Level 4 Certificate for Advanced Personal Trainers (RQF)
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257 STUDENTS
- PRIVATE
- 1 year
- Awarded by 'Focus Awards'
- 160Guided Learning Hours
- 362 Hours Total Qualification Time
- Qualification Number: 603/4656/5
- 36 Credits
- Self-study Online
- Occupational Qualification
Course Overview
Step into Higher-Level Personal Training
Ready to be a top-tier personal trainer? The Level 4 Certificate for Advanced Personal Trainers equips you with advanced skills and knowledge to deliver results-based, personalised coaching. Regulated by Ofqual, this course deepens your expertise and equips you with advanced tools needed to support clients with higher-level training and personalised goals. As an in-demand personal trainer, you can command premium rates and offer specialist services.
This Level 4 personal training certification meets the professional standards of the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA). This allows you to pursue professional registration with CIMSPA. Once qualified, you become eligible for the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) and European Register of Exercise Professionals (EREPS), which demonstrates your credibility within the fitness industry. You will develop sustainable business skills, understand marketing and client acquisition strategies, and advanced communication techniques to work independently as a personal trainer, establish your business, and grow your clientele.
You will gain complete access to comprehensive study materials, blending theory with hands-on practice, giving you the tools to make a high-level impact on your clients’ health and fitness. This qualification provides a solid foundation for further education at Level 5, and with the right experience, can lead to a bachelor’s degree in science fitness and health, or wellness training.
The assessment is based on a portfolio of evidence and practical application that combines essential theory with real-world scenarios, demonstrating your expertise, without the pressure of exams. You need to be 16 years of age to enrol for the Level 4 personal trainer qualification.
We provide experienced tutors to guide and support you throughout your learning journey, helping you to transform your passion for fitness into a successful and lucrative career.
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Expertly Crafted E-Learning Content
We provide expertly designed and development course materials.
Dedicated Personal Tutor
A personal tutor and key account manager are available to support you.
Flexible Learning
You can fit your studies around a flexible schedule.
12 Months Access
Our online learning portal can be accessed for up to 12 months.
Boost Your Skills and Employability
Plan and deliver complex personal training programmes for clients.
Friendly Customer Support
We offer a friendly customer support team to answer your questions.
Instructor-led Virtual Discussions
You can engage in instructor-led virtual group discussions (blended learning experience).
Interest-free instalment plan
Interest-free instalment payment plans are offered for your convenience.
What Will I Learn?
Recognise the importance of technology and how it supports and manages client progression.
Understand different methods of assessment and testing to help record client information.
The ability to perform a sales pitch for your personal training business.
Understand the ethics related to a personal trainer.
Key Features
High quality e-learning study materials.
Tutorials/materials from the industry leading experts.
24/7 Access to the Learning Portal.
Benefit of applying TOTUM Discount Card.
Recognised Accredited Qualification.
Excellent customer service and administrative support.
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Support
Once you enrol with us, we offer you full learner support. We want to see you succeed in your professional goals. We provide complete access to a personal tutor who is an expert in their field.
Your tutor will assess your work, give you the required feedback, and help you improve throughout your time at SLC.
Our professional support team is available to answer any of your questions. You can contact us at any time; we are only a click away.
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| Learning Outcomes |
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| Who is this Course For? | This course is suitable for those who want to further develop their knowledge and skills in personal training. Â
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| Certification | Once you complete this course, you will be awarded the Level 4 Certificate for Advanced Personal Trainers by Focus Awards and regulated by Ofqual. |
| Career Progression | Go to the Top with Level 4Â
Completing the Level 4 Certificate for Advanced Personal Trainers puts you at the top of the personal training profession. Once qualified, you can work as an advanced personal trainer managing complex health or fitness goals. This qualification gives you the credibility to work in sports performance and advanced coaching roles. Here are some job prospects you can pursue along with the average salary scale (Source: UK Glassdoor). Â
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| Entry requirements  |
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| Average Completion Timeframe | The Level 4 Certificate for Advanced Personal Trainers requires 160 GLH. You can complete this course in just a few months or take up to a year; it’s flexible to suit your schedule. Most learners finish within 6 months, but if you have more time to study or relevant experience, you may complete it sooner. We offer full support for up to 12 months, so you can work at a pace that’s right for you. |
| Method of Assessment | To earn the Level 4 personal training certificate, you must submit a comprehensive portfolio of your work. Importantly, this course does not have an exam. This is how you will be evaluated during your course.Â
Portfolio of Evidence: You will be evaluated on a comprehensive portfolio of your work to demonstrate key competencies in advanced personal training. This can include worksheets, assignments, reports, and practical applications. All written assignments will be marked internally by a tutor at South London College who will provide the relevant feedback to ensure you succeed in future assessments. Grading: This qualification is awarded on a pass/fail basis and does not include any grading system. Assessor Support: You will receive full support from your assessor. You can contact us through telephone, WhatsApp, online discussion forums, email, and web chat. If you have any questions about the assessment process, please click the ‘Enquire Now’ button. |
| Academic Progression | Upon completing this Level 4 certificate, you can progress to the following. Â
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| Regulated by | OFQUALÂ
The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) is a non-ministerial government department that regulates qualifications, exams, and assessments in England. Ofqual ensures that all qualifications offered by recognised awarding organisations meet national standards, so you can trust that any Ofqual-regulated certificate is high quality and widely recognised by employers and universities.  RQF The Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) is a system used in England, Northern Ireland, and Wales to categorise and regulate qualifications by level and size. The RQF has 9 levels, starting from beginner level to advanced level. The purpose of RQF is to make it easier for learners and employers to understand what each qualification level means.  |
South London College
South London College – Achieve Excellence in Education
South London College is an established online learning provider. We believe that education has the power to transform your future. As a highly regarded platform, we ensure our learners receive life-changing opportunities to achieve their personal and professional goals. Our goal is to inspire and motivate you to become competitive in the fitness industry. Here’s the best opportunity to enrol for the Level 4 Certificate for Advanced Personal Trainers with us.
