YMCA Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Instructing Exercise and Fitness

YMCA Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Instructing Exercise and Fitness [1]

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Overview

This qualification is for individuals who wish to become fitness instructors. Delivered and assessed in the workplace, it is designed so that individuals can gain the knowledge and competence needed in a work-based setting.

The qualification may also appeal to employers who wish to upskill their work force so they are fully competent in the workplace.

Learners will cover:

Anatomy and physiology including:
- the heart and circulatory system
- the respiratory system
- structure and function of the skeleton
- musculoskeletal system
- postural and core stability
- the nervous and energy systems and their relation to exercise
Planning, preparing and delivering safe and effective gym-based exercise programmes
Programming safe and effective exercise for a range of clients
The health benefits of physical activity and the importance of healthy eating
Motivating and communicating effectively with clients
Health, safety and welfare

Accreditation:

Allows learners entry to REPs at Level 2 REPs 20 point CPD logo

Level of entry onto REPS: Level 2

Total credit value:	37
Guided learning hours:	242
Total Qualification Time:	370
Qualification number:	501/0519/X
YMCA Awards qualification code:	QD2QIEF02
Operational start date:	01/07/2010
Click here to view this qualification on the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications [2]
Download the qualification purpose statement [3]
Download the qualification specification [4]

Structure

Mandatory units (Learners must complete all units to achieve 22 credits)	Credits	GLH
Anatomy and Physiology for Exercise	6	41
Principles of Exercise, Fitness and Health	4	28
Promote Health, Safety and Welfare in Active Leisure and Recreation	4	30
Work with Clients to Help Them Adhere to Exercise and Physical Activity	4	25
Reflect On and Develop Own Practice in Providing Exercise and Physical Activity	4	23

Optional units (The learner must achieve one complete pathway, i.e. Plan and Prepare Gym-Based Exercise and Instruct and Supervise Gym-based Exercise)	Credit	GLH
Plan and Prepare Health Related Exercise and Physical Activity to Children	8	55
Instruct Health Related Exercise and Physical Activity to Children	7	40
Plan and Prepare Group Exercise to Music	8	33
Instruct Group Exercise to Music	8	43
Plan and Prepare Gym-Based Exercise	9	43
Instruct and Supervise Gym-Based Exercise	8	43
Plan and Prepare Water-Based Exercise	8	35
Instruct Water-Based Exercise	8	41

Entry requirements

Learner prerequisites

None, however, learners require access to clients and the appropriate facilities within a work environment

Staff approval requirements [5]

Assessment

coursework
portfolio of evidence
multiple choice theory paper/eAssessment
practical examination

Fees and resources

Our fair and transparent pricing policy makes it simple for you to understand what you pay.

Visit our fees [6] page to see our qualification and resource prices.

Print resources

Available for free download for YMCA Awards approved centres:

Syllabus
Learner Assessment Record

Progression routes

YMCA Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Personal Training