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Level 3 PT Course

Earn your ticket to a rewarding, impactful career.

A closer look at the L3 course

Discover How You Can Gain a Gold Standard Level 3 Personal Training Diploma in Just 10 Weeks

We are now accepting bookings for our next course starting in February at the North East PT Academy, Gateshead.

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Train With Nationally Known Providers

Your journey into professional coaching starts with our L3 Personal Training Diploma. You do not need any pre-qualifications and in just 10 weeks, you'll gain the skills and qualifications you need to stand head and shoulders above the rest.

Validated by Focus Awards, recognised by Ofqual, CIMSPA, the Association of Independent Trainers and Thinktree Hub, our L3 diploma is a nationally accepted qualification that can open doors to some of the best opportunities in the industry. So you gain a qualification that can be taken anywhere.

Go Beyond the Basic Learning Requirements

As for the North East PT Academy, we are the leading educational provider of level 3 personal training in the North East of England, educating up to 40 students every year. Study with us and we'll take you far beyond the minimum PT learning requirements so that you gain the confidence in your ability to coach, lead and impact others.

We'll show you how to assess movement, build bespoke fitness programmes and teach you everything we know about being a successful Personal Trainer.

Learn From the Best in the Business

Keen to kickstart your coaching career as soon as possible? Our industry-leading experts will provide you with the highest standard of support and service throughout your course, motivating you to become the best Personal Trainer you can possibly be.

Enrol with the North East PT Academy and we'll even give you a FREE 10 week membership at our strength and conditioning facility: Average Joe's Fitness. Here you can join in the workouts, and observe your Course Leaders do what they do best: coaching!

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L3 Course Overview

How You'll Gain Your Qualification

01 | How It's Delivered

Taught in-person once a week (usually on Saturdays), the 4 hour practical sessions take place in our state-of-the-art strength and conditioning facility. 

Alongside the practical stuff, you will have a unique login to our world-class student portal. This is where all of your course resources will be easily accessed, at a time and place that is convenient to you.

02 | What You'll Learn

- Functional anatomy and its application to personal training.

- How to structure, plan and deliver training sessions that meet the individual needs of your clients.

- How to integrate nutrition advice into your service.

- Lifestyle and medical conditions that effect health and well-being.

03 | Previous Experience

This course is designed to introduce you to the world of professional personal training and provide a strong foundation for a future career in fitness. While you don’t need specific qualifications to apply, you must be over 16 and have a good grasp of English.

We support unbiased inclusion and diversity.

 

04 | Course Assessments

The course includes practical teaching, assessments and the completion of modules via our e-learning platform. 

As for coursework, there’s not a great deal of work to complete at home, but should you need anything at all, your Course Leaders will be on hand to offer their support and guidance—making the process a smooth and simple one.

 

 

05 | Course Qualifications

On finishing the course, you will gain a complete Level 3 Certification. This is essential if you wish to pursue a career as a Personal Trainer.

On top of the diploma, we can provide you with the option to include your first year’s professional insurance within the cost of your course, so you can get started building your business the moment you qualify.

 

 

06 | Real-life Applications

Our experienced Course Leaders will teach you how to grow professionally, so you can develop your career, set up a new business, and get your marketing just right. 

We'll teach you how to communicate well with clients and conduct consultations that encourage them to adopt an active, healthy lifestyle.

Who Is the L3 PT Diploma For?

✔️Someone Looking for a Career Change

If you’re looking for a more fulfilling career, working in the fitness industry could be just the ticket. Once qualified, you can gain full or part time employment, or use your newly found skills and knowledge to set up your own coaching business.

✔️Someone In, Or Leaving, Education

Getting qualified as a PT will give you entry into one of the fastest growing industries in the world. From flexible working hours to a great potential to earn good money, a career as a Personal Trainer is a particularly attractive prospect.

✔️Someone Who Loves Fitness

Maybe you’ve always loved the gym, or perhaps you’ve recently had fantastic results with your own fitness journey. The L3 course allows you to gain more knowledge on a subject that fuels your fire, so you can help others reach their goals.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions About the L3 Course

What Do Our Students Say?

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Stacey Hegarty

If you want to learn in a safe and fun environment with Leaders who motivate and support every time you step through the door then nePTA is the place you need to be.

Joe, Scott and Bev really are worth their weight in gold. The support and encouragement they gave me was invaluable. 

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Katarzyna Kaminska

I would like highly recommend North East PT Academy. Their combined expertise and dedication create an unparalleled learning experience. The depth of knowledge they share is remarkable, making complex concepts easy to understand. Their passion for teaching shines through every session, creating an incredibly motivating environment. Joe , Scott , Bev thank you very much for your unique guidance and support.

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Alex Arcus

I have just completed my L3 PT qualification with NEPTA and what an experience it has been. Fitness has always been my passion and I really wanted to take it to the next level. I chose the right place. The course leaders Joe, Scott and Bev have an unreal amount of knowledge and experience between them, all bringing a different flavour to the sessions. They are friendly and made learning fun! They have the highest professional standards which shone through over the 10 weeks.

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Scott Mitchelson

A really enjoyable and well put together course!
I came to nePTA after a bad experience with another big brand PT course, and the difference was night and day. From the get go the staff at nePTA made you feel welcome, and their friendly attitude towards teaching made for an overall great experience. Cannot recommend enough if you are wanting to get involved in the fitness industry.
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Dean Lee

All the Course Leaders are very helpful and understand the needs of individual students. At the in-person sessions you'll find a friendly, comfortable environment. Thanks to Joe and the team for giving me the confidence to follow my dreams. Can't recommend the North East PT Academy enough.