Sport

Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing

Introduction

This qualification enables you to gain entry into the fitness industry as a gym instructor, providing the practical and theoretical elements of inducting clients in a gym environment. You will build a portfolio, instruct a client on how to use the equipment and sit an external theory paper in anatomy, physiology and nutrition. It is preferred that you are already attending a gym.

• Course Code

  Course Code:

  2559

• Entry Criteria

  There are no formal qualifications needed for this course, however some experience of gym-based exercises, including free weights, is highly recommended. The course requires physical exertion and individual participation is essential therefore, a degree of physical fitness is necessary.

  
  Our part-time provision is designed primarily for adult students, aged 19 and over. Students aged 16 to 18 may be allowed to enrol on the course at the discretion of the Head of Admissions and Head of School. If you have any queries please contact our admissions team on 01923 812345.
• What will I study?

  There are both Practical and Theory Elements of the course.

  You will study the following units:

  • 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

  • Principles of exercise, Fitness and health

  • Planning gym-based exercise

  • Instructing gym-based exercise

  For more information please contact course tutor Charlotte, you can email her at Charlotte.Seager@westherts.ac.uk or call 01923 812345.

• What can I do next?

  With this qualification you should be able to find a job working in a gym as an instructor and with further training and experience you could become a personal trainer.

  This course opens up a host of career opportunities, for more information visit the National Careers Service

• Fee Info

  Course Fee: £225.00

  
  You may be eligible for funding to assist with courses fees and costs. To find out more please contact us on 01923 812345.
• Dates and Times

  Starting	Time	Day	Duration	Site
  06 Sep '22	09:00 - 11:50	Tuesday	16 week	Watford Campus

  Starting	Time	Day	Duration	Site
  06 Sep '22	18:00 - 20:45	Tuesday	16 week	Watford Campus

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