Level 4 Exercise For Obese Clients

Advance your career with our Level 4 Certificate in Developing Exercise Sessions for Obese Clients. Study online at your own pace and gain the skills to safely plan, deliver, and adapt exercise programmes tailored to clients with obesity.

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Develop exercise programming with our Level 4 Certificate in Developing Exercise Sessions for Obese Clients. Study online at your own pace with expert support, learn to plan, deliver, and adapt tailored exercise sessions, and become a highly-skilled practitioner ready to work with clients with obesity.
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£699 finance - £38.83/monthly

Course Overview

Build your expertise with our Level 4 Certificate in Developing Exercise for Obese Clients. Study online at your own pace with support from experienced tutors, and learn how to plan, deliver, and adapt safe and effective exercise sessions for clients with obesity

Qualify as a Level 4 Certificate in Developing Exercise Sessions for Obese Clients. Study fully online at your own pace, typically completing in 2-4 weeks, with up to 2 years available if you need extra time.

  • Learners must hold a Level 3 Personal Training qualification or an equivalent fitness qualification. 
  • Some experience of gym-based exercise and basic communication skills are also recommended.
  • Learners must be at least 16 years old.

The course consists of 3 units, offering both practical and theory-based learning opportunities. Our tutors have extensive experience, allowing students to benefit from their knowledge and expertise.

  • Unit 1: Classification of Obesity.
  • Unit 2: Benefits of Physical Activity and Behavioural Strategies for Obese Clients.
  • Unit 3: Planning and Delivering Exercise Sessions for Obese Clients.

Here’s how you’ll be assessed:

  • Portfolio of Evidence: Complete a portfolio for each unit, demonstrating your knowledge and understanding of obesity, physical activity benefits, behavioural strategies, and planning and delivering exercise sessions for obese clients. 
  • Assignments: Submit written assignments to show how you can safely plan, deliver, and adapt exercise programmes tailored to the needs of clients with obesity.

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Advance Your Career with Our Level 4 Exercise Sessions for Obese Clients

Become fully qualified in Exercise Sessions for Obese Clients. Learn from expert tutors, gain the knowledge and practical skills to plan, deliver, and evaluate safe and effective exercise programmes, and help clients improve their health, fitness, and overall wellbeing.

Earning Potential

Qualified fitness professionals in the UK typically earn between £20,000-£35,000 per year, or £18-£30+ per hour for freelance or part‑time work. With your Level 4 qualification and by specialising, offering one‑to‑one training, group sessions, or multi‑week client programmes, your earning potential rises significantly, especially if you build a strong client base.

Where You Can Work

You can work in gyms, health and wellness centres, rehabilitation clinics, or operate independently as a self-employed fitness professional. Many graduates also combine one-to-one sessions with group programmes, run multi-week courses, or specialise in working with clients with obesity to improve fitness, mobility, and overall health and wellbeing.

Career Opportunities

This qualification opens doors to roles as a personal trainer, health and wellness coach, or freelance fitness professional. You could specialise in areas such as designing and delivering exercise programmes for clients with obesity, running one-to-one or group sessions, monitoring client progress, and leading multi-week training courses tailored to individual health and fitness goals.

Flexible Schedule

Work full-time or part-time, freelance or employed in gyms, fitness studios, community centres, or online. Many fitness professionals create flexible schedules, combining one-to-one sessions, group classes, and multi-week programmes specifically designed for clients with obesity. With the right setup, you can build a working pattern that fits your lifestyle while helping clients improve health, fitness, confidence, and overall wellbeing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What qualification will I receive from the Level 4 Certificate in Developing Exercise Sessions for Obese Clients?

You’ll receive a fully recognised Level 4 certificate, equipping you with the knowledge and skills to plan, deliver, and adapt exercise programmes specifically for clients with obesity.

Yes. Learners must hold a Level 3 Personal Training qualification or equivalent. Some experience of gym-based exercise is recommended, and a basic level of communication skills is required. You must also be a minimum of 16 years old

With extensive experience in fitness and instructor training, Diverse Trainers is one of the UK’s leading providers of CPD and specialist fitness qualifications. Our courses are nationally recognised, and thousands of graduates have successfully launched careers in gyms, studios, community centres, and online.

The course is fully online and flexible. Most learners complete it within 4-6 weeks, but you have up to 2 years to finish, allowing you to study around work, family, or other commitments.

The course includes 3 mandatory units, offering both theory and practical learning opportunities:

  • Unit 1: Classification of Obesity.
  • Unit 2: Benefits of Physical Activity and Behavioural Strategies for Obese Clients.
  • Unit 3: Planning and Delivering Exercise Sessions for Obese Clients.

Yes, the Level 4 Certificate is nationally recognised. Graduates can work in gyms, studios, community centres, or freelance as specialised fitness professionals supporting clients with obesity. Many also combine this qualification with personal training, exercise referral, or online coaching.

You’ll receive full support from expert tutors, access to an interactive online platform, video demonstrations, downloadable study materials, and guidance throughout your learning journey.

Yes, we offer flexible payment plans and installment options, making it easy to start your training without delay. Contact our team for current offers.

Yes. After completing this course, you can advance your career with our other qualifications. For example, our Level 4 Strength & Conditioning, Level 3 Sports Massage, Level 4 Nutrition for Weight Management & Athletic Performance, or our Pilates and Mat-Instructor courses. 

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