NVQ Diploma in Instructing Exercise and Fitness
This qualification is for individuals who wish to become fitness instructors. Delivered and assessed in the workplace, it is designed so that individuals can gain the knowledge and competence needed in a work-based setting.
The qualification may also appeal to employers who wish to upskill their work force so they are fully competent in the workplace.
Learners will cover:
- 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 - Planning, preparing and delivering safe and effective gym-based exercise programmes
- Programming safe and effective exercise for a range of clients
- The health benefits of phyiscal activity and the importance of healthy eating
- Motivating and communicating effectively with clients
- Health, safety and welfare
| Total credit value: | 37 |
| Guided learning hours: | 242 |
| Ofqual accreditation number: | 501/0519/X |
| CYQ qualification code: | QD2QIEF01 |
| Accreditation start date: | 01/07/2010 |
| Accreditation end date: | 31/12/2013 |
| Certification end date: | 31/12/2015 |
| Click here to view this qualification on the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications |
| Mandatory Units | Credits | GLH |
| Anatomy and Physiologyfor Exercise | 6 | 41 |
| Principles of Exercis, Fitness and Health | 4 | 28 |
| Promote Health, Safety and Welfare in Active Leisure and Recreation | 4 | 30 |
| Work with Clients to Help Them Adhere to Exercise and Physical Activity | 4 | 25 |
| Reflect On and Develop Own Practice in Providing Exercise and Physical Activity | 4 | 23 |
| Optional Units | Credits | GLH |
| Plan Gym-Based Exercise | 9 | 43 |
| Instruct and Supervise Gym-Based Exercise | 8 | 43 |
- Allows learners entry to REPs at Level 2
- REPs CPD points: 20
- None. However, learners require access to clients and the appropriate facilities within a work environment.
- Coursework
- Portfolio of Evidence
- Multiple choice theory paper/eAssessment
- Practical examination
| NVQ Diploma in Instructing Exercise and Fitness | £45 |
| Syllabus | £15 |
| Learner Assessment Record | FOC |
 | Available for free download for CYQ approved centres:
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