Online Advanced Diploma in Fitness Training

Online dual vocational training:

In accordance with Organic Law 3/2022, a number of significant changes will be introduced to the vocational training system in Spain from the 2024–25 academic year onwards 

• Virtual DUAL Methodology: Students undertaking distance-learning vocational training will complete their work placements in a single 500-hour period during the second year. They will be eligible to undertake these placements once they have passed 30 per cent of the vocational modules and received a favourable assessment from the teaching staff.

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The Work-Based Training (FFE) forms part of the Higher Technical Diploma in Physical Conditioning and will enable you to apply the knowledge acquired during the course in real professional settings linked to sport, fitness and physical activity.

Thanks to UAX’s network of partners, you will be able to undertake this training experience at sports organisations, gyms and specialist centres, broadening your exposure to the professional reality of the sector. UAX has partnerships with leading organisations such as the Rafa Nadal Academy, LaLiga and VIVAGYM, amongst other partner organisations, subject to availability and the student’s profile.

• Francisco José Bravo. Founding partner and Head Coach of Ritual CrossFit. 25 years of experience in the Fitness and Personalised Training sector. Professor of the Master's Degree in Personal Training at UAX.
• Inmaculada Yustres. PhD in Social and Health Research and Physical Activity. Researcher in sports training and performance. University lecturer of the Degree in CAFYD.
• Jesús Núñez. Low Pressure Fitness Coach. Professor of the UAX Master's Degree in Coaching.

Apply for your personalised credit transfer plan

Whether you’ve already completed another qualification, want to switch institutions, or are planning to study for a bachelor’s degree after your vocational course, at UAX we have the perfect plan for you.

Furthermore, after completing the Higher Technical Diploma in Physical Fitness (TSAF), you can request a personalised credit transfer assessment to continue your studies on the Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences (CAFYD) and further develop your career in the fields of sport, training and health.

Find out about your personalised and free credit recognition plan, designed based on the courses you have already completed and those you wish to study here.

Alfonso X El Sabio University has approved and published regulations adapted to Royal Decree 822/2021 to address the transfer and recognition of credits. 

https://www.uax.com/download/9959/file/Normativa-TRC.pdf   

You can access this Higher Level Training Cycle if:

• You are 18 years old or you turn 18 in the year in which the training course begins.
• You are over 16 years old and you are registered as a worker, you are a high-level sportsperson or you have an illness, physical difficulty or dependence that prevents you from attending the training cycle in person.

In addition, you must have at least one of the following academic qualifications:

• Baccalaureate (LOE or LOGSE).
• Specialist Technician or Higher Vocational Training Technician Degree.
• Intermediate Vocational Training Technician's Degree
• Training Cycle or Intermediate Degree
• University Degree
• COU or Pre-university Certificate
• Document that proves that you have passed the 2nd year of any modality of the experimental Baccalaureate.
• Certificate of successful completion of the entrance exams to higher level training cycles.

TSAF stands for Higher-Level Physical Fitness Technician, an official higher-level vocational training qualification that prepares you to design, supervise and evaluate training and physical fitness programmes. This qualification enables you to pursue a career as a personal trainer, fitness coach, sports instructor or group exercise instructor.

Yes. UAX’s online Higher-Level Vocational Training in Physical Fitness (TSAF) is an official higher-level vocational training programme leading to the qualification of Higher-Level Technician in Physical Fitness, which is recognised both academically and professionally throughout Spain.

Yes. The UAX distance-learning TSAF programme is delivered using a flexible online approach that allows you to balance your studies with your personal, professional or sporting life, whilst receiving academic support throughout the course.

The Higher National Diploma in Physical Fitness lasts for two academic years, during which you will acquire the skills needed to work in the fields of training, fitness and physical activity.

At TSAF, you will study subjects relating to physical fitness assessment, gym-based training, music-led group exercise, aquatic fitness, hydrokinesis, postural control and the planning of training programmes tailored to different profiles and objectives.

The Advanced Physical Conditioning Technician (TSAF) qualification is specifically aimed at people interested in sport, physical activity, health and training. It is a suitable option for those who wish to pursue a career as a personal trainer, fitness coach, sports instructor or fitness professional.

To enrol on the Higher-Level Vocational Training Course in Physical Fitness, you must meet one of the entry requirements set for higher-level vocational training courses, such as holding a Baccalaureate qualification, a Vocational Training Certificate or an equivalent qualification recognised under current regulations.

TSAF focuses on training, physical conditioning and career opportunities in the fitness sector, whilst TSEAS is geared towards teaching and leading physical and sporting activities. If your aim is to work as a personal trainer or fitness coach, TSAF is the qualification best suited to that professional profile.

The former TAFAD (Higher Technical Qualification in Physical and Sports Activities) has been replaced by the current courses within the Physical and Sports Activities vocational training family. If you are interested in coaching, fitness and physical training, the qualification most relevant to you at present is the TSAF.

Yes. The programme includes the Work-Based Learning (WBL) component, a training period that will enable you to apply the knowledge you have acquired in real-world professional settings related to sport, fitness, physical activity and health.

As well as the official qualification, you’ll be able to complement your training with industry-recognised certifications such as NSCA-CPT®, one of the leading accreditations for personal trainers, and training linked to Les Mills, an international leader in group exercise and group training.

The Advanced Physical Fitness Technician (TSAF) qualification prepares you for a career in gyms, sports centres, clubs and fitness facilities. Key career paths include personal trainer, fitness coach, sports instructor, group exercise instructor, fitness activities coordinator and hydrokinesis instructor.

Yes. The Higher National Diploma in Physical Fitness equips you with the skills needed to design, supervise and tailor physical training programmes, making it one of the most sought-after training pathways for a career as a personal trainer.

Yes. Once you have completed the Higher Technical Diploma in Physical Fitness (TSAF), you will be able to apply for a personalised credit transfer assessment to continue your studies on university degree programmes such as the Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences (CAFYD), in accordance with current academic criteria.

The cost of the online Advanced Diploma in Physical Fitness (TSAF) may vary depending on the conditions applicable at the time of enrolment. UAX offers various funding options, payment plans and study grants. In addition, students who meet the established criteria may apply for official grants from the Ministry of Education. To find out the current cost of the course and the financial support available, you can request information and receive personalised advice.

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