecholamines in stress response.
The function of hormones1:05
Endocrine system relates to exercise and health0:40
Assignment 5

The contribution of energy varies based on several factors0:45
Energy contribution varies by duration, type, and intensity. Short, high-intensity efforts rely on ATP-CR, while longer efforts depend on aerobic metabolism, with anaerobic energy before transitioning to aerobic work.
The by-products of the three energy systems and their significance in muscle fat0:30
Explore how the PCR system yields ADP and inorganic phosphate, and how anaerobic glycolysis generates lactate lowering pH, while aerobic metabolism produces carbon dioxide and water with minimal fatigue.
Specific activities and sporting events are associated with particular energy sy0:25
Endurance training and advanced methods impact fuel utilization0:25
The structure and arrangement of exercise programs affect energy replenishment a0:25
Structure and arrangement of exercise programs influence energy replenishment and ATP levels, with intervals enabling replenishment and reducing fatigue, while carbohydrate intake timing boosts energy stores for recovery and performance.
Assignment 6

FUNCTIONS OF BONES0:40
FUNCTIONS OF BONE0:40
Explore how the shoulder complex—scapula and clavicle—along with the humerus, radius, ulna, and hand bones (carpals, metacarpals, phalanges) support arm and shoulder movements and enable dexterity and fine motor skills.
HOW MANY BONES ARE IN BODY0:04
BONES OF BODY0:45
TYPES OF BONES0:30
Classify bones by shape into four main types: long, short, flat, and irregular, with examples like the femur, humerus, carpals, tarsals, skull, ribs, and vertebrae.
BONE TYPES TABLE0:04
BONE FORMATION0:30
OSSIFICATION0:30
RISKS AND EFFECTS OF EXERCISE ON BONES0:50
Assignment 7

The structure and function of the digestive system0:30
The meaning of key nutritional terms0:45
Function and metabolism0:35
function and metabolism0:35
The main food groups and the nutrients they contribute to the diet0:50
Identify the calorific value of nutrients0:40
Common terminology used in nutrition0:40
Joint actions that brought by specific muscle group contractions0:35
Explore actions produced by specific muscle group contractions, and review nutrition topics, including the RDA definition for daily intake and the glycemic index with low, medium, and high categories.
Interpret food labelling information0:45
The significance of healthy food preparation0:35
Relationship between nutrition, physical activity, body composition and health1:00
Assignment 1

The range of professionals and professional bodies involved in the area of nutri0:45
Healthy eating advice that underpins a healthy diet0:50
The nutritional principles and key features of the National food model/guide0:40
Examine the nutritional principles and key features of national food models, such as MyPlate and the Eat Well Guide, promoting a balanced diet with visual portion cues.
Portion sizes in the context of the National food model/guide0:50
Explore portion sizes within national food models like MyPlate and the Eat Well guide, using visual plate diagrams to achieve a balanced diet.
Reliable sources of nutritional information0:55
Reliable sources of evidence-based nutrition information0:30
Identify evidence based nutrition information from reliable sources, including USDA and NIH guidelines, and expert reviewed resources from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and the American Society for Nutrition.
The nutritional principles and key features of the National food model/guide0:55
Healthy eating guidelines can be adapted and applied to support clients with spe0:40
Healthy eating guidelines can be adapted and applied to support clients with spe0:40
Assignment 2

Professional role boundaries with regard to offering nutritional advice to clie0:50
Set professional role boundaries for offering nutritional advice within your scope of practice; dietitians and nutritionists provide guidance, while others refer clients to specialists, following ethical, confidentiality, and evidence-based practices.
Importance of communicating health risks associated with weight loss fads and po0:45
Potential heath and performance implications of severe energy restriction,weight0:50
Clients at risk of nutritional deficiencies0:30
Cultural and religious dietary practices can influence nutritional advice0:45
Safety, effectiveness and contraindications relating to protein and vitamin sup0:50
Detailed or complex dietary analysis that incorporates major dietary change shou0:40
Assignment 3

Role of carbohydrate, fat and protein as fuels for aerobic and anaerobic energy0:40
Role of carbohydrate, fat and protein as fuels for aerobic and anaerobic energy0:30
The components of energy expenditure and the energy balance equation0:55
Calculate an estimate of Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)0:20
Calculate an estimate of Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) (Cont.)0:25
Energy requirements based on physical activity levels and other relevant factors0:45
Energy expenditure for different physical activities0:45
Nutritional requirements and hydration needs of clients engaged in physical acti0:45
Understand the nutritional requirements and hydration needs of physically active clients, including carbohydrates from whole grains and fruits, proteins (including plant-based), for muscle repair, healthy fats, and iron, calcium, magnesium.
Nutritional requirements and hydration needs of clients engaged in physical acti0:35
Assignment 4

Requirements

Prior to enrolling on the Level 3 Certificate in Planning and Delivering Personal Training, learners must have the necessary underpinning knowledge at level 2. Therefore, learners must have already achieved a Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing in Gym, or equivalent.
The course requires physical exertion and individual participation is essential, therefore a degree of physical fitness is necessary.
There is an element of communication (discussing, presenting, reading and writing) and application of number involved, and learners should have basic skills in communication and application of number at levels 3 and 2 respectively

Description

Our Level 3 Personal Training Qualification is designed to equip learners with the skills, knowledge, and competence required to work independently as a personal trainer. This comprehensive course covers one-to-one training, baseline assessments, nutritional advice, and the development of progressive programming tailored to the unique needs of each client.

Learner Entry Requirements:

Before enrolling in the Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training, learners must possess the necessary foundational knowledge at Level 2. Therefore, a Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (Gym) or an equivalent qualification is required. The course demands physical exertion, and individual participation is essential, so a certain level of physical fitness is necessary. Additionally, there is a focus on communication skills (discussing, presenting, reading, and writing) and the application of numbers, requiring basic skills at Levels 3 and 2, respectively.

This qualification is ideal for individuals committed to pursuing a professional career in personal training, enhancing their expertise, and providing exceptional service to clients. It opens up various opportunities for career advancement and specialization in the fitness industry, allowing trainers to inspire and motivate clients towards healthier lifestyles and fitness goals.

Please note that upon completion you will recieve a certificate of completion but this is not the fully accredited level 3 version of the qualification allowing you to work in the industry. If you would like to attain that version of the qualification please contact us on Support@fitfastacademy.com or 07907075500

Who this course is for:

Level 3 Certificate in Planning and Delivering Personal Training (RQF) aims to provide the learner with the skills, knowledge and competence required for an individual 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.

Level 3 Certificate in Personal training

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Course content

Anatomy physiology and kinesiology for exercise and health14 lectures • 10min

Unit 1: Outcome 313 lectures • 6min

Unit 1: Outcome 413 lectures • 7min

UNIT 1 OUTCOME 56 lectures • 4min

UNIT 1 OUTCOME 65 lectures • 3min

UNIT 1 OUTCOME 79 lectures • 5min

UNIT 2: Applying nutritional principles to personal training11 lectures • 8min

UNIT 2 OUTCOME 29 lectures • 7min

UNIT 2: OUTCOME 37 lectures • 5min

UNIT 2: OUTCOME 49 lectures • 6min

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