Qualitop & Qualicert
Health-insurance recognised – fitness centres across Switzerland can employ you.
Your leading Swiss fitness academy
Recognised fitness and group fitness training courses
Turn your hobby into a profession – 100% flexible & location-independent. Theory online, practice on site, recognised qualification.
- Qualification recognised across Switzerland
- ISO 9001:2015 certified by an external body
- Theory online, practice on site
Over 15,000 successful graduates trust us.
Find your course
Three questions, no sign-up – then you’ll know which course fits you.
Question 1/3
What appeals to you most?
Recognised throughout Switzerland
The most common question first: yes – with your diploma you can work in any fitness centre in Switzerland. These recognitions and partnerships stand behind it:
SVBO
The Swiss industry association – your path to the industry certificate.
SFGV seal
SFGV-recognised module exams – your admission to the final exam “Specialist in Physical Activity and Health Promotion with Swiss federal diploma”.
SBFI
Federally recognised for subsidies – federal contributions on the way to the federal exam.
TÜV ISO 9001:2015
Externally certified training and process quality.
Swiss Active
Member of the leading association of the Swiss fitness industry.
What our graduates say
I have already been able to attend several trainings and continuing education courses in the fitness field. The whole thing always ended in stress and performance pressure. At the update Akademie I felt comfortable from the very first moment and I have never learned with so much pleasure and so unforced. I am incredibly looking forward to everything still to come. Your commitment is fantastic!
Through the training I was able to turn my hobby into a profession. With the professionally equipped platform, the training to become a fitness and movement trainer is really a lot of fun.
The online course is great, can only recommend it.
The course instructors were competent and the training instructive. The online platform is clear and practical.
The course instructors are very competent. I really enjoyed our discussions on various topics because they were so exciting. Sometimes something wouldn't sink in and they always took the time so that you understand it. I also learned a lot about my own training. I was doing certain things correctly in the implementation but didn't even know it. After the course I understood a great deal and also learned many things that I didn't know.
The course was very enriching and prepares you optimally for everyday professional life. I was able to deepen my knowledge in many areas and would definitely recommend it!
The update Akademie in figures
15’000+successful graduates
ISO 9001:2015externally certified quality management
1’300+Fitness centres in Switzerland – your job opportunities
Your path to your diploma
1
discover training courses & enrol
Choose the training that suits you and receive access to the learning platform immediately after your order. You can start your training at any time!
2
complete the training
The learning platform offers all the tools and content you need for your new profession and helps you prepare optimally for your exam. You discuss your questions during the online consultation hours and the practice days directly with our experts.
3
finish with a diploma
Your training ends with the exam, after which you receive your diploma, which certifies the competences you have built up in the fitness field and creates trust with employers and clients! Your diploma is valid for life – without licence fees.
Who trains you
Specialists with years of hands-on experience.
Michalis Giannakopoulos
Head of Fitness, Health and Athletics · M.Sc. Sports Science, focus on elite sport
Naomi Kempter
Specialist · B.Sc. Sports Science and Psychology, University of Bern · CAS Sports Nutrition · independent sports nutrition adviser
Christina Strecke
Over 25 years in the fitness industry · qualified nutrition adviser, fitness and personal trainer · has run her own health and coaching company for 8 years
Daniela Stark
Head of department · teaching since 2001 · qualified fitness trainer and nutrition adviser · master trainer for P.I.I.T, UpCon and Powerstep
What this means for you
You can work anywhere in Switzerland
Your diploma is recognised across the industry – Qualitop and Qualicert open the door to every Swiss fitness centre.
You set the pace
Theory online, in your own rhythm. Five hours a week or forty – you start whenever you like and finish when you are ready.
You practise with specialists
On the practical days and in the online consultations you work directly with our experts.
Your diploma stays valid
For life, with no licence fees and nothing to buy again.
Don't know which training to start with?
Get to know us at the free online info evening – 30 to 45 minutes, no obligation. We show you all the paths to your dream profession.
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→Do you have questions about your dream training?
We take the time for you – without obligation and free of charge.