Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing-Water based instructor
Details
What does this qualification cover?
The Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing-Water based instructor (QCF) is regulated by Ofqual, all of the content is vocationally related to the role of a fitness instructor and comprises of the following:
4 mandatory units that total 14 credits and 98 GLH (guided learning hours):
- Principles of exercise, fitness and health
- Anatomy and physiology for exercise
- Know how to support clients who take part in exercise and physical activity
- Health, safety and welfare in a fitness environment
Key topics/skills/knowledge covered:
- – the heart and circulatory system
- – the respiratory system
- – structure and function of the skeleton
- – musculoskeletal system
- – postural and core stability
- – the nervous system
- – energy systems and their relation to exercise
- – how to maintain health, safety and welfare in a variety of fitness environments, including the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults
- – the health benefits of physical activity and the importance of healthy eating
- – how to communicate with clients effectively, and motivate clients to adhere to an exercise programme
Water-based exercise
Learners will develop the knowledge and skills needed to plan and instruct water-based exercise sessions for (apparently-healthy) adults of all ages. This involves learning how to deliver a variety of water-based exercise formats, understanding the range
of equipment available and designing sessions to suit a range of participants.
They will also learn how to provide effective support for clients who take part in exercise and physical activity.
What could this qualification lead to?
Future employment possibilities
This qualification can lead to employment as an Aqua aerobics Instructor within the chosen discipline. Learners who complete this qualification are eligible to join the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) as a Level 2 member, specialising in their area
of expertise. Potential roles at this level could include:
- ·Aqua aerobics instructor – delivering water-based aerobics sessions in shallow water pools
The above job roles are found in a range of settings:
- ·Gyms
- ·Health clubs
- ·Leisure centres/pools
- ·Community centres
- ·Schools
Progression to further/higher level learning
This qualification provides progression to other qualifications/frameworks at the same and higher levels, for example:
- ·Level 3 Diploma in Exercise Referral
- ·Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training
- ·YMCA Awards Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training and Instruction
- ·YMCA Awards Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training (Gym-based exercise)
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