Active IQ

Introduction

A vocationally related qualification (VRQ), at Level 3 on the National Qualifications Framework. This qualification allows access onto the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) at Level 3. Candidates will develop existing knowledge and skills in gym or ETM instruction to enable them to plan and instruct progressive programmes of exercise specific to a client’s/participants goals and needs.

Entry requirements

Candidates must hold a Level 2 qualification in Fitness Instructing (Gym/ETM) or equivalent. The course requires physical exertion and individual participation is essential, and degree of physical fitness is necessary. As there is an element of communication (discussing, presenting, reading and writing) and application of number involved, candidates should have basic skills in communication and application of number pitched at Levels 3 and 2 respectively.

Qualification structure

• Unit 1 – Advanced Exercise and Fitness Knowledge (J/500/6059)
• Unit 2 – Advanced Resistance Training (F/500/6061)
• Unit 3 – Advanced Cardiovascular Training (A/500/6060).

Gym Assessment

Internally assessed:

• Portfolio of evidence to cover an eight or twelve week progressive programme of exercise for a client
  
• Practical observed assessment.

Externally assessed:

• A 105 minute theory paper consisting of fifty multiple choice questions.

ETM Assessment

Internally assessed:

• Teaching log for a six week period, instructing a variety of advanced ETM sessions. This must be witnessed by a line manager, or another appropriate witness
  
• Detailed session plan for two of the sessions contained in the six week teaching log
  
• Direct observation of the candidate instructing the two planned sessions listed above. The candidate is also required to show how the sessions have changed at the end of the six week period

Externally assessed:

• A 105 minute theory paper consisting of fifty multiple choice questions.

This Qualification is available at the following centres