Level 2 Award in Adapting Fitness Instruction for Adolescents

Ofqual Qualification Number: 500/7244/4
CIMPSA ENDORSED

Aim

To provide students with the knowledge and skills required to be able to adapt fitness instruction to accommodate adolescents providing an understanding of the the physiology and psychological issues they face and how they affect their ability to exercise.

Progression

Learners can also progress onto the following qualifications:

Level 2 Award in Instructing Circuit Sessions
Level 2 Award in Instructing Studio Cycling Sessions
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (ETM)
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (Children)
Level 3 Award In Designing Exercise Programmes for Older Adults
Level 3 Award in Designing Pre and Post Natal Exercise Programmes
Level 3 Award In Designing Exercise Programmes for Disabled Client

Entry Requirements

The course requires physical exertion and individual participation is essential, therefore a degree of physical fitness is necessary.

There is an element of communication, (discussion, presenting, reading and writing) involved and learners should have basics skills in communication pitched at level 2.

Target Learners

Adults (aged 16+) wishing to pursue a career in the health and fitness sector as water based fitness instructors.

Please note that 16-18 year olds may need to be supervised in the workplace once they have achieved the qualification.

Qualification Structure

This qualification comprises of 1 mandatory unit and one optional unit:

Mandatory Unit

Unit 1 – Development of adolescents in relation to fitness instruction.

Optional Units – Chose 1

Unit 2 – Principles of Adapting Gym Instruction for Adolescents
Unit 3 – Principles of Adapting Group Exercise for Adolescents
Unit 6 – Instructing Health related exercise and physical activity for children

Successful completion of the mandatory unit and one of the optional units must be achieved for the full qualification.

Assessment

Coursework/Project, Multiple Choice Examination, Portfolio of Evidence,Practical Demonstration/Assignments