Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing
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Course Overview
Who is this qualification for?
Level 2 Certificate in Instructing Gym-based Exercise is a VRQ aimed at learners who are either in a full-time level 2 education programme, a part time programme at a college or with a private training provider, and wish to pursue a career as an employed fitness instructor of gym-based exercise. The qualification is based on the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) professional standards for instructing gym based exercise.
What are professional standards?
A professional standard is a framework which defines the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to perform certain tasks relating to a job role. These standards will gradually be embedded into qualifications by Awarding Organisations to replace the current qualifications that are underpinned by National Occupational Standards (NOS). Within the sport sector these standards are employer led and facilitated by CIMSPA. The CIMSPA professional standards outlines the knowledge and skills required to underpin the occupations and job roles within the sport and physical activity sector.
The qualification includes all the required elements to work effectively as a gym instructor. Learners must achieve all mandatory units which include:
· Anatomy and physiology for exercise and fitness professionals
· Professional practice for exercise and fitness professionals
· Exercise, fitness and lifestyle consultation and management
· Planning and instructing gym-based exercise programmes
Throughout this qualification, learners will develop their knowledge and understanding of relevant anatomy and physiology. They will also develop the knowledge, understanding and skills to pre-screen clients and check their readiness to exercise, health and safety and induct individuals and small groups to gym equipment. They will also plan and instruct gym-based exercise programmes. In parallel, learners will develop their communication and customer service skills, their awareness of environmental sustainability and their commercial skills, all of which are valued highly by employers. Problem solving, team working skills and research skills will also be developed.
Assessment Methods
Coursework/Project.
Multiple Choice Examination.
Portfolio of Evidence.
Practical Demonstration/Assignment.
Duration of Study
12 weeks
Some experience of gym-based exercises, including free weights, is highly recommended.
The course requires physical exertion, and individual participation is essential; therefore, a degree of physical fitness is necessary.
There is an element of communication (discussing, presenting, reading and writing) involved and learners should have basic skills in communication pitched at level 2.
£168 plus £55 exam fee.
Free for the unemployed or low waged.
Course Summary
Study campus:
City
Study option(s):
Part time
Course level:
Level 2
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Making your application
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Fees and funding
If you are aged 16-18 and applying for a full-time programme, then you will not have to pay for your course. If you are aged 19+ then there may be a fee for your course.
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