Course Overview
This qualification aims to focus on the role and scope of a Gym Instructor, offer breadth and depth of study, incorporating a key core of knowledge, and provide opportunities to acquire a number of practical and technical skills.
The objectives of this qualification are for learners to demonstrate the knowledge, understanding and practical skills needed to work as a Gym Instructor, and develop skills and knowledge in a range of areas relevant to their role, such as:
- The principles of working in the gym environment, including customer service and how to maintain health, safety and welfare
- Anatomy and physiology
- How to conduct consultations and promote the health benefits of physical activity
- How to communicate effectively and motivate clients to adhere to an exercise programme
- How to plan and prepare a gym-based exercise programme.
Topics may include:
- Anatomy and physiology for exercise
- Maximising the customer experience in a gym environment
- Supporting client health and wellbeing
- Conducting client consultations and gym inductions
- Planning and reviewing gym-based exercise programmes
- Instructing and supervising gym-based exercise programmes.
Please note: there will be a small course registration fee payable on enrolment.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is through a process of measuring a learner’s skill, knowledge and understanding against the standards set in the qualification. This qualification is internally assessed and externally quality assured.
The assessment consists of one component:
- An internally assessed portfolio of evidence which is assessed by our staff and externally quality assured by NCFE.
Learners must be successful in this component to gain the Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing.
Progression Options
On successful completion of this course, you could progress to a Level 3 in Personal Training.
Entry Requirements
This qualification is designed for learners who want to work as a Gym Instructor in the sport and physical activity sector.
You will need a Level 1 qualification in a similar field or have vocational experience/interest within Sport and Leisure industry.
Frequently Asked Questions
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