Exercise & Fitness Instructor - NVQ Level 2

Exercise & Fitness Instructor - NVQ Level 2

Course ID:
PC65177

Academy:
Tourism, Hospitality and Sport

Introduction:
This course covers intermediate theoretical and practical elements that are essential for planning, preparing and delivering safe, effective, professional exercise and fitness sessions.

Study Mode & Location:
This one year Part-Time+ course will be held at Preston College, Fulwood Campus, St Vincent`s Road, Preston, PR2 8UR.

Course Content:
This programme will include a mixture of theoretical and practical elements within each qualification offered:

• Gym Instructor Certificate (Central YMCA Qualification Level 2)
• Circuit Instructor Certificate (Central YMCA Qualification Level 2)
• NVQ2 Exercise and Fitness.

Classroom lectures will cover the theoretical aspects which include principles of training, Anatomy and Physiology, Customer Care, Promoting Regular Physical Activity, First Aid and Health & Safety.

Assessment:
Assessments will be carried out by observing and questioning students undertaking practical work. Some aspects will be covered by simulated tasks and assignments. Some units also have mandatory written papers. All assessments are carried out during the course.

As the assessment process becomes more familiar, students will be able to take control in the planning of their own assessments together with the development of a portfolio, which will contain evidence of work. Candidates are responsible for providing a participant for the final practical assessment.

The assessor will observe students working, and assess their performance against national standards. As a student, you will be asked to undertake particular activities in a work related environment. There will also be end of unit tests, examination of theory and the final external assessment of practical work.

Careers & Progression Opportunities:
This course will provide a sound foundation for employment/self employment within the expanding fitness industry, such as teaching and instructing activities in the gym. Alternatively students can progress onto a CYQ level 3 Personal Trainer Award.

Additional Costs: You will need to purchase a t-shirt, sweatshirt and 3 course manuals at a cost of £70.

How To Apply
You will need to complete a Further Education Application Form. These will be available from mid-May.
Many courses have limited places so please return your application form as soon as possible. Following acceptance of your application, the earliest you may enrol is mid-June.

Part-Time+ Course Benefits
Part-Time+ courses are ideal if you are looking to return to education, change career or progress to higher level studies. Courses last between 11 and 18 hours per week, for a full year and fit in with school hours and holidays. They offer:

• support with accessing a variety of funds including an Adult Learning Grant of up to £30 per week.
• a bursary meaning there are reduced tuition fees.
• childcare support.
• transport to and from College.
• an individual development plan to guide you to your next step.
• personal tutor support throughout your course.

Help, Advice & Further Information
If you know of someone who would like to study a course at Preston College but their first language is not English, please contact the Advice Centre on their behalf to discuss the options available.

Opening Hours:
Mon-Thur 9am-7.30pm (9am-5pm during College holidays)
Fri 9.30am-4.30pm

The information contained in this leaflet was correct at the time of production. Preston College however, reserves the right to alter or amend the details contained in this leaflet. This course will run subject to sufficient student numbers.