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Delivery
Online at a time to suit you with two (1 day intensive) practical days. Missed training and assessments days will incur subsequent fees being charged.
Practical Dates:
These dates are constantly updated and added to and run throughout the year.
Course Information
This online course will provide you with all the necessary up-to-date skills needed to become a Fitness Instructor. The qualification is recognised worldwide and will enable you to work as a Fitness Instructor with any leading fitness provider. Learners have 215 days to complete the course from when they receive their login details - these can take up to 5 working days to come through.
Accredited by
Central YMCA Qualifications
Entry Requirements
Learners should have an active interest in the Sports and Leisure Industry and be focused on a career as a Fitness Professional.
Course Content
During the course you will study and be assessed in:
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Anatomy and physiology including:
- the heart and circulatory system
- the respiratory system
- structure and function of the skeleton
- musculoskeletal system
- postural and core stability
- the nervous and energy systems and their relation to exercise |
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How to maintain health, safety and welfare in a variety of fitness environments, including the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults |
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How to programme safe and effective exercise for a range of clients, the health benefits of physical activity and the importance of healthy eating |
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How to communicate with clients effectively, and motivate clients to adhere to an exercise programme |
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The skills and knowledge required to plan and prepare a gym-based exercise programme with apparently healthy adults - both individuals and groups. This may include young people in the 14-16 age range, provided they are part of a larger adult group. Client groups also covered are older adults, pre and post natal clients clients and disabled clients provided the relevant contraindications and key safety guidelines are observed |
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Assessment
The course is assessed through a portfolio of evidence to include: |
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Two multiple-choice theory exams
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Exercise and Fitness knowledge |
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Gym-based program for an individual client |
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Gym-based practical session |
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There are two worksheets that need to be completed:
- Health and Safety in the Workplace
- Knowing How to Support Your Client |
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Re-assessments and additional Training days will incur fees.
E-Learning Structure
You will be able to study at your own pace at times to suit you and you will have the support from an online tutor. You will complete all the theory-based units using a media-rich interactive package, accessible online anytime and anywhere. Your tutor will be on hand to support you along the way.
Once you have completed the online units you will be required to attend two (1 day intensive) practical courses to develop the necessary skills to become a Fitness Instructor. Your assessments for the course will take place on these practical days.
Full details on the practical days will be discussed with you by your tutor, and when you feel confident to book for your training and assessment you will have a selection of dates to choose from. There is no extra cost for these days and full support will be given from the booking team to ensure you are booked on the right course.
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Minimum system requirements
A PC running Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7 with at least 512MB RAM or anything from the past three years should be fine. You will need your screen/monitor resolution set to 1024x768 or preferably 1280x1024.
You will also need the latest Adobe Flash player/plug-in. Beware that you may need "administration rights" to install or enable this, especially if this is a public, shared or work PC. http://www.adobe.com/ap/products/flashplayer/
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Which browsers do you support?
Internet Explorer version 7 or version 8. Some people have success using Google Chrome, Safari or Mozilla Firefox but we can only guarantee the experience with Internet Explorer.
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| How to Apply |
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Call our Sales Team on +44(0)1223 654564 |
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Email us |
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Print and post the booking form |
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Apply and pay online
Once your place has been confirmed you will be contacted by your tutor. You will then receive course information and your learner login details to access the online learning platform.
You will then be able to choose the practical dates that you wish to attend when you feel ready to do so.
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