The aim of this qualification is to recognise the skills, knowledge and competence required for an individual to work unsupervised as a personal trainer. This includes being able to offer one-to-one training, baseline assessment, nutritional advice and progressive programming which is specific to the individual needs of a client.

Learners will cover:

• Anatomy and physiology including:
• the heart and circulatory system
• the musculoskeletal system
• postural and core stability
• the nervous, endocrine and energy systems and their relation to exercise and health
• How to maintain health, safety and welfare in a variety of fitness environments, including the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults
• How to programme safe and effective exercise for a range of clients, the health benefits of physical activity and the importance of healthy eating
• How to communicate with clients effectively, and motivate clients to adhere to an exercise programme
• How to apply the principles of nutrition to support client goals as part of an exercise and physical activity programme
• How to design, manage, and adapt a personal training programme with apparently healthy adults of all ages
• How to deliver exercise and physical activity as part of a programme for apparently healthy adults of all ages

Pathway:

Entry requirements:	CYQ Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing - Gym-Based Exercise (or equivalent)
Assessment:	Coursework Practical examination Multiple choice theory paper/eAssessment Worksheets
Progression Routes: