PT Diploma Courses

Find Your Ideal PT Diploma

Whether you dream of building your own Personal Training business or securing a role in the fitness industry, our Personal Training Diploma packages are designed to equip you with everything you need to succeed. With EPTI, you can tailor your journey to create the fitness career you’ve always wanted!

Master Personal Trainer Diploma

Master Personal Trainer Diploma

Advanced Personal Trainer Diploma

Advanced Personal Trainer Diploma

Basic Personal Trainer Diploma

Basic Personal Trainer Diploma

Gym Instructor

Gym Instructor

Why Choose Our Personal Training Courses?

Flexible Learning at Your Own Pace:

Start your journey with home-based online study and coursework assignments, accessible anytime through our user-friendly online learning portal. Complete your studies on your schedule, with most students finishing in around 16 weeks.

Hands-On Practical Training:
Gain real-world skills during our face-to-face practical and assessment courses, held at one of our world-class training campuses. This is where theory meets practice to build your confidence and competence.

Globally Recognised Qualifications:
All our courses are CIMSPA-endorsed and aligned with international standards, giving you access to career opportunities across the UK, Europe, and beyond.

Discover which Personal Training Diploma course package is most suitable for you by examining the tabs below:

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Explore Our PT Diploma Course Packages

MASTER PT

Key Information

The Most Comprehensive PT Course to Elevate Your Career:
Stand out in the fitness industry with the most robust Personal Training Diploma available. Designed to help you achieve elite status as a Personal Trainer, this course equips you with the highest level of expertise to surpass competitors and thrive in today’s dynamic fitness market.

This Diploma isn’t just about gym-based personal training; it’s your gateway to mastering a wide range of specialist skills and qualifications through our included accessory fitness CPD courses. These additional certifications ensure you’re prepared for the diverse needs of modern clients and provide you with the skills to set you apart from the competition.

Kettlebell and Suspension Training:
Gain expertise in two of the most versatile and effective training methods. Learn to confidently use these tools in various settings, including outdoor environments, PT studios, or clients’ homes, expanding your opportunities beyond the gym.

Group Training for Studio and Bootcamps:
Develop the skills to deliver engaging group sessions in both studio-based classes and outdoor bootcamp settings, making your sessions dynamic and inclusive.

Boxing Padwork Instruction:
Add an exciting edge to your sessions with boxing padwork techniques, offering clients fun, high-energy workouts that improve coordination, strength, and endurance.

Become a versatile and highly sought-after Personal Trainer with skills that go beyond the basics.
Enrol now and gain the competitive edge to excel in the fitness industry!

What’s included?

- Diploma Practitioner in Personal Training (EQF Level 4)
- Certificate in Planning and Delivering Gym Based Exercise (EQF Level 3)
- CIMSPA endorsed Certificate in Instructing Kettlebells
- CIMSPA endorsed Certificate in Instructing Suspension Training 
- CIMSPA endorsed  Certificate in Instructing Circuits
- CIMSPA endorsed Award in PT Padwork
- CIMSPA endorsed Award in Outdoor Training 

Certification for each individual qualification included within the Master package are awarded separately.

How long does it take to complete the course?

Approx. 12-16 weeks online study and coursework assignments from home, followed by 12 days practical training during the intensive 2 week practical and assessment course at one of our training campus locations (9am-5pm - Monday-Saturday, Monday-Saturday).

Who is eligible to enrol?

- No coaching experience or previous fitness qualifications required
- Previous personal gym experience recommended 
- Minimum age 16 years

Is prior learning recognised?

If you already hold a CIMSPA recognised Fitness Instructor or Gym Instructor certificate, please contact the EPTI team.

Advanced

What’s included?

- Diploma Practitioner in Personal Training (EQF Level 4)
- Certificate in Planning and Delivering Gym Based Exercise (EQF Level 3)
- CIMSPA endorsed Certificate in Instructing Kettlebells
- CIMSPA endorsed Certificate in Instructing Suspension Training 

Certification for each individual qualification is awarded separately.

How long does it take to complete the course?

Approx. 12-16 weeks online study and coursework assignments from home, followed by 10 days practical training during the intensive 2 week practical and assessment course at one of our training campus locations (9am-5pm - Monday-Saturday, Monday-Thursday).

Who is eligible to enrol?

- No coaching experience or previous fitness qualifications required
- Previous personal gym experience recommended 
- Minimum age 16 years

Is prior learning recognised?

If you already hold a CIMSPA recognised Fitness Instructor or Gym Instructor certificate, please contact the EPTI team.

BASIC PT

What’s included?

- Diploma Practitioner in Personal Training (EQF Level 4)
- Certificate in Planning and Delivering Gym Based Exercise (EQF Level 3)

Certification for each individual qualification is awarded separately.

How long does it take to complete the course?

Approx. 12-16 weeks online study and coursework assignments from home, followed by 8 days practical training during the intensive 2 week practical and assessment course at one of our training campus locations (9am-5pm - Monday-Thursday, Monday-Thursday).

Who is eligible to enrol?

- No coaching experience or previous fitness qualifications required
- Previous personal gym experience recommended 
- Minimum age 16 years

Is prior learning recognised?

If you already hold a CIMSPA recognised Fitness Instructor or Gym Instructor certificate, please contact the EPTI team.

GYM

Key Information

Perfect for those starting their journey in the fitness industry, the Gym Instructor Course is the foundational qualification that opens doors to working as a certified gym instructor.

This certificate is recognised as the essential entry-level credential for working in gyms. While it qualifies you to guide and support gym members, it does not allow you to deliver personal training sessions.

The Gym Instructor qualification is included as part of the foundation learning in all our PT Diploma packages. By enrolling directly into a PT Diploma, you’ll save time and streamline your journey towards becoming a fully qualified personal trainer, without the need for a separate Gym Instructor course.

What’s included?

- Certificate in Planning and Delivering Gym Based Exercise (EQF Level 3)

How long does it take to complete the course?

Approx. 6-8 weeks online study and coursework assignments from home, followed by 4 days practical training during the intensive 2 week practical and assessment course at one of our training campus locations (9am-5pm - Monday-Thursday).

Who is eligible to enrol?

- No coaching experience or previous fitness qualifications required
- Previous personal gym experience recommended 
- Minimum age 16 years

Is prior learning recognised?

This is the entry level qualification for career paths into the fitness industry.

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Postcards From...EPTI Graduates

Postcards from EPTI Graduates

From across the globe, students come to our three EPTI campuses to earn their internationally recognised Personal Trainer certification and launch successful careers in the fitness industry.

We invited our graduates to share their journeys through short videos, showcasing how their EPTI PT Diploma has empowered them to turn their passion for fitness into a thriving career. Explore their stories for inspiration and insight into the opportunities that await you!