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iTEC Diploma in Personal Training Course
ITEC RQF LEVEL 3 (EQF LEVEL 4)
Aim of the Course:
The main aim of the VTCT/ITEC Diploma in Personal Training course is to enable learners to gain the necessary practical and theoretical skills in order to plan and instruct Personal Training sessions for clients in a gym setting and/or in a private training facility. This qualification will enable students to work with a variety of client goals for the general population as well as supporting clients with medical considerations in their health and fitness journey. Students who complete this course will also complete the full Award in Nutrition for Physicial Activity which will enable learners to prescribe a detailed Nutrition programme for their clients both remotely and in person.
This combination course option includes:
- iTEC Certificate in Fitness Instruction
- iTEC Diploma in Personal Training
- iTEC Award in Nutrition for Physical Activity
- The IHF First Responder Course
- Certificate in Group Instruction including:
- Circuit Training
- H.I.I.T.
- Indoor Studio Cycling
- Kettlebell Instruction
- Hybrid Conditioning
Unit Overview:
iUSP159 | Anatomy & Physiology for Exercise |
iUSP179 | Health, safety & welfare in a fitness environment |
iUSP143 | Principles of Exercise, fitness & health for Contraindicated clients |
iUSP172 | Business & Client Care |
iUSP152 | Planning gym-based exercise |
iUSP144 | Instructing gym-based exercise |
iUSP169 | Applying the principles of Nutrition |
iUSP146 | Anatomy and physiology for exercise and health |
iUSP154 | Advanced Programming for Personal Training clients |
iUSP164 | Delivering Personal Training sessions |
IHF | Heartsavers CFR / AED Course |
Course Fee:
Course Fee: €2,395
- €600 deposit to secure your place on the course
- Payment plan option available
You may be eligable for a Training Support Grant of up to €1,000. Check with your local welfare office for details. Payment plan options are available.
Dublin – DCU Sports Campus
| Course | Days | Time | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Part Time | Every Tuesday Evening (online) | 7:00pm - 9:00pm | 18th April 2026 - December 2026 |
| + Every Second Saturday (DCU) | 10:00am - 5:00pm | ||
| Autumn Part Time | Every Wednesday Evening (online) | 7:00pm - 9:00pm | 3rd October 2026 - May 2027 |
| + Every Second Saturday (DCU) | 10:00am - 5:00pm |
Waterford – DCU Sports Campus
| Course | Days | Time | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part Time | Wednesday Evenings (Online) | 7:00pm - 9:30pm | Oct 2026 - May 2027 |
| + Every Second Saturday (SETU Arena) | 10:00am - 5:00pm |
Enrolment
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