NASM

Introduction to Personal Fitness Training (IPFT)


About the IPFT course
NASM Introduction to Personal Fitness Training (IPFT) serves as an entry point to exploring a career in the Health and Fitness Industry. This course also serves as a pre-requisite to NASM’s Certified Personal Training (CPT) course.

IPFT provides entry onto the REPs at Level 2.

What will the IPFT course include?
The IPFT is a world class vocational course that provides expert instruction on the fundamentals of fitness training and an introduction to students wanting to work in the Fitness Industry.

The IPFT course features:

  • Core concepts in flexibility, stabilisation and resistance training.
  • Cardiorespiratory and overall wellness, weight control and lifestyle modification.
  • What to expect when getting started as a Certified Personal Trainer (please note the IPFT will not qualify you as a Personal Trainer).
  • What it takes to become a successful Health & Fitness Professional.

How is the IPFT course delivered?
IPFT is delivered through a combination of work book, e-learning and workshops over a three month period. The course materials are comprised of an IPFT Manual and online learning tools.

Online e-learning



Designed with convenience in mind, the IPFT course is delivered online and includes in-depth flash presentations, video exercise demonstrations, anatomical and conditioning photos, training technique charts, safety illustrations and printable course materials. The course experience is further enhanced through NASM eLearning Center which offers the ability take quizzes and exams online. Students will receive an IPFT manual and online learning to prepare them for the Active IQ assessment. Please click the play button above to view a slideshow of our online learning platform.

Practical course support
It is recommended that this distance learning course is supported by 3 days (24 hours of practical application workshops).

Assessment

  • Multiple choice theory exam
  • Practical assessment
  • NASM online exam via the NASM learning platform
  • Active IQ portfolio of work

Leading to the Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (Gym) and NASM IPFT Certificate.

How to get started:
To find out more about delivering these courses please email info@activeiq.co.uk or call 01480 467950.