HFE (Health and Fitness Education)

HFE: fitness and health training with recognised qualifications

HFE (Health and Fitness Education) is a UK training provider specialising in courses and qualifications for the fitness and health sector. The company presents itself as the leading training provider in the UK fitness industry and states it has been launching careers since 2007. Its offering combines in-person and online training, with printed and digital learning materials, and access to an online Learner Engagement System (LES).

Training areas

HFE's catalogue covers several disciplines within fitness and health, with courses organised by specialism and level. The main areas include:

• Personal training: Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing, Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training, Level 3 Nutrition to Support Physical Activity and Level 4 Sport and Exercise Nutrition Coach, plus online versions and a Level 4 Diploma in Coaching Body Transformations.
• Pilates: Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Mat Pilates, Level 4 Certificate in Instructing Pilates Matwork, Reformer Pilates Teacher Course and Pilates CPD courses.
• Yoga: Level 3 Yoga Teacher Training, Yoga for Older Adults and Yoga for Pre and Postnatal Clients, with online options.
• Exercise to music: Level 2 Exercise to Music Instructor, Aqua, Indoor Cycling, Step and Studio Strength courses.
• Sports massage: Level 3 Diploma and Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy.
• Exercise specialist: Level 3 GP Exercise Referral Diploma, Exercise for Disability and Impairments, Exercise for Older Adults, Pre and Postnatal Exercise Instructor, Supporting Clients through the Menopause, Level 4 Low Back Pain Certificate and Level 4 Obesity and Diabetes Certificate.
• Nutrition: Level 3 Nutrition to Support Physical Activity, Eating Disorders in Sport and Exercise, Nutrition Supplements for Sport and Exercise, Nutrition for Pre and Postnatal Clients, Understanding Childhood Obesity, and Level 4 Sport and Exercise Nutrition Coach, plus Nutrition for Health and Weight Management.
• Health and wellbeing: Level 4 Health and Wellbeing Coaching Practitioner, Level 4 Behaviour Change Practitioner, Level 3 Motivational Interviewing for Health and Wellbeing, Level 3 Solution-Focused Coaching Practitioner, Level 3 Menopause Practitioner, Level 3 Exercise Referral and Long-Term Conditions, and Level 2 Mental Health Awareness and Support.
• GLP-1 and Weight Loss Medications Course.

Training formats and resources

The company structures its training in three ways: individual courses to gain a specific qualification, pre-built training packages designed for a particular role in the sector, and custom packages that combine several courses according to the learner's career goals. Learning is flexible and designed to fit each student's pace and availability.

HFE provides students with resources such as a blog, articles on personal training, nutrition, pilates and yoga, mock exams, sample training manuals and a CV Connect section. It also offers staff training and military training, and delivers courses at various venues.

Teaching team and methodology

Training is delivered by a multidisciplinary team of clinical and exercise specialists, including doctors, dietitians and physiotherapists. Each student has a dedicated tutor from the start of the course. The learning materials, both printed and digital, are produced by industry experts and are designed to be inclusive and to adapt to each student's needs.

Accreditations and recognition

HFE states it holds CIMSPA's highest quality mark (Enhancing) and is certified to ISO 9001, as well as being recognised by UKAS. Its qualifications are approved by employers in the sector and have international recognition. The company reports having received 2,539 reviews on Trustpilot with a score of 4.9 out of 5.

Pricing and training philosophy

The company states that its prices reflect the value of the training, with continuous investment in expert teaching, clinical expertise and learner support. HFE presents itself as an award-winning provider focused on helping students reach their full potential in the fitness industry.