Do I need to hold any prior qualifications?

This course requires a recognised, valid and current basic Gym Instructor qualification accredited and mapped at EQF Level 3 | NQF level 4* such as the PFS GYM INSTRUCTOR

External qualifications will be considered.

If you currently do not hold any qualifications, please browse our website for options starting with the links above. 

*Ireland completed referencing the Irish NFQ to the EQF in 2009.

Who should attend?

• A reasonable level of fitness and exposure to the industry are recommended

• Those who love fitness, and want to progress in 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  that want to jump on the industry's latest Personal Training trend

• Those who are determined to leap ahead of the competition

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

The PERSONAL TRAINER course is spread over 16 Days

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

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

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.

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

1. 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.

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

1. Theory: The PFS ANATOMY ADVANCED exam consists of 52 multiple choice questions given on paper. For more information about the Anatomy & Physiology exam please follow the link provided.

2. Theory: The Personal Trainer principles of practice exam consists of 52 multiple choice questions given on paper. Please follow the link to take a short 5 question mock exam: PFS Personal Trainer Sample Questions.

3. Practical:  Training programme

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

• PFS NUTRITION ADVISER

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

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

Payment rules 

• We operate on a first come, first serve basis with no exceptions.

• We allow only 10 places per course.

• 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 way to prolong the 5 calendar days. 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 payment within 5 calendar days) you will be liable for the Normal Price as outlined in our Terms & Conditions. No exceptions will be made.

• If you have signed up at the Normal 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.