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Personal trainer courses in the UK
No jargon. What a personal trainer course actually is, what it costs, whether to study online, and how to choose one.
See the coursesHonest answers from the people who have trained UK personal trainers since 2006.
The short answer
What counts as a personal trainer course in the UK?
A personal trainer course is a Level 2 plus a Level 3 qualification, which together make you a Certified Personal Trainer. With FASTER that route is £1,250, delivered through FOCUS Awards and recognised by CIMSPA, taught online by the people who wrote it.
The two parts
What a UK personal trainer course actually is
Almost every UK personal trainer qualification is built the same way: a Level 2 to get you on the gym floor, then a Level 3 to make you a trainer. Together they are the Certified Personal Trainer qualification.
Level 2
Gym Instructor. The foundation. £600 with FASTER.
Level 3
Personal Trainer. Added to Level 2, it makes you a Certified PT. £650 on its own, or £1,250 for the full route from scratch.
Online or in person
Should you study online or in person?
FASTER is online and self-paced, which is how most people now qualify. It is self-paced with no fixed deadline. Most people take 12 to 20 weeks; some take time off and finish in around four weeks. You can take as long as you need, and FASTER handles assessor availability so you are not left waiting.
You are assessed one to one, at your pace, with a tutor you can reach on email, WhatsApp or Zoom. So studying online does not mean studying alone.
Before you pay
What to look for in a personal trainer course
Most courses get you the certificate. The difference is what happens around it.
Who actually teaches it
Taught by the people who wrote the course, not handed a login and left alone.
What happens after you pass
Free lifetime return access to the content, forever. Most courses end the day you qualify.
Honest pricing
One price, payment plans at checkout, no deposit games and no sales calls.
Real recognition
Delivered through FOCUS Awards and recognised by CIMSPA, so it counts where it matters.
Support that answers
John answers the WhatsApp himself. No call centre, no chasing, no question too small.
Your routes with FASTER
Pick where you start
From scratch
Level 2 and Level 3 together. The full route to Certified Personal Trainer. £1,250.
Start from scratch →Want mentoring
Career Mentored, the degree-model route with John. £2,850 from scratch, £2,250 from Level 2.
See the mentored routes →Common questions
FAQ
What is a personal trainer course in the UK?
A personal trainer course is a Level 2 qualification plus a Level 3 qualification. Together they make you a Certified Personal Trainer. With FASTER the full route is £1,250.
How much does a personal trainer course cost?
The full FASTER route, Level 2 and Level 3 combined, is £1,250. Level 2 alone is £600 and the Level 3 upgrade is £650. Payment plans are available at checkout.
Can I do a personal trainer course online?
Yes. The whole route is online and self-paced. You are assessed one to one, at your pace, with a tutor you can reach on email, WhatsApp or Zoom.
How long does a personal trainer course take?
It is self-paced with no fixed deadline. Most people take 12 to 20 weeks; some take time off and finish in around four weeks. You can take as long as you need, and FASTER handles assessor availability so you are not left waiting.
Is the qualification recognised?
Yes. FASTER's personal trainer qualifications are delivered through FOCUS Awards and recognised by CIMSPA.
Do I need anything to start?
You need to be at least 16 to start the Level 2. Nothing else is required.
Ready to start?
Pick your route, or message John and he will point you to the right one. No sales calls, no pressure.
