There are over 7 million participants in the fitness industry; therefore there is a clear need for every employee to be knowledgeable and competent in the health and fitness industry. The opportunities in Active Leisure Apprenticeships are very broad and are primarily designed for those working as or wanting to work as fitness instructors. This is a competency-based qualification that has been designed to prepare you for a career in the health and fitness leisure industry as a gym-based fitness instructor. You will develop the skills and knowledge needed to plan and instruct gym-based exercise for a variety of individuals. In addition you will be equipped to offer support to clients who take part in exercise and physical activity and be able to reflect on and develop your own practice. Apprenticeships allow you to gain qualifications whilst working – you will be assessed in the workplace and will usually work for at least 30 hours a week. The Apprenticeship is intended for anyone working in the fitness industry and will equip you with skills and qualifications in areas such as anatomy and physiology for exercise, evaluation of exercise, and how to develop your own practice in providing exercise and physical activity.
Name: NVQ 2 Diploma in Instructing Exercise and Fitness Qualification title: NVQ Diploma in Instructing Exercise and Fitness (QCF) Qualification type: Assessment You will be assessed in the workplace. You will build a portfolio of evidence gathered from working with real equipment, facilities and customers, as part of your day to day employment. The evidence required to achieve this qualification will be gathered from working with real equipment, facilities and customers as part of temporary or permanent employment. Throughout this qualification you will develop your knowledge and understanding of the theory underpinning instructing gym-based exercise, fitness and health, anatomy and physiology and health, safety and welfare in the fitness environment. Awarding City & Guilds of London Institute Created 20140710 09:13:46 Updated 20150220 09:22:49
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Title: NVQ Diploma in Instructing Exercise and Fitness (QCF) Qualification: NVQ Diploma in Instructing Exercise and Fitness (QCF) Classification: Leisure, Travel and Tourism