Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training — the industry-standard qualification for launching a career as a personal trainer. Build advanced coaching, nutrition, and business skills.
The Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training is the gold-standard qualification for anyone serious about building a career as a personal trainer. This advanced course takes you beyond gym instruction into the world of one-to-one coaching, programme design, nutrition, and running your own fitness business.
You’ll learn how to assess clients, design tailored training programmes, provide nutritional guidance, and build a sustainable personal training business — all while developing the practical coaching skills that set great trainers apart.
Our hybrid model combines flexible online learning with a hands-on practical weekend at our Malta facility, where you’ll be assessed by experienced tutors who work in the industry.
Flexible e-learning modules you complete at your own pace.
Hands-on training weekend at our Malta facility.
An advanced curriculum that prepares you to train clients independently and build a successful fitness business.
Anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology for personal training
Nutrition principles and client nutritional guidance
Programming personal training sessions for diverse clients
Delivering personal training sessions and client reviews
Conducting fitness assessments and lifestyle consultation
Business skills for personal trainers and self-employment
A Level 3 Personal Training qualification opens doors across the fitness industry.
Work independently with clients in gyms, studios, or online.
Set up as a self-employed trainer with our business skills module.
Progress into specialist roles, strength coaching, or nutrition.
Join the next intake and start building your career in fitness.