Instructing Health Related Exercise for Children - CYQ Level 2 Certificate

Instructing Health Related Exercise for Children - CYQ Level 2 Certificate

Course ID:
PC87926

Academy:
Sport & Public Services

Introduction:
Children`s fitness has become increasingly important and is a rapidly growing area within the Health & Fitness sector. Many schools, health clubs, leisure centres and instructors run exercise classes and after school clubs for children. This qualification will provide instructors who are equipped with the knowledge, understanding and skills to plan and teach safe, fun and effective classes that inspire and motivate children to participate regularly in fitness activities.

The course is validated by Central YMCA Qualifications (CYQ).

Study Mode & Location:
This part-time course will last for 8 days (4 days if you have previously completed a Level 2 qualification in sport). It will take place on a Saturday and Sunday from 9.30am onwards.

Course Content:
On this course you will learn about:

• the anatomical and physiological changes that take place in children and explore exercise for children at different growth stages.
• a range of class structures for children aged 5-16, aspects of child psychology/motivation.
• nutrition in relation to children.
• safety and potential contra-indications.
• the OFSTED standards individuals are required to meet if they are to work with children.

Assessment:
Assessment will be both practical and theoretical.

Careers & Progression Opportunities:
On completion of this course you could:

• work in a children's fitness studio, a health club, a leisure centre or run an after school club.
• increase your earning potential through this rapidly growing area of fitness.
• increase your club's income by knowing how existing equipment and resources could be used to run children's exercise and fitness classes.
• gain reassurance that children are participating in monitored activities in a safe and fun environment, whilst learning about leading a healthy lifestyle.

How To Apply
You may need to have an informal interview with a Adult Admissions Adviser before enrolling on this course.
Many courses have limited places so please enquire as soon as possible. Following interview, the earliest you may enrol is mid-June.

Money Matters
There are NO fee discounts for this course.

Help, Advice & Further Information
If you know of someone who would like to study a course at Preston College but their first language is not English, please contact the Advice Centre on their behalf to discuss the options available.

Opening Hours:
Mon-Thur 9am-7.30pm (9am-5pm during College holidays)

Fri 9.30am-4.30pm

The information contained in this leaflet was correct at the time of production. Preston College however, reserves the right to alter or amend the details contained in this leaflet. This course will run subject to sufficient student numbers.