Level 3 Award In Designing Exercise Programmes for Older Adults

Aim

The aim of this qualification is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills to:

• design and adapt programmes to meet the needs of older adults
• understand the effects of ageing on the UK population
• understand the physiological and biomechanical changes associated with ageing and their implications for physical activity
• understand the medical conditions commonly associated with old age and their implications for physical activity
• understand the key considerations for older adults participating in physical activity
• understand the communication skills required to engage with older adults

Progression

Learners may wish to add to their portfolio of skills by completing the following:

• Level 2 Award in Instructing Circuit Sessions
• Level 2 Award in Instructing Studio Cycling Sessions
• Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (Aqua)
• Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (Children)
• Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Yoga
• Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Matwork
• Level 3 Diploma in Exercise Referral
• Level 3 Award in Designing Pre and Post Natal Exercise Programmes
• Level 3 Award In Designing Exercise Programmes for Disabled Clients
• Level 3 Award in Instructing Outdoor Fitness
• Level 3 Nutrition for Sport and Exercise Performance
• Level 3 Award in Conditioning for Exercise and Sports Performance
• Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy
• Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy
• Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Personal Training
• Level 4 Certificate in Physical Activity and Weight Management for Obese and Diabetic Clients
• Level 4 Certificate in Physical Activity and Lifestyle Strategies for Managing Low Back Pain

Entry Requirements

Learners must hold a Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing or one of the qualifications listed below:

• Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training.
• Level 3 Diploma in Exercise Referral.
• Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Yoga.
• Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Matwork.

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 a Sports Coach or Fitness Instructor
• Personal Trainers
• Yoga Teachers
• Pilates Teachers
• Exercise Referral Instructors

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

Qualification Structure

This qualification comprises of 2 units:

• Unit 1 – Physical activity and health considerations for the older adult
• Unit 2 – Designing and adapting exercise programmes for the older adult

Successful completion of the two units is necessary to achieve the full qualification.

Assessment

Case study, assignments, worksheet.