A lot of people who decide to study a health or fitness qualification are looking to change careers. People who do this will usually already have a job working in either a completely different industry or within the health &amp; fitness industry as a non-professional. Most people in this position will continue working while they study to fund their course and keep a steady income until they are able to jump into their new career.

This will usually happen slowly with people gaining a few clients to start with whilst also keeping their original job. As their client base grows, they will then be able to quit their job and become a full-time health &amp; fitness professional.