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  • YMCA Level 2 Diploma in Exercise and Fitness Instructing 603/7285/0

    By completing this qualification, learners will meet industry requirements to become a multi-disciplined Fitness Instructor, meeting the requirements of a range of CIMSPA professional standards.

    YMCA Level 2 Diploma in Exercise and Fitness Instructing

    Qualifications Type

    Occupational Entry

    Qualification Number (QN)

    603/7285/0

    Availability

    Operational start date – 1 May 2021

    Operational end date –

    Certification end date –

    Latest version of qualification –

    Entry Requirements

    • Learners must be ages 16 plus
    • Ideally should have some experience of group or gym-based exercises as participation in a variety of practical sessions will be required throughout the qualification
    • Learners should also have communication skills pitched at level 2 which can be developed during the course.

    Assessments

    Endorsement

    Overview

    By completing this qualification, learners will meet industry requirements to become a multi-disciplined Fitness Instructor, meeting the requirements of a range of CIMSPA professional standards.

    The purpose of this qualification is to provide learners with the skills, knowledge and competence they need to follow a career as an exercise and fitness instructor.

    Learners will meet the requirements of occupational, population and environment specialisms, allowing access to jobs working in the exercise and fitness sector in a range of settings and with a range of clients. 

    Qualification details

    Learners will cover:

    • Anatomy and physiology covering:
      • the heart and circulatory system
      • the digestive system
      • the respiratory system
      • the structure and function of the skeleton
      • the musculoskeletal system o postural and core stability
      • the nervous and energy systems, and their relation to exercise
    • Principles of working in an exercise environment, including customer service and how to maintain health, safety and welfare.
    • How to communicate with clients effectively and motivate clients to follow an exercise programme.
    • Employment law, industry-specific legislation and procedures that apply to their jobs.
    • The subsectors that make up the active leisure and learning sector.
    • How to promote the health benefits of physical activity.
    • Understanding mental health conditions and support opportunities.
    • How to engage inactive people in regular physical activity.
    • How to identify and create opportunities for participation in sport, physical activity or wellbeing programmes within the community.
    • Understanding the benefits of a balanced diet and its contribution to a healthy lifestyle.
    • How to plan and prepare individual and or group exercise sessions.
    • How to programme a variety of safe and effective exercise sessions for a range of clients.
    • How to instruct a variety of exercise sessions with children and or adults.

    Benefits of YMCA Awards endorsement

    Realise extra value from existing, non-regulated training programmes

    Evidence high standards of teaching, resources and support

    Learn from our experts to reach your ongoing development ambitions

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