Get Qualified with Confidence

The Core Diploma is perfect for those who want to become a personal trainer without paying for business coaching, bonus modules or lifetime perks they won’t use. This streamlined course gives you everything you need to qualify, gain confidence, and start working with clients - without the unnecessary fluff.

✔ Recognised Nationwide - Gain the Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma Practitioner in Personal Training
✔ 100% Online & Flexible - Study at your own pace, in your own time
✔ 12 Months of Access - Enough time to complete the course without long-term commitment
✔ Direct, No-Frills Support - Ask questions via email or in the Apex student community
✔ The Most Affordable Way to Get Fully Qualified



Who Is This For?

✅ Anyone looking for a budget-friendly, flexible way to become a qualified personal trainer
✅ Students and career changers who don’t need business coaching or bonus extras
✅ People who are confident studying independently and want a recognised qualification without overspending

This is the no-nonsense option for people who want to get qualified, start working, and keep things simple.



What’s Included in the Core Diploma?

🎓 Level 3 Personal Training Qualification

  • Graduate with the Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma Practitioner in Personal Training

  • Recognised across the UK and accepted by major gym chains

🎥 Video Lessons

  • Learn essential theory and practical skills, from anatomy and physiology to programme design and client support

📥 Downloadable Slides & Workbooks

  • Study in your own time with structured, easy-to-follow materials

📝 Theory & Practical Assessments

  • Complete workbook assessments at your own pace

  • Submit practical assessments via video, or attend in-person if you're based near Essex

💬 Support from Tutors

  • Ask questions via email or inside the Apex Community Group on Thinkific

⏳ 12 Months of Access

  • Work at your own pace with one year of full course access



What’s Not Included (By Design)

We’ve stripped away the extras to keep your cost down. This course does not include:

🚫 Bonus business modules
🚫 1-to-1 Zoom support
🚫 Lifetime access
🚫 Lifetime discounts on future courses

If you’d like those features, you may want to explore the Extended Diploma instead.



What Students Say

"I wanted to get qualified without spending more than I needed. The Core Diploma was perfect—clear, flexible and everything I needed to start training clients." – Sam M.

"The process was simple and stress-free. Great content, helpful support when I needed it!" – James P. 



Choose the Smart, Straightforward Route to Qualification

💰 Just £1,000 if paid in full
💳 Or spread the cost over:
• 12 months at £100/month
• 24 months at £50/month

✅ Fully recognised Level 3 qualification
✅ Instant access to all course materials
✅ 12 months to complete
✅ Email and community support