CYQ Level 2 Award In Circuit Training (I) (Wed 6-9)

CYQ Level 2 Award In Circuit Training (I) (Wed 6-9) STA0046 Course Type:
Evenings only Location:
Academy for Sport
Length:
10 weeks - 3 hours
Start date:
03/03/2010 End date:
19/05/2010
Day of week:
VariousTimes:
Fees:
£95.00
Is it for me?
This course is for individuals over the age of 18 (already in possession of a Level 2 qualification in Fitness Instructing) who want to become qualified to teach Circuit Training sessions. Circuit Training sessions are dynamic and exciting classes using small equipment and body weight exercises.
Completion of this award will expand your skills base, help to broaden your experience and potentially increase your future career prospects. The course is also relevant for those individuals who are currently teaching Circuit Training sessions without a formal qualification.
What do I need?
You must already hold a CYQ Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing qualification (or other qualification recognised by the National Qualifications Framework). You should also have practical experience of Circuit Training classes.
What will I study?
To qualify you will need to successfully complete the following units:

• Plan and prepare a Circuit Training Session
• Instruct a Circuit Training Session
• Evaluate a Circuit Training Session

Where will I study?
Academy for Sport at Gateshead International Stadium
Based in cutting edge facilities you'll be in the environment for success - our lecturers and coaches are the top of their game and our facilities are among the best in England with modern, well equipped classrooms, sports science and medicine facilities, a performance lab, an aerobics studio and a superb 83m long athletics hall.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is by way of internally assessed lesson plans, practical assessment (observed by a qualified assessor) and written evaluation of your teaching.
How will I be taught?
You will be taught by a combination of practical and theory based lessons.
What qualification will I get?
CYQ Level 2 Award in Circuit Training
Can I go onto further study?
You could go on to complete another Level 2 qualification in exercise and fitness (e.g. exercise to music, circuits, step etc), or go on to do a Level 3 qualification in exercise and fitness (e.g. Personal Trainer Award).
What are the career opportunities?
You could gain employment in the health and fitness industry as a circuit instructor.
Financial information
If you are aged 16-18 and study on a full-time, further education programme then your course is free. Find out more about finance for 16-18 year olds.
If you are over 18, and your course is not free, then grants and loans may be available to help towards course fees. You can find out more information on financial support by visiting our finance pages.
How do I apply?
You can drop in to our Baltic Campus to complete an application form.
An interview is required for this course.