Elite Nutrition Personal Trainer

Level 2/3 Gym Instructing and Personal Training

Unit 1: Anatomy and Physiology for Exercise

• The structure and function of the cardiorespiratory system
• The structure and function of the skeleton
• Understanding the muscular system and its life-course
• The energy systems of the human body
• The role of the nervous system and the principles of muscle contraction
• The function of the digestive system

Unit 2: Applied Anatomy and Physiology

• The cardiorespiratory system and its relation to exercise
• The skeletal system and its relation to exercise
• The muscular system and its relation to exercise
• Postural and core stability
• The nervous system and its relation to exercise
• The endocrine system and its relation to exercise and health
• Energy systems and their relation to exercise

Unit 3: Nutrition for Physical Activity

• The principles of nutrition
• Key nutritional strategies and guidelines
• Understand how to use nutritional tools
• Collecting and analysing nutritional information
• Apply the principles of nutrition

Unit 4: Client Consultations and Lifestyle Management

• The client consultation process in the gym environment
• The role of health screening, fitness testing and risk stratification
• Lifestyle and health promotion
• Understand the prevention and management of common health conditions
• Principles of behaviour change and exercise adherence
• Be able to conduct consultations and assessments

Unit 5: Planning and Delivering Gym Programmes

• The components of fitness and programming variables
• Understanding gym-based exercise training
• Planning and delivering gym-based training
• Reviewing gym-based training
• Safeguarding in the fitness environment

Unit 6: Planning and Delivering Personal Training Programmes

• Obtaining client information to inform programme planning
• Observing and adapting exercise technique
• Demonstrating professional conduct
• How to instruct and adapt personal training sessions to meet the needs of different clients

Unit 7: Maximising the Customer Experience in the Exercise Environment

• How to assess customer needs in a gym environment
• The role of customer service in the gym environment
• Communicating with customers and colleagues
• Professional practice
• Cleaning and waste management in the gym environment

Unit 8: Business Acumen for Personal Trainers

• Understand the principles of business planning and creating a business plan for a successful personal training business
• Managing finances related to a personal training business

L4 Advanced Sport Nutrition

Unit 1: Systems of the Human Body

• The structure and function of the skin & skeletal system
• The structure and function of the nervous and muscular system
• The structure and function of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems
• The structure and function of the endocrine system
• The structure and function of the digestive and urinary systems
• The structure and function of the reproductive and lymphatic systems

Unit 2: Human metabolism, the energy balance and the currency of calories

• Energy balance and the human body
• How the body stores and uses carbohydrates
• How the body stores and uses protein
• How the body stores and uses fat
• How the body stores energy
• The importance of hydration and water
• Vitamins and minerals for exercise

Unit 3: Applied Nutrition for Health

• Nutrition for Physical Activity
• Carbohydrates and the glycaemic index
• The role of proteins
• Fats and their role with athletes
• The role of micronutrients

Unit 4: Fuelling for athletic performance

• Hydration, water and sweat loss
• The role of metabolism in the body
• The use of fuel before exercise
• The use of fuel during exercise
• The use of fuel after exercise

Unit 5: Common diets, food labelling and the effects of marketing

• National food and nutritional government guidelines
• The rules of food labelling
• Common diets
• Food allergies and intolerances
• Analysing food diaries and fluid intake
• How to implement nutritional change
• Professional standards for nutritional advice

Unit 6: Supplemental aids and strategising nutritional goals for clients

• How to agree and set nutritional goals
• Pre and post-competition nutritional strategies
• Illegal supplements (Anabolics/fat burners)

Gym-Based Boxing

• Unit 1: Health and safety considerations
• Unit 2: Benefits of gym-based boxing
• Unit 3: Correct stance
• Unit 4: Basic Footwork (forward, back, side-to-side)
• Unit 5: Basic guard
• Unit 6: Correct focus pad instruction
• Unit 7: Basic punches
• Unit 8: Holding the focus pads when instructing the punches
• Unit 9: Basic rounds of punches
• Unit 10: Advanced combinations
• Unit 11: High-intensity boxing conditioning
• Unit 12: Incorporating gym-based boxing conditioning exercises with combination work on the pads
• Unit 13: Licenses and insurance

Studio Cycling

• Unit 1: Benefits of studio cycling
• Unit 2: Bike setup
• Unit 3: Cycling hand positions and technique
• Unit 4: Cycling manoeuvres and positions
• Unit 5: Teaching points
• Unit 6: Getting the right resistance
• Unit 7: Working with the beat
• Unit 8: How to format the class without using the beat
• Unit 9: Cool down stretches
• Unit 10: License and insurance

Metabolic Conditioning Training

• Unit 1: The history of metabolic resistance and conditioning training
• Unit 2: Responsibilities and skills of the metabolic resistance and conditioning training instructor
• Unit 3: Health and safety considerations for the metabolic resistance and conditioning training sessions
• Unit 4: Planning and delivering metabolic resistance and conditioning training sessions

