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Level 1 Award in Exercise Studies
500/7997/9
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Instructing Exercise and Fitness
501/1996/5
Facts and Figures
Qualification no/Learning
Aim Reference: 500/7997/9
Guided Learning
Hours (GLH): 90
Credit value: 12
Fee per learner: £40
Minimum entry age:
pre-16
Qualification
review date: 31/08/2016
Qualification certification
end date: 31/08/2017
Qualification Aim
This qualification is suitable for
anyone with any level of sports
ability who is interested in improving
their performance, enhancing their
personal development and gaining
an understanding of the benefits
of exercise and fitness. School
leavers, the long-term unemployed
and those wanting to return to
education may find this qualification
of particular benefit.
Qualification Structure
This qualification consists of 3
mandatory units.
To be awarded this qualification,
learners must successfully complete
the 3 mandatory units.
Units
Mandatory
• Unit 01 Understand the principles
of exercise and fitness
• Unit 02 Demonstrate an
understanding of safety factors
relating to exercise
• Unit 03 Apply the principles of a
training programme
Assessment
Internally assessed and externally
moderated portfolio.
Support Materials
Mandatory
• Qualification Specification
Optional
• Candidate Learning Log
• The Skills Network Learning and
Online Learning Materials
• Tribal Learning Materials
Suitability
This qualification is suitable for:
• Foundation learning programme
Facts and Figures
Qualification no/Learning
Aim Reference: 501/1996/5
Guided Learning
Hours (GLH): 242
Credit value: 37-39
Fee per learner: £83
Minimum entry age: 16
Qualification
review date: 31/07/2017
Qualification certification
end date: 31/07/2019
Qualification Aim
This is a competency-based
qualification ideal for learners
interested in gaining the
knowledge, understanding and
skills to work as a fitness instructor
in sport and active leisure. Learners
who successfully complete this
qualification will be eligible for
registration with the Register of
Exercise Professionals (REPs).
Qualification Structure
This qualification consists of 5
mandatory units and 8 optional units.
To be awarded this qualification,
learners must successfully complete
the 5 mandatory units and the
appropriate 2 optional units for one
of the 4 pathways.
Units
Mandatory
• Anatomy and physiology for
exercise
• Work with clients to help them to
adhere to exercise and physical
activity
• Reflect on and develop own
practice in providing exercise and
physical activity
• Principles of exercise, fitness and
health
• Promote health, safety and welfare
in active leisure and recreation
Optional Pathway - Gym-Based
Exercise
• Plan and prepare gym-based
exercise
• Instruct and supervise gym-based
exercise
Optional Pathway - Exercise to
Music
• Plan and prepare group exercise to
music
• Instruct group exercise to music
Optional Pathway - Water-Based
Exercise
• Plan and prepare water-based
exercise
• Instruct water-based exercise
Optional Pathway - Exercise and
Physical Activity for Children
• Plan and prepare health-related
exercise and physical activity for
children
• Instruct health-related exercise
and physical activity to children
Assessment
Internally assessed and externally
moderated portfolio.
Support Materials
Mandatory
• Qualification Specification
• Evidence Requirements and
Assessment Guidance
Optional
• Evidence Tracking Sheet
• REP’s CPD Guide 011209
• REP’s Code of Conduct 2011
Suitability
These qualifications are suitable for:
• Apprenticeships
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