Awarding Organisation
Focus Awards
Focus Awards is based in the United Kingdom and is regulated by Ofqual (The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), CCEA Regulation in Northern Ireland, and Qualifications Wales. This is an established awarding organisation that specialises in developing and awarding a wide range of nationally recognised qualifications. Their mission is to deliver high-quality and accessible qualifications. Focus Awards was established in 2011 and works with approved training centres to ensure learners receive relevant and modern training and assessment.
Verify this OrganisationCourse Curriculum
Unit 01
Business Skills for the Personal Training and Fitness Industry
- Understand business terminology used in the fitness industry
- Â Understand business marketing in the fitness industry
- Be able to develop branding materials for a personal training business
- Be able to use Social Media to promote a personal training business
- Understand sales strategies in relation to a personal training business
Unit 02
Using Technology and Communication to Support and Enhance Performance
- Understand the use of technology to benefit clients
- Be able to use different technology to the benefit of clients
- Understand how to use behaviour change and communication techniques to benefit clients
- Understand advanced consultation skills to benefit clients
- Be able to use advanced consultation skills and communication techniques to benefit clients
Unit 03
Planning, Programming and Delivering Advanced Personal Training Sessions in a Range of Environments
- Understand different methods of assessment/testing to benefit clients
- Be able to plan and prepare advanced personal training sessions in a range of environments
- Be able to deliver a non-gym based personal training session
- Be able to evaluate the non-gym based session and performance to benefit the client
Unit 04
Understand the Effects and Ethical Use of Supplements and Performance Enhancing Drugs
- Understand the use of supplements and their effects
- Understand the use and effect of performance enhancing drugs
- Understand personal trainer ethicsÂ
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FAQ's
This qualification is designed to advance your skills and expertise as a personal trainer, allowing you to work with clients with more complex fitness goals.
This course is suitable for qualified personal trainers, fitness trainers, and current practitioners looking to further their careers in the fitness industry.
South London College offers a high-quality, supportive learning environment with experienced tutors, industry-recognised qualifications, and flexible learning options suited to individual needs.
Yes, South London College provides excellent customer service, offering ongoing support to students throughout their educational journey.
Yes, you will receive help from our highly experienced tutors who will support you throughout your learning journey.
Yes, you need to have a minimum of 6 months’ experience in the industry. /div>
The Level 4 PT handles more advanced client needs and complex training goals.
Yes, this advanced personal trainer course is available online, allowing you the flexibility to study at your own pace and convenience.
You will be assessed on a portfolio of your work and practical applications. For more information on the assessment process, contact our support team.
Yes, this Level 4 personal training course is widely recognised by employers and professional bodies alike.
Yes, this qualifies you to work as a personal trainer online.
Yes, you can go on to become self-employed or start your own personal training business.
Yes, this course is regulated by Ofqual, the UK’s official qualifications regulator, meaning it meets national education standards.
Some of the topics covered include business skills to set up your personal training business, the use of technology and communication, delivering advanced personal training sessions, the safe use of supplements, and more.
Yes, you must hold a Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training.
Yes, South London College offers its learners an instalment plan. For further information, you can contact our support team.
Yes, you will be qualified to deliver one-to-one personal training sessions to your clients.
Visit the South London College official website and register for the Level 4 Certificate for Advanced Personal Trainers. You will receive your login information to access our learning portal.
The purpose of this qualification is for learners to further develop their fitness knowledge and advance personal training skills.
You can complete this course within 6 months.
Highly recommended
I used this knowledge to draw high-profile clients who needed personalised training sessions.
Advanced programming
After completing this course, I established my own personal training business, and it boosted my income.
Step up in my career
This course completely changed my approach to personal training. I’m able to offer advanced services I couldn’t previously provide to my clients.