Active IQ - Level 2
Technical Occupational Entry in Fitness
Coaching (Certificate)

Part Time Course code 2593

Are you passionate about health, fitness, and helping others achieve their goals? The Active IQ Level 2 Technical Occupational Entry in Fitness Coaching (Certificate) is your first step into an exciting and rewarding career in the fitness industry.

This nationally recognised qualification has been approved by IfATE, Ofqual, and the Department for Education as a Technical Occupational Entry route. Designed in partnership with employers, it gives you the practical skills, knowledge, and confidence to work as a fitness coach in gyms (Gym Instructor), leisure centres, and health clubs.

With a perfect mix of hands-on training and essential theory, you’ll learn how to plan and deliver safe, effective, and engaging exercise programmes while developing the professionalism and customer service skills employers are looking for. Whether you’re aiming to start your career, progress onto higher qualifications, or simply turn your passion into a profession, this course is your stepping stone to a successful career in fitness

Available dates

There are no available sessions for the remainder of this academic year.

  • Duration

    30 weeks

  • Campus

    Watford Campus

  • Fees

    £930
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  • Entry Criteria

    o Experience of gym-based exercise (including free weights) is recommended. o A good level of physical fitness (the course is physically demanding). o Basic communication skills (discussion, reading, writing, presenting) at Level 2 standard.

  • What will I study?

    Learners will develop both theoretical knowledge and practical coaching skills, covering:
    • Anatomy and physiology, and their relationship to health, fitness, and physical activity.
    • Nutrition and healthy lifestyle principles (including stress management).
    • Components of fitness and the principles of training.
    • Legal and professional requirements in fitness coaching.
    • Safe planning, delivery and supervision of exercise programmes in gym/health club environments.
    • Supporting client behaviour change and exercise adherence.
    • Conducting health screenings, assessments, and goal setting.
    • Delivering safe and effective exercise to individuals and small groups.
    • Using IT within the leisure and fitness industry.
    • Setting up, taking down and storing equipment safely.
    • Professionalism, personal development, and customer service excellence.

  • Future Prospects

    This qualification opens progression opportunities to both further learning and employment. Learners can move on to:

    Level 2 Technical Specialist Awards in: o Instructing Circuit Training o Instructing Studio Cycling o Instructing Kettlebell Training

    Level 3 Diplomas in: o Personal Training (Technical Occupational Entry) o Sports Massage Therapy (Technical Specialist)

    Apprenticeships in Personal Training

    Roles as entry-level Fitness Coaches in gyms, health clubs, and leisure centres.

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

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