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The aim of this qualification is The aim of this qualification is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills needed to be able to plan, deliver and supervise safe and effective group training sessions. Skills Focus funding available towards course fees for eligible employers to up skill staff or for self-employed students. Please ask for further details.
This course is delivered as a stand alone qualification, or it can be delivered as part of a package across the academic year. Starting in September students complete Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing, progressing onto Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training starting in January, and finally adding Active IQ Level 2 Award in Instructing Circuit Sessions in June. *Skills Focus funding is available for eligible employers to upskill staff.
Delivery and assessment are completed over 4 weeks.
Some experience of group training classes is highly recommended. The course requires physical exertion, and individual participation is essential; therefore, a degree of physical fitness is necessary. There is an element of communication (discussing, presenting, reading and writing) involved, and learners should have basic skills in communication pitched at Level 2.
Delivery and assessment are completed over 4 weeks. Session plans Summative observation Self-evaluation Theory Exam
On completion of this qualification candidates may progress into employment or to the following qualifications:
Other related Level 2 and/or Level 3 qualifications, for example:
Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing.
Active IQ Level 2 Award in Instructing Kettlebells.
Active IQ Level 2 Award in Instructing Suspended Movement Training.
Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Matwork
Learners will cover: Anatomy, physiology and nutrition, and how they relate to exercise and fitness. ,li> Health and safety in the group training environment. The skills to support exercise adherence and a healthy lifestyle. The skills to plan, instruct and supervise safe and effective group training sessions. >/li> Professionalism for group training. Personal and professional development. Delivering exceptional customer service.
P2637EE10A
Session Code
1 Year(s)
Duration
Further Education
Mode of Study
10
Hours per Week
3
Number of Weeks
Interview Required
24/25
Academic Year
03/06/2025
Start Date
17:00-22:00
Time
Tuesday|Thursday
Day/s
donna.meade@swc.ac.uk
Coordinator(s)
Total Annual Fee £204.00
Total Concessionary Fee £177.00
Fees Payable Each Year
**Am I eligible for concessionary fees?
P2637DE10A
09/06/2025
Monday|Wednesday
Wayne.Lyons@swc.ac.uk
P2637OE10A
Monday|Tuesday
Brendan.McDevitt@swc.ac.uk
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science (RQF)
Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training
Active IQ Level 4 Certificate in Strength and Conditioning (blended delivery)