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NVQ Level 3 in Instructing Physical Activity

Reg/Cert fee: £60 (Includes standard candidate portfolio)
Lecture Pack fee: N/A
Manual fee: N/A
Accreditation Number: 500/4112/5

Introduction

This qualification is appropriate for individuals wishing to deliver Advanced Gym or Exercise to Music sessions. This NVQ consists of five mandatory units. There are a number of additional units which candidates may choose to add to the mandatory units, however the full NVQ can be achieved by successful completion of the mandatory units only.

This qualification provides candidates with progression from the Active IQ Level 3 Certificate in Advanced Fitness Instructing and the Active IQ Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training. This qualification is an approved NVQ on the Apprenticeship framework and forms an integral component of the Active IQ apprenticeship package. It also provides additional specialist units for those who wish to diversify their skills.

Mandatory units

All candidates must successfully complete the following units:

  • D437 Collect and Analyse Information to Plan Progressive Physical Activity Programme (T/102/9067)
  • D438 Plan, Review and Adapt a Progressive Physical Activity Programme (A/102/9068)
  • D439 Plan and Instruct Specific Physical Activities (F/102/9069)
  • C313 Provide Motivation and Support to Clients During a Progressive Physical Activity Programme (T/102/9070)
  • A318 Manage, Evaluate and Improve own Performance in Providing Physical Activity (F/102/9072)

Additional units

Candidates may choose additional optional units:

  • D440 Apply the Principles of Nutrition and Weight Management to a Progressive Physical Activity Programme (A/102/9071)
  • D442 Adapt a Physical Activity Programme to the Needs of Disabled Clients (J/102/9073)
  • D443 Adapt a Physical Activity Programme to the Needs of Pre and Post Natal Clients (L/102/9074)
  • D444 Integrate Core Stability and Flexibility Exercises into a Physical Activity Programme (R/102/9075)
  • D445 Design and Implement a Physical Activity Programme for Children and Young People (Y/102/9076)
  • D446 Adapt a Physical Activity Programme to a Specific Sport (D/102/9077)
  • D447 Plan and Deliver Personal Training (H/102/9078)
  • B224 Plan, Market and Sell Services (K/102/9079)
  • D441 Adapt a Physical Activity Programme to the Needs of Older Clients (Y/103/2916)
  • D449 Design, Agree and Adapt a Physical Activity Programme with Referred Patients/Clients (D/103/2917)

This Qualification is available at the following centres