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Level 4 Strength and Conditioning Course
You can already write a good programme. Learn to coach athletes and performance, so you’re the one they ask.
- Needs a Level 3 PTOurs or another provider’s
- 6 to 9 monthsTypical study time
- OnlineVideo-based assessment
Cast Iron Guarantee and 14 days to change your mindAfter a £200 deposit, 0% over 12 months, using the price with your code. Finance is subject to status. Payment options
- Awarding body
- Focus AwardsOfqual regulated
- Qualification
- Level 4 DiplomaStrength and conditioning
- How you study
- OnlineVideo-based assessment
- Entry
- Level 3 PTOurs or another provider’s
- Study time
- 6 to 9 monthsTypical
- Marking
- 3 working daysWith video feedback
From PT to strength and conditioning coach
The Level 4 Strength and Conditioning Diploma is the next step for personal trainers who want to coach athletes and performance.
You finish with an athlete case study and a 12-week programme you’ve designed, so you can show what you can do.
Who this is for, and who it isn’t
This is for you if
- You hold a Level 3 PT qualification
- You want to coach athletes, teams or performance clients
- You want to be known for strength and conditioning
Look elsewhere if
- You don’t hold a Level 3 PT yet: start with the PT Diploma, or Advanced Coach
Show what you can do
Online, with video-based assessment.
Learn online
Fifteen modules, at your own pace.
Film your coaching
Video-based practical assessment.
Athlete case study
Assess a real athlete and plan for them.
12-week programme
Design a full programme and justify it.
15 modules
- Developing a Needs Analysis for Sport
- Testing & Profiling
- Creating an Athlete Case Study
- Planning & Periodisation
- Fundamentals of Resistance Training
- Session Design
- Coaching Science
- Linear Speed
- Deceleration, Change of Direction & Agility
- Plyometrics, Jumps & Throws
- Coaching Weightlifting Techniques
- Energy System Conditioning
- Training the Trunk
- Training the Youth Athlete
- Advanced Training Techniques
Who awards it
Awarded by Focus Awards and regulated by Ofqual.
- Level
- Level 4 Diploma
- Entry
- A Level 3 PT qualification
£1,799, or £1,599 with your code
Pay in full, or spread it at 0% over 12 months: £116.58 a month after a £200 deposit. Finance is subject to status.
You’re never studying alone
Self-paced isn’t the same as on your own. You have dedicated tutors to speak to and learn from.
Usually the same day, always within 24 hours.
In working days, with personalised video feedback.
A week, weekends included.
While your course access is active.
Every piece of work marked within 3 working days, with personalised video feedback on how you coach. It comes as standard on every package.
*Over three times faster than the 10 working days other providers publish.
Personalised video feedbackQuestions people ask before enrolling
Do I need a qualification first?
Yes. You need a Level 3 PT qualification, ours or another provider’s.
How long does it take?
Most people take 6 to 9 months, studying at their own pace.
How am I assessed?
Online, with video-based assessment, an athlete case study and a 12-week programme you design.
Can I pay monthly?
Yes. Spread the cost interest-free over up to 12 months, with finance or a Direct Debit plan, or pay in 3 with Klarna at checkout. Finance is subject to status.
Can I change my mind?
Yes. You have 14 days from enrolment to change your mind, for any reason.
Be the reason somebody lasts a full season
Get the Info & Price Guide with your code, or book a 10-minute call.
- Every course, package and price
- Your enquiry code, valid for 14 days
- Four ways to pay, including 0% plans up to 12 months
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