Full Time Sport NVQ 2 Exercise & Fitness Gym Instruction

Sport - Sport NVQ 2 Exercise & Fitness Gym Instruction - F7206
Subject Area : Sport, Travel, Tourism
Centre : Langley Campus
Interview Required : Yes
Start Date: 07/09/2009
Day/Time TBC, 0900-1630
Introduction
Interested in The Health & Fitness Industry? Want to become a fitness professional? This course gives you the chance to do exactly this! If you would like to teach people in the fitness industry, this course provides all of the necessary skills. It is suitable for both those already working in the industry and those who wish to become a fitness instructor.

Description
The course aims to train students to a professionally competent level in the teaching of safe, effective and enjoyable gym sessions. Students will practice and be assessed on their ability to plan, deliver and evaluate a variety of fitness sessions. In addition to the coaching components of the course students will examine areas such as: *Anatomy & Physiology *The Principles and Components of Fitness *The Benefits of Exercise *Exercise Prescription & Evaluation *Safe and Effective Delivery *Customer Service *Health & Safety You will also use be encouraged to use a variety of cardiovascular and resistance machines, free weights and flexibility exercises in a working gym.

Duration
One year.

Method of Study
You will study through a series of lectures, seminars and practical sessions using gym & sports facilities at the College and within the industry. There are a variety of forms of assessment including continual assessment of coursework, presentation work and role play examination. You will also study and be assessed on a variety of personal and core skills such as Communication, Mathematics, IT and your ability to work as a member of a team.

Progression
The qualification is recognised and required for employment within the fitness industry. It also forms the foundation for those wishing to teach Exercise To Music, Step, Aqua and Circuit Training or progression to the Level 3 Personal Training qualification and or Advanced Instructor qualifications.