Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)
The Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) course offered by OXQUAL develops theoretical and practical knowledge for planning and delivering safe and effective fitness programmes. The programme covers anatomy, exercise science, client assessment, programme design, nutrition fundamental...
About this qualification
The Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) course offered by OXQUAL develops theoretical and practical knowledge for planning and delivering safe and effective fitness programmes. The programme covers anatomy, exercise science, client assessment, programme design, nutrition fundamentals, coaching and professional responsibilities.
Learners develop practical skills for assessing client needs, establishing fitness goals and adapting exercise programmes to different individuals.
Career-focused
Develop relevant skills and knowledge that can support your next professional step.
What you'll cover
Key topics covered in this OXQUAL programme include:
- Introduction to Personal Training
- Role and Scope of a Personal Trainer
- Professional Responsibilities
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Musculoskeletal and Cardiovascular Systems
- Exercise Science and Biomechanics
- Movement and Posture
- Client Screening and Health History
- Fitness Assessment
- Risk Stratification
- Programme Design
- Goal Setting and Periodisation
- Strength Training
- Cardiovascular Endurance Training
- Flexibility Training
- Nutrition Fundamentals
- Hydration and Macronutrients
- Training Special Populations
- Exercise Modification
- Motivation and Behaviour Change
- Client Communication and Coaching
- Professional Ethics
- Client Confidentiality
- Personal-Training Business Skills
Who it's designed for
This OXQUAL programme is suitable for:
- Aspiring Personal Trainers
- Fitness Enthusiasts seeking professional development
- Health and Wellness Coaches
- Sports and Exercise Science Graduates
- Individuals preparing for personal-training roles
What you'll gain
Successful completion of this OXQUAL programme can help learners to:
- Develop comprehensive exercise-science knowledge.
- Conduct structured client fitness assessments.
- Design individualised fitness programmes.
- Improve exercise-coaching technique.
- Understand basic nutrition within trainer scope of practice.
- Adapt programmes for different client populations.
- Strengthen motivation and communication skills.
- Develop professional and ethical training practices.
How this qualification is assessed
The assessment pattern for this OXQUAL programme is outlined below.
- Assessment Type: Written examination and practical evaluation.
- Format: Multiple-choice questions, short answers and live training demonstration.
- Total Questions: 100 theory questions plus 1 practical assignment.
- Passing Score: 70%.
- Written Duration: 2 hours.
- Practical Duration: 1.5 hours.
- Certification: Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) Certificate upon successful completion.
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