Who is this short course for?
The Level 3 Diploma in Exercise Referral is designed for qualified Personal Trainers looking to expand their scope of practice and play a meaningful role in supporting health, wellbeing and behaviour change. Gain the skills and qualifications to work with clients who have medical and long-term health conditions.
Qualification benefits
For individuals
- Become qualified to work with clinical and special populations, including obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular conditions
- Expand the range of clients you can safely and confidently support
- Enhance your professional credibility and long-term career prospects
- Position yourself within healthcare and public health referral pathways
- Open the door to further CPD and progression
Course content
During this short course, participants will study:
- Professional Practice for Exercise Referral
- Understanding Medical Conditions for Exercise Referral
- Planning Exercise Referral Programmes with Patients
- Instructing Exercise with Referred Patients
“The support and flexible approach shown by the team at Portal is really helping to get the best out of my team.”
Caroline Spanton
Beicio Cymru | Welsh Cycling
Qualification delivery and assessment
At Portal we understand the demands of modern work life. We know that your work commitments, project deliverables, and team responsibilities require careful balance. That’s why we’ve shaped a flexible learning approach that allows you to hone your skills without having to compromise your ongoing commitments.
This short, focused programme is delivered over three sessions:
- Session 1: Theory (online via MS Teams)
- Session 2: Theory (online via MS Teams)
- Session 3: Practical, client-based assessment (face-to-face)
Designed to fit around busy professionals, with a blend of online learning and practical assessment.
- Assessor observation
- Practical assessment
- Assignments and case study
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) where appropriate
Applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements;
Individuals must:
- Reside in Wales
- Be 19 years or over
- Not currently be enrolled or accessing any other Welsh Government-funded programme
- Already hold a Level 3 Personal Training qualification
