Active IQ

Introduction

A vocationally related qualification (VRQ), at Level 3 on the National Qualifications Framework and allows access to the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) at Level 3. This qualification aims to to develop candidates with existing knowledge and skills in gym instruction who would like to develop their skills and knowledge to pursue a career in personal training.

Entry requirements

Candidates must hold a Level 2 qualification in Fitness Instructing (Gym/ETM) or equivalent. If using the ETM qualification, there must be clear evidence that the candidate has appropriate underpinning knowledge of free weights and resistance machines. The course requires physical exertion and individual participation is essential, and a degree of physical fitness is necessary. There is an element of communication (discussing, presenting, reading and writing) and application of number involved, and candidates should have basic skills in communication and application of number pitched at Levels 2 and 3 respectively.

Qualification structure

• Unit 1 – Health, Fitness and Lifestyle Analysis (R/501/4830)
• Unit 2 – Advanced Exercise and Fitness Knowledge (J/500/6059)
• Unit 3 – Advanced Resistance Training (F/500/6061)
• Unit 4 – Advanced Cardiovascular Training(A/500/6060)
• Unit 5 – Nutrition and Weight Management Advice(Y/501/4831)
• Unit 6 – Plan, Market and Sell Personal Training Services (K/103/5917)
  

Assessment

Internally assessed:

• Formatively assessed direct observation of candidate carrying out a range of tests
• Case study worksheet
• Portfolio of evidence covering an eight or twelve week progressive programme of exercise for a client
• Practical observed assessment
• Nutrition case study consisting of short answer questions
• Worksheet.

Externally assessed:

• A 105 minute theory paper consisting of fifty multiple choice questions.
• A 75 minute theory paper consisting of thirty multiple choice questions.

This Qualification is available at the following centres