Social Media and Branding

• Unit 1: Introduction and building a brand
• Unit 2: Social media channels
• Unit 3: Email marketing
• Unit 4: Social media tactics and strategies
• Unit 5: Building your own success

Small Business Finance

• Unit 1: Introduction to self-employment
• Unit 2: Business structure
• Unit 3: Tax
• Unit 4: Basics of financial information
• Unit 5: Financial reporting
• Unit 6: Planning and forecasting
• Unit 7: Data for success
• Unit 8: Raising finance
• Unit 9: Important extras

Our Elite Level 4 Nutrition Personal Trainer course is specifically designed to be entry-level and suitable for learners of all experience levels. Whether you're a complete beginner or have some basic knowledge, this course is the perfect platform to launch your career in Personal Training.

Everyone has to start somewhere, and our course is structured to provide a solid foundation in personal training and nutrition. Our expert tutors will guide you through the fundamentals, ensuring that you grasp the essential concepts and skills necessary to excel in this field.

Regardless of your background or previous experience, our course is tailored to accommodate learners at different levels. We provide comprehensive resources, practical exercises, and real-time guidance that will help you apply your knowledge effectively.

Don't let a lack of experience hold you back. Our Elite Level 4 Nutrition Personal Trainer course is the perfect starting point for your career in wellness. Embrace the opportunity to learn, grow, and transform your passion for fitness and nutrition into a fulfilling career doing something you love.

There is a minimum course payment which must be paid before we can register you on the course and book your unit 1 exam. Until this threshold is met, you will be unable to sit your unit 1 exam, although you are welcome to continue working your way through the course content.

Our Elite Level 4 Nutrition Personal Trainer course uses a variety of assessment methods to ensure that learners have a comprehensive understanding of each unit. Depending on the course material, we use multiple-choice tests, written exams, and reflection papers to assess your understanding and mastery of the topics covered.

Our multiple-choice tests are designed to test your knowledge of specific concepts covered in each unit. Written exams are used to assess your ability to apply your knowledge and understanding of the course material. Reflection papers are used to encourage you to think deeply about how the concepts apply to real-life situations, allowing you to develop critical thinking skills and a deeper understanding of the course material.

To ensure that you are fully prepared for each assessment, we provide guidance and support throughout the course. Our course tutors will walk you through each unit if required and provide helpful tips to increase your chances of success. You will have access to study resources, practice exams, and practical exercises that enable you to refine your knowledge and skills.

We understand that everyone learns at their own pace and that sometimes, learners may need additional support to achieve their goals. For this reason, aside from Units 1 and 2 which are assessed externally by Innovate Awarding (charged at £29.99 per resit), we offer an unlimited number of free assessment retakes as part of our course package.

This will give you the peace of mind that you have ample opportunity to succeed, regardless of how many attempts it takes.

Upon successfully completing this course package, you will receive two industry-recognised qualifications:

Level 3 Diploma for Gym Instructing and Personal Training Practitioner

Level 4 Certificate for Advanced Sports Nutrition (Nutrition for weight management and athletic performance)

These qualifications are accredited by Innovate Awarding and Focus Awards. Both awarding organisations are regulated by Ofqual, ensuring that the qualifications meet high standards of quality and credibility.

Innovate Awarding and Focus Awards are renowned for their innovative and dynamic approach to developing qualifications. They offer a wide range of off-the-shelf, customised, and bespoke qualifications across various sectors, all within the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). By obtaining qualifications from these respected awarding organisations, you can be confident in the recognition and validity of your achievements.

Both the Level 3 Diploma and Level 4 Certificate are endorsed by CIMSPA (Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity). CIMSPA is a leading professional body for the sport and physical activity sector, dedicated to promoting excellence and setting industry standards. Being added to the CIMSPA register after completing your qualifications further enhances your professional standing and opens doors to exciting career opportunities.

These qualifications serve as a testament to your dedication, knowledge, and skills, positioning you as a respected professional in the field.

This comprehensive course package offers an exceptional starting point for individuals looking to enter the fitness industry and distinguish themselves from the competition. By obtaining qualifications in both Personal Training and Nutrition simultaneously, you will broaden the scope of services you can provide to clients, allowing you to command higher hourly rates.

Your personal training qualification will allow you to lead group exercise classes, work within gym settings, deliver online coaching, and provide one-on-one training sessions. Whilst your nutrition qualification will enable you to develop bespoke nutrition plans for clients, offering guidance in weight management and dietary advice and its impact on exercise.

The ability to offer a comprehensive package that addresses both exercise and nutrition empowers you to meet the diverse needs of your clients. It positions you as a trusted professional capable of delivering tailored advice that provides sustainable results.

By becoming a certified Personal Trainer and Nutrition expert, you will give yourself the greatest potential for success in a rapidly growing industry where the demand for comprehensive wellness services continues to rise.