PFS Personal Trainer^® Live Online

Do I need to hold any prior qualifications?

There are no previous qualifications required however a reasonable level of fitness and exposure to the industry are recommended.

Who should attend?

·         Those who love fitness, and want to make it their career

·         Those who want to help other people achieve their fitness goals and change lives

·         Those who are outgoing and eager to work hard and expand their own fitness knowledge

·         Those with a passion for group fitness and that want to jump on the industry's latest group training trends

·         Those that want to leap ahead of the competition when it comes to employment opportunities

• Those who plan to progress into Personal Training

Please inform us during the registration process if you have any learning difficulties or disabilities so we can accommodate you appropriately.

Course hours that require 100% attendance:

GYM INSTRUCTOR & PERSONAL TRAINER  - 16 Days

Additional self-study hours: 12 - 24 hours* the time burden can vary depending on individual ability and dedication.

The Personal Trainer (EQF level 4) Diploma examination will take place on the last day of the course, as specified in the course schedule below | Please SCROLL down for available dates.

The Personal Trainer (EQF level 4) Diploma examination consists of:

Interim practical and theoretical assessments that are scored and the score goes towards the final examination. If not passed, the mini-assessments have to be repeated. The details of these assessments will be given at each appropriate phase of the course.

1. Theory: The PFS FUNCTIONAL ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY  exam consists of 72 multiple choice questions (online exam). For more information about the Anatomy & Physiology exam please follow the link that you are provided.
2. Theory: The Personal Trainer theory exam consists of 72 multiple choice questions (online exam) The questions are only from the information contained in the manuals.
3. Practical Exam:  

   Practical Exam Format:

   Warm Up (5 Mins)

   • Proper Activity Selection and Correct Range Of Movement Demonstration
   • Mobility of The Joints
   • Appropriate Intensity
   • Conditioning Exercises
   • Active Stretching Exercises
   • Teaching Points
   • Correction of Errors 

   Present & Teach 6 Exercises (10 Mins)

   • Your External Assessor will mention which exercises to demonstrate for your clients.

    

   Present 2 Methods for 1 Exercise Using:  (2 Mins)

   • Pyramid Training
   • Isometric Training
   • Super Series Method
   • German Volume Training
   • Method of Cheated Reps

    

   Alternative Exercises from The Booklet (5 Mins)

          Four exercises from the blow list will be chosen by your external examiner

   • Shoulder Press
   • Leg Press
   • Triceps Kickback
   • Squat
   • Plank
   • Lat Pull Down
   • Chest Cable
   • Lunge
   • Press up

   Cardio(5 Mins)

   Can be used after your warm up or towards the end of your test.

   You can use 1 of the following machines:

   • Bicycle     
   • Treadmill  
   • Rower      
   • Cross trainer

           You will be assessed on:

   • Machine set up and proper demonstration
   • Correction of errors
   • Increasing Intensity
   • Fartlek training/interval training

   Static Stretching (3 Mins)

         Demonstrate Static Stretching for:

   • Quads
   • Hamstrings
   • Back
   • Chest
   • Arms
    The exercises can only be chosen from the ones covered in the Gym Instruction and Personal Trainer manual.
4. Practical: 1 to 1 with the teacher live online, where the student explains: client introduction, warm up, a summary of executing 9 equipment exercises in a correct and safe manner, cool down, stretching 

  "Our brightest students are being recommended by us to eager employers, so prepare to impress us."

Internationally recognised and REPs accredited. Become a gym trainer and exercise specialist, free weights and body weight training.

Main Qualification obtained: Gym Instructor (EQF level 3|NQF level 4) | Ireland completed referencing the Irish NFQ to the EQF in 2009.

Main Qualification obtained: Personal Trainer (EQF level 4|NQF level 5) | Ireland completed referencing the Irish NFQ to the EQF in 2009.

Examination: Required - Information available on the EXAM tab found above.

Study Mode: Theory in class, Practice in the gym, and mandatory Self-study.

Additional information

If you require additional information about any of the above courses, please navigate through each description individually. If you require to speak to an adviser, please do not hesitate to contact us on 0860723820 or email office@profi-fitness.ie

Accreditation

Payment rules 

• We operate on a first-come, first-serve basis with no exceptions.
• To secure your place on the course the payment should be made upon registration.
• We allow 5 calendar days to receive payment before your place is given to another person that has paid.
• After 5 calendar days have passed, and we haven't received any payment, you will need to register again if places are still available.
• There is no possibility to extend the 5 calendar day period. Registrations are not accepted if you have already registered and the initial 5 days have not elapsed.
• If we have received a late Early Bird payment (i.e. you registered for Early Bird but we haven't received a payment within 5 calendar days) you will be switched to the Regular Price as outlined in our Terms & Conditions. No exceptions will be made.
• If you have signed up at the Regular Price or Early Bird price and we haven't received the full amount from you before the start of the course, then you will be subject to Instalment payments.

Payment options 

Payment methods

Once you register, you will be guided through the payment process.

• Bank transfer
• Paypal
• Credit/Debit Card
• Cash payments are not accepted

If you encounter any issues with payment and you have read our FAQ page, please reach out via the Contact section.