The Diploma in Personal Training (DPT) is a comprehensive, career-oriented program designed to prepare students to become highly competent fitness professionals. This diploma combines ACE–Certified Personal Trainer (ACE-CPT) with Sports & Applied Nutrition, ensuring strong theoretical knowledge and hands-on practical skills.
This course is ideal for aspiring personal trainers, fitness enthusiasts, gym instructors, and sports professionals who want an internationally aligned curriculum with real-world application.
What Will You Learn?
- Personal Training (ACE–CPT Based Curriculum)
- Role and Scope of a Personal Trainer
- Ethics, Professional Conduct & Client Confidentiality
- Anatomy & Physiology (Muscular, Skeletal, Cardiovascular, Respiratory systems)
- Functional Anatomy & Biomechanics
- Principles of Exercise Science
- Movement Analysis & Postural Assessment
- Health Screening & Risk Stratification
- Fitness Assessments (Body Composition, Cardio, Strength, Flexibility)
- Goal Setting & Client Consultation
- Program Design Principles
- Resistance Training Techniques
- Cardiovascular Training Methods
- Flexibility & Mobility Training
- Core Training Concepts
- Special Population Training (Diabetes, Obesity, Hypertension, Elderly)
- Injury Prevention & Corrective Exercise Basics
- Warm-up, Cool-down & Recovery Strategies
- Personal Training Session Design & Cueing
- Practical Gym Floor Coaching
- ACE-CPT Exam Preparation & Mock Tests
- Sports & Applied Nutrition
- Basics of Nutrition & Nutrients
- Macronutrients: Carbohydrates, Proteins & Fats
- Micronutrients: Vitamins & Minerals
- Water, Hydration & Electrolyte Balance
- Energy Systems & Nutrition
- Nutrition for Strength Training
- Nutrition for Endurance Training
- Pre, During & Post Workout Nutrition
- Body Composition & Fat Loss Nutrition
- Muscle Gain Nutrition Strategies
- Nutrition for General Fitness Clients
- Nutrition for Lifestyle Disorders (Diabetes, Heart Disease, Obesity)
- Vegan & Vegetarian Nutrition Planning
- Supplement Basics (Whey, Creatine, Vitamins – Evidence-based)
- Reading Food Labels & Diet Planning
- Practical Diet Chart Preparation
- Client Counselling & Nutrition Compliance
Course Structure
Duration
- Weekday Batch: 6 Months
- Weekend Batch: 10 Months
Class Timings
- 3 Hours per Session (2 hours CPT + 1 Hour SNS)
Mode of Learning
- Hybrid Mode(Offline + Online)
Teaching Methodology
- Classroom Theory Sessions
- Practical Gym Floor Training
- Live Demonstrations
- Case Studies
- Assessments & Practical Evaluations
- Mock Exams for ACE-CPT
Eligibility
- 10+2 (Any Stream) preferred
- Fitness Enthusiasts & Working Professionals can apply
- No prior certification required
Career Opportunities
After successful completion of the Diploma, students can work as:
- Certified Personal Trainer
- Gym Trainer / Fitness Coach
- Online Fitness Coach
- Sports Nutrition Assistant
- Strength & Conditioning Assistant
- Freelance Trainer
- Studio Trainer
Certification Outcome
- Diploma in Personal Training (KFA)
- Skill India Level 6 Sports Nutritionist
- IHFA CPD Sports Nutritionist (NESTA Approved Optional)
- KFA Sports & Applied Nutrition
- Skill India Level 5 Personal Trainer
- EREPs Level 4 Personal Trainer Registration
- First Aid and CPR
- ACE-CPT Exam Preparation (ACE Exam to be registered separately)
Key Highlights
- International-standard curriculum
- Strong focus on practical training
- Real client handling exposure
- Nutrition + Training combined diploma
- Ideal for gym, studio & online coaching careers