Sports and Fitness Therapy
Vocational qualification
In Roby
Description
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Type
Vocational qualification
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Location
Roby
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Duration
1 Year
This course enables the successful candidate to act as an assistant to a higher skilled therapist and to introduce clients to a range of sports and fitness therapies. Learners will also be able to plan and deliver safe exercise sessions within a gym.These relate to a wide range of activities. You will gain a Level 2 Sports and Fitness Therapy qualification and a Level 2 Gym Instructor.
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About this course
4 GCSEs Grade D, incl. English. (Maths D for some courses). Or Pass in Level 1 Vocational Qual., Merit for BTECs, plus Key Skills Level 1 Comm. (App. of Number for some courses) or equivalent. Diplomas require Functional Skills in ICT, Maths and English.
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Subjects
- Fitness
- Gym Instructor
- Therapist
- Sports
- Fitness skills
- Sports Science
- Sports Skills
- Fitness Strategies
- Sports Abilities
- Sport
Course programme
Sports and Fitness Therapy
Course Description
This course enables the successful candidate to act as an assistant to a higher skilled therapist and to introduce clients to a range of sports and fitness therapies. Learners will also be able to plan and deliver safe exercise sessions within a gym.These relate to a wide range of activities. You will gain a Level 2 Sports and Fitness Therapy qualification and a Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification.
Entry Requirements
4 GCSEs Grade D, incl. English. (Maths D for some courses). Or Pass in Level 1 Vocational Qual., Merit for BTECs, plus Key Skills Level 1 Comm. (App. of Number for some courses) or equivalent. Diplomas require Functional Skills in ICT, Maths and English.
Modules Studied:
- Training and Fitness
- Emergency First Aid
- Health and Safety
- Sports Injuries
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Exercise and Fitness Knowledge
- Instructing Gym-based Exercise
Awarding Body: VTCT
Level: L2
Duration: 1 year
Attendance Modes: Day
Assessment: This practically based course is continually assessed through external examination, written assignments, observation and oral evidence, in conjunction with the production of a portfolio. Competence in all modules is required for full certification.
Progression Routes: Fitness Instructor, Sports Therapy Assistant or progress on to a Level 3 Sports Therapy Diploma.
Costs: Contact college for fees
Campus: Roby
Sports and Fitness Therapy