Advanced Personal Trainer (APT)

NAT Advanced Skills Diploma · 30 Hours Advanced Personal Trainer Develop a broader, more evidence-informed approach to strength, conditioning, performance training and client progression. Designed for qualified personal trainers and fitness professionals, this five-module online diploma brings together resistance training, strength and conditioning for rehabilitation, Olympic lifting, kettlebell training and sports nutrition. Learn from experienced coaches, competitors and educators while studying flexibly at your own pace. Study time 30 hours Structure 5 required modules Format Online and self-paced Completion Assessment and diploma What you will learn Build stronger, safer and more purposeful training programmes. Apply advanced resistance-training principles to support strength, muscular development and physical performance. Select and progress exercises around an individual client’s ability, objectives and training experience. Incorporate strength and conditioning principles into rehabilitation and return-to-performance programmes. Understand the technical foundations and coaching considerations of Olympic lifting. Introduce kettlebell exercises safely, with attention to technique, progression and programme integration. Develop a practical understanding of nutrition for training, performance, recovery and sustainable client support. Course content Five specialist modules. One integrated diploma. Module 01 Resistance Training Examine advanced resistance-training principles and their application to strength development, muscular adaptation and physical performance. Develop a more informed approach to exercise selection, programming and progression. Presented by Dr. Jason Miller PhD Module 02 Strength and Conditioning for Rehabilitation Explore how progressive strength and conditioning can support injury prevention, rehabilitation and a structured return to activity. Consider exercise selection, workload and the demands of the individual. Presented by Mike McGurn BSc Module 03 Olympic Lifting for Strength and Speed Learn the foundations of Olympic lifting and how appropriate lifting progressions can contribute to strength, speed and athletic development. Particular attention is given to technique, coaching and safe application. Presented by Mike McGurn BSc Module 04 Kettlebell Training 101 Build a sound foundation in kettlebell training, including essential movement patterns, exercise technique, coaching points and sensible progression. Learn how kettlebells can be incorporated into wider training programmes. Presented by Levi Markwardt Module 05 Sports Nutrition Develop a practical understanding of nutrition for performance, training and recovery. Explore how evidence-informed nutrition principles can help trainers communicate effectively while remaining within their professional scope. Presented by Steph Hnatiuk BSc RD What is included? A complete, flexible online learning programme. Five expert-led online course modules Video-based classes and practical demonstrations Supporting digital textbooks and learning resources Online assessments completed through the learning platform Downloadable NAT diploma following successful completion Flexible, self-paced online study with no fixed timetable Suitability Designed for qualified professionals Certified personal trainers Strength and conditioning coaches Athletic trainers and sports-performance professionals Fitness coaches seeking advanced professional development Rehabilitation professionals working within their scope This is a professional continuing-education course. It does not qualify learners to diagnose injuries, prescribe medical nutrition therapy, provide treatment without appropriate qualifications or work beyond their legal and professional scope of practice. Your presenters Learn from experienced performance specialists. Strength and conditioning Mike McGurn BSc Mike McGurn is a respected strength and conditioning coach known for his practical and highly committed approach to performance development. His work has included professional and international rugby, football and university sport. Mike helped St Helens secure the Challenge Cup, Super League and World Club Championship treble before spending eight years helping to develop the Ireland Rugby Union team’s training systems. His experience also includes work with the All Blacks and Manchester United. Resistance and movement science Dr. Jason Miller PhD Dr. Jason Miller has been involved in strength and conditioning and barbell sports for more than 25 years as an athlete, strength coach, weightlifting coach, professor and researcher. Jason is passionate about translating exercise and movement science into practical improvements in performance, rehabilitation and health. He is a founding member of the NAT Sports online teaching faculty. Kettlebell sport and coaching Levi Markwardt Levi Markwardt is a world-class kettlebell sport competitor and a member of Team USA’s World Team through the International Kettlebell Marathon Federation. His achievements include IKMF Master of Sport World Class recognition in Pentathlon and Half Marathon Half Snatch. Levi also delivers specialist workshops, individual programming and coaching for kettlebell athletes at different levels. Sports nutrition Steph Hnatiuk BSc RD Steph Hnatiuk is a Registered Dietitian and fitness coach with more than ten years of experience helping people improve performance, body composition and their relationship with food and exercise. Her teaching focuses on translating evidence-informed nutrition into clear, sustainable and professionally appropriate guidance for athletes, active clients and the professionals who support them. Return to course options ↑