Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (Gym)

For those who wish to train to a professionally competent level, enabling them to prescribe, plan and deliver safe and effective exercise programmes within a gym or health club environment

The Active IQ Certificate in Fitness Instructing (Gym) is a vocationally related qualification (VRQ), at level 2 on the National Qualifications Framework. It also provides access onto The Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) at level 2.

• To develop candidate's knowledge of anatomy and physiology and how it relates to exercise and fitness
  
• To develop candidate's ability to plan and deliver safe and effective gym sessions
  
• To provide candidates with the knowledge to develop good customer service and the personal qualities required by the exercise and fitness industry
  
• To provide candidates with the knowledge and skills to offer emergency first aid and an awareness of health and safety in an exercise and fitness environment
  
• To provide candidates with the opportunity to progress to further qualifications in the exercise and fitness industry - see below

This qualification is delivered over three day. Two work shop days, and an assessment day.

• Multiple-choice theory paper externally set and marked by Active IQ - 70% pass mark required.
  
• Health and Safety Worksheet
  
• Session plan introduction, Par-Q screening form
  
• Direct observation of candidate teaching a session marked standardised criteria