Exercise and Fitness Apprenticeship

Birmingham Metropolitan College

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In Birmingham

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Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Location

    Birmingham

  • Start date

    Different dates available

This apprenticeship could find you working in a gym or spa, helping people to become more fit and active. So if you are keen on exercise and have an interest in nutrition with the ability to motivate people to exercise then this could be the apprenticeship for you. Apprentices who qualify in exercise and fitness will be responsible for the maintenance of the gym, developing session plans and delivering sessions for members, you may also cover reception duties and increasing membership sales. You could also work as an Exercise Instructor, working with children and adults, preparing, delivering and evaluating exercise sessions, such as aerobics, step aerobics, circuit training, and aqua aerobics.

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Location

Start date

Birmingham (West Midlands)
Aston Triangle, B4 7ET

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Subjects

  • Fitness
  • IT
  • Aerobics

Course programme

Entry Requirements

Entry criteria varies depending on the framework that you are studying and the needs of the employer, however a good level of secondary education is expected and many employers expect you to have maths and English GCSE at a C grade or above. Employers also look for skills like motivation, good interpersonal skills, good communication skills and a willingness to learn and will set their own specifications depending on the role.

Delivery and Assessment

The duration of an apprenticeship will vary depending on the needs of the employer but you will be required to complete qualifications during the period usually with set study days. As part of the apprenticeship, there will be a number of specific skills that your employer or college tutor will monitor and observe to prove that you reached a certain level of understanding.

Progression

On completion of this apprenticeship, you could seek work as a Fitness Instructor, Recreation Assistant, Leisure Centre Assistant, or Personal Trainer. There is also the option to progress onto an advanced level apprenticeship.

Career Opportunities

  • Sports Coaches
  • Sports Therapists
  • Physiotherapists
  • Personal Trainers
  • Fitness Instructors
  • Gym Managers
  • PE Teachers

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