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CERTIFICATE IN HEALTH AND FITNESS
INTRODUCTION:
To develop individuals to a competent level in order to plan and carry out exercise programs mostly within a gym environment in a safe manner.
LENGTH of COURSE:
The Fitness Instructor course and the Personal trainer courses need a minimum of 240 hours each of study and practicals in the gym. However different time frames will be allowed to tailor make the course to the needs of the individual. Therefore it is important that you either phone Future Focus or contact your assigned tutor to get advice whether you can do the course according to your available time. You will be required (for Maltese residents) to spend some time face to face with your tutor- a minimum requirement is 5 tutorials of about 2 hours each. The rest you will be able to study from home with the help of your tutor, your textbook, skype, e-mail or any other system which is to be agreed to with your tutor.
Pre Requisite:
Pre-requisites for Fitness instructor: None. However we do recommend a good understanding of English and a passion for fitness.
You will sit for a Level 2 exam, once you pass you will be able to sit for Level 3 exam. Pass mark is 50% in all exam sections.
Pre-Requisites Personal Trainer- A Pass in Fitness Instructor and a high level achievement in all skills and competencies of the practicals done in the Fitness Instructor course.
Minimum AGE:
For Level2 onwards minimum age is 16 years.
THE COURSE LEADS TO:
The students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of anatomy and physiology, plan gym sessions, practice good customer service and be able to progress to level 3 and level 4 accordingly after having passed Level 2. From Level 2 onwards you can work in the fitness industry with Level 4 being the most respected and equivalent to the Personal trainer competencies. We advise you that personal Trainers require not just the First aid course as explained but also a good insurance. Ask Future Focus for further assistance on insurance in the Fitness business.
COURSE CONTENT For Levels 2 and 3.
Components of fitness
PAR-Q and Fitness Testing
Principles of training
Bones and Joints
Muscle and muscle actions
Cardio-respiratory systems
Energy systems
Muscular Strength and endurance
Aerobic and anaerobic theory
Stretching
Weight management
Safe and effective exercise
Warm-up and cool down
Periodization
Modifications of exercise
Special population (Diabetics, children, pregnant, asthmatic, the elderly etc.)
Nutrition
The teaching process of exercises
Weights machines
Cardio machines
Planning programs for gym sessions
Code of ethics for professionals
Free weights
Spotting techniques
Evaluation and feedback
Customer service
Promoting activity for health
Training outside a gym environment.
Please note that we recommend you also do a first aid course with a respected authority in the field as this is a requirement in the industry.
There is more to learn as you will find out from your home study pack. Once you register you will know exactly what you need to know to pass your Level 2 requirements and what you need to know for your Level 3 requirements.
The first week you will be covering material with your tutor so you get a good guideline to what and how you need to study, then you can continue studying at home with online help from our tutor till you sit for your tests and exams. If you feel you need some extra help please contact Future Focus
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