Exercise & Fitness Diploma VTCT Level 2

During this course you will study the following modules: Anatomy and physiology for exercise Supporting clients who take part in exercise and physical activity Principles of exercise, fitness and health Planning gym-based exercise Instructing gym-based exercise Factors affecting participation in sport and physical activity Planning and preparing for personal exercise and nutrition Instructing a circuit training session What skills will I gain? By studying this course you will: Develop practical skills in gym-based exercise, delivery of leisure activities, fitness testing and emergency first aid Improve your interpersonal and communication, self evaluation and reflection skills Cover the requisite knowledge and understanding of anatomy, physiology and nutrition, the components of an active and healthy lifestyle and the factors affecting participation in physical activity Develop an understanding of health and safety, safeguarding and child protection, employment rights and responsibilities and the sport and active leisure industry as a whole As part of the programme you will also complete a functional skills programme in either English or maths and an exercise to music option will also be available How will I be assessed? A variety of assessment methods are used including individual and group presentations, case studies, role-plays, question and answer sessions, producing display materials, time constrained assessments, work-based assignments and assessment. This will allow you to develop skills you currently possess and work on new skills that will help you progress, it will also allow you to build a portfolio of evidence and complete other workpacks that are required for you to gain the qualifications in this programme. What can I do next? The skills you will learn from this course will enable you to: Progress onto further education programmes in sport Pursue a career as a fitness instructor in the health and fitness industry