SkillsActive work closely with training providers and technical experts within the fitness sector to develop a framework of fitness qualifications and training courses which meet the needs of employers and the sector as a whole.
Our work with the fitness sector ensures those looking for work have access to standardised, industry-recognised fitness qualifications. This also helps employers find staff with adequate training and sector-specific skills.
Qualifications range from level 2 to level 4 certificates and cover job roles such as personal trainer, fitness instructor and leisure centre manager.
Sports training and qualification opportunities include:
Apprenticeships
- • Apprenticeships and Advanced Apprenticeships in Active Leisure and Learning provide learners an opportunity to develop a mix of practical and technical skills.
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Vocational qualifications
- • National and Scottish vocational qualifications.
Higher Education qualifications
- • SkillsActive endorses university degrees as effective training producing employable graduates in fitness, with fitness qualifications making them eligible to join REPs.
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Learn more about the types of training and qualifications available
Visit the SkillsActive careers site at www.skillsactive.com/careers to discover more about which fitness qualifications and courses are relevant to job roles in the fitness sector.
