LEVEL 5 PERSONAL TRAINER COURSE

Dependent on which Level 5 course you wish to study, you may need prior qualifications.

For the Level 5 Lower Back Pain Management, Level 5 Obesity and Level 5 Diabetes qualifications, students will be required to hold a Level 4 Personal Training or Exercise Referral qualification (or equivalent).

For the Level 5 Nutrition for Sport and Exercise course, there are no prior qualification prerequisites.

For both programmes, students must be aged 16 or older.

Prices for our Level 5 courses for Personal Trainers start at just €799. All of our courses are available with flexible, 0% interest payment plans. We also offer packages which include multiple advanced qualifications at a discounted rate when booked together.

We believe courses and education should be obtainable and affordable for anyone who wants to start a career within the fitness sector, which is why our prices are cheaper than other providers. We own a vast majority of training venues through our sister company, which allows us to charge less thanks to reduced overheads. We also do not apply unnecessary admin fees, certification charges or exam fees that many of our competitors apply.

Just some of the post-course support services available to our level 5 students include CV distribution, interview tips, and the guarantee of a job interview on completion of your course. 

If your goal is to start or expand your own personal training business, we can also provide you with a range of free business and marketing resources to set you up for the best possible start in the industry. Our dedicated post-course support team can even offer free business consultations!

At OriGym, we also have a huge student alumni system made up of over 250 brands. As an OriGym graduate, you’ll be able to get discounts on career essentials such as software and equipment from some of the world’s largest fitness brands and services.

All of our Level 5 courses for PTs are regulated by Ofqual and endorsed by CIMSPA. Our certificates are all awarded by Focus Awards, a leading awarding body. This guarantees our qualifications are fully recognised by all fitness industry employers and professionals.

OriGym offers a range of different Level 5 qualifications which enable you to develop specialist knowledge in particular areas of fitness and exercise. Which course you study will dictate what you will learn. 

Students in the Lower Back Pain Management course will cover topics such as the types and causes of back pain, posture and movement, assessment techniques and activity planning to aid treatment. 

The Obesity & Diabetes courses cover various aspects of nutrition and diet planning for individuals managing their weight loss and diabetes, including understanding the long-term behaviours of such individuals and how to develop programmes to support them. 

Finally, the Nutrition for Sport & Exercise course covers multiple aspects of nutrition including diet planning, macros and micros, understanding how to plan diets for special populations, and how to plan vegan and vegetarian diets to aid fitness goals.

As an OriGym student, you’ll receive continuous support throughout your course. All of our Level 5 qualifications for personal trainers are studied exclusively via our award-nominated e-learning platform, which is made up of a range of resources, including e-books, interactive resources, online lectures and seminars, training manuals and PDFs, and more.

You’ll also have the full support of our expert tutors, who are available over the phone, via email and using our instant chat box service. This support is available 7-days per week, including evenings, to ensure we accommodate all students. As professionals in their specialist areas, tutors will be able to answer any questions and help guide you through the course, ensuring your success.

Also, as you’re able to study the course at your own pace, and in your own time, there’s no pressure and no stress to stick to difficult deadlines.

Depending on your subject pathway, assessment methods for the course vary. Programmes which include examinations will be completed online, whilst programmes which include a practical assessment must be completed in person at our Dublin venue.

Achieving a Level 5 qualification opens numerous career opportunities by allowing you to train in a specialist area and as a result, work with niche client groups. Being able to cater to clients in a specialist area, such as weight management or diabetes control, qualifies you to apply for roles with much higher salary opportunities.

As an independent personal trainer, having advanced Level 5 qualifications allows you to market yourself as an expert in a specific area of health and fitness, and therefore charge more for your personal training services.