Instructing Exercise and Fitness

Qualification type: Apprenticeship Location:
Subject area:
Apprenticeships
Level: 2
Course Code: PA0063 Leaflet Number: 16319
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Qualification type: 
Apprenticeship
Level: 
2
Subject area: 
Apprenticeships
Location: 
External to college

What are the aims of this course?

Apprenticeships allow 16+ year olds to start work and earn a wage, while learning new skills that lead to nationally recognised qualifications. Apprenticeships are designed with the help of employers in the industry, so they offer a structured programme that takes apprentices through the skills needed to do a job well. Most of an apprentice's training takes place on the job but they will also have to complete off-the-job training within college by day release or over a number of days in a block. Exercise and fitness apprentices work towards a nationally-recognised competence based qualification and also a knowledge-based qualification.

What are the areas covered by this course?

The NVQ Diploma covers the following:
- Anatomy and physiology for exercise
- Promote health, safety and welfare in active leisure and recreation
- Principles of exercise, fitness and health
- Work with clients to help them adhere to exercise and physical
activity
- Reflect on and develop own practice in providing exercise and physical activity
- Plus optional units

What are the areas covered by this course?

The CYQ Certificate covers the following:
- Bones and joints
- Muscles and muscle actions
- Cardiovascular and respiratory systems
- Components of fitness
- How to plan and teach safe and effective exercise sessions
- The principles of training
- How to adapt exercise to suit varied fitness levels
- How to use a range of teaching skills
- The body's systems and its response to exercise
- Health and safety factors
- How to motivate and support clients

What qualifications do I need to do this course?

Competition for places with employers can be fierce, so applicants will need to show that they are committed, happy to work as part of a team and individually, and able to use their own initiative.

How is the course assessed?

The apprenticeship is assessed through a combination of work-based evidence compiled as a portfolio, worksheets, practicals involving planning, teaching and evaluating, and a theory paper.

Which qualification will I be awarded if I successfully complete the course?

At the end of the programme apprentices will have achieved:
- City & Guilds Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Instructing Exercise and Fitness
- CYQ Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
- Key Skills in Application of Number and Communication
- Employee Rights and Responsibilities
- Personal Learning and Thinking Skills

What will I be able to go on to do after I've completed this course?

On completion of the Instructing Exercise and Fitness Apprenticeship at level 2 apprentices can go on to complete the Instructing Exercise and Fitness Advanced Apprenticeship.

What are the career opportunities?

Apprentices who have completed their training can work as a holiday centre worker, leisure centre assistant, sports development officer, outdoor activities instructor, or sports coach. On completion of the advanced apprenticeship at level 3 there may be opportunities to progress to supervisory or managerial positions, move into self-employment, or become a trainer.

Attendance

Day release

Course length

1 Year(s)

How do I apply?

To register your interest in a course, you need to complete an application form. To obtain an application form call our freecall number on 0800 068 8585 or email slt@themanchestercollege.ac.uk.

You can also apply on line for the Instructing Exercise and Fitness course.

Please note, the course information on this website is provided as a reference guide only and is subject to change. It is therefore important that you check all course details, including location, timetable, fee, etc, at enrolment as the college operates a no refund policy.