Please note this qualification has now been withdrawn
This qualification is aimed at the learner who wants to pursue a career in the active leisure sector as a teacher of exercise, movement and dance to adults.
Learners will cover:
Skills, knowledge and understanding relating to the qualification:
- 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 - how to maintain health, safety and welfare in a variety of fitness environments, including safeguarding
- how to programme safe and effective exercise for a range of clients, the health benefits of physical activity and the importance of healthy eating
- how to communicate with clients effectively, and motivate clients to adhere to an exercise programme
- the skills and knowledge required to plan and prepare a group exercise, movement and dance session with apparently healthy adults - both individuals and groups.