NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Gym Instructing & Personal Training
Nationally recognised, Ofqual-regulated qualification with integrated business mentorship to launch your career as a Personal Trainer.
Why NCFE Sets the Standard
The awarding body behind your qualification determines your credibility, employability, and career trajectory in the UK fitness industry.
At PT Launch Lab you'll earn the NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Gym Instructing & Personal Training - a nationally recognised, Ofqual-regulated qualification meeting CIMSPA standards.
Your certificate is listed on the Ofqual Register, recognised by employers, insurers & licensing bodies.
NCFE, founded in 1848, is one of the UK's most respected awarding organisations.
Every unit meets official UK education standards, so credits transfer to Level 4 specialist courses later.
Unlike cheap, unregulated "weekend certificates", this diploma gives you legal status to work anywhere in the UK.
Course Curriculum
Complete NCFE Level 3 Package + Business Mentorship as Standard
Anatomy, Physiology & Nutrition
Understand how the body works and how to apply it to client training.
Behaviour Change & Motivation
Help clients overcome barriers and stay consistent long-term.
Client Consultations & Goal Setting
Communicate effectively, assess goals, and build lasting trust.
Exercise Technique & Programme Design
Deliver safe, effective sessions tailored to client goals.
Common Medical Conditions
Train clients with conditions such as anxiety, depression, or diabetes.
Launching Your PT Business
Learn marketing, sales, and self-employment fundamentals.
Ready to get started?
Begin your application or schedule a consultation call.
Career Opportunities
Your qualification opens doors across the entire UK fitness industry.
Your qualification is both Ofqual-regulated & CIMSPA-endorsed, providing nationwide recognition and career flexibility.
Major Gym Chains
Work self-employed in JD Gyms, PureGym, The Gym Group, David Lloyd, and more.
Independent Studios
Join boutique studios or leisure centres nationwide.
Online Coaching
Train clients online or hybrid from anywhere in the world.
Career Progression
Progress to Level 4 PT or Sports Massage specialisms.
Rooted in Yorkshire - Recognised Nationwide
Our network spans the region (JD Gyms (Leeds, York & Bradford), PureGym (Sheffield & Hull), Pontefract Leisure Centre ), but your qualification carries you nationwide - from Manchester to London to remote coaching online.
Industry Recognition Standards
Before hiring, every gym and leisure centre in the UK asks two critical questions:
Is your qualification Ofqual-regulated?
Ensures your certificate meets official UK education standards and holds legal weight.
Is it CIMSPA-recognised?
Confirms industry recognition by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport.
With NCFE, both boxes stay ticked - permanently.
That means no insurance issues, no credibility gaps, and instant employer trust across all UK fitness facilities.
Graduate Success Stories
Real students. Real career transformations.
Gemma
From Corporate to Coach
Left her office job, qualified through PT Launch Lab, and built her own PT business and financial freedom.
Matty
Defying the Odds
Overcame alcohol addiction through running and launched a successful running coaching brand with our support.
Mac
From Trainee to Manager
Qualified with us, then rose to PureGym Manager, now mentoring the next generation of PTs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this qualification recognised?
Yes - NCFE Level 3 is Ofqual-regulated and accepted by all UK gyms and insurers.
Do I need experience?
No. We train complete beginners and career-changers.
How long does it take?
Typically 4-8 weeks, depending on your pace.
Can I study outside Yorkshire?
Yes - the course is fully online and available across the UK.
What happens after I qualify?
You enter our mentorship programme to launch your business and gain clients.
Ready to Begin Your PT Career?
Book your free consultation to see if you're the right fit for our mentorship programme, or start your application now.