Active IQ Level 2 Diploma in Health and Fitness

Introduction

The Level 2 Diploma in Health and Fitness provides learners with a broad base of knowledge and skills to work in a variety of customer-facing roles within the active leisure industry. This includes the knowledge and skills required to plan, deliver and supervise safe and effective exercise programmes within a gym or health club environment.

During the qualification learners will cover:

• Anatomy, physiology and nutrition and how they relate to exercise and fitness.
• Health and safety in the fitness environment.
• The skills to conduct client and group inductions in a gym-based environment and support exercise adherence and a healthy lifestyle.
• The skills to plan, instruct and supervise safe and effective exercise and physical activity sessions.
• Professionalism for fitness instructing.
• Personal and professional development.
• Delivering exceptional customer service.
• Employment rights and responsibilities.
• Skills for entering employment.
• Skills for employment interviews.

Entry requirements

There are no specific entry requirements.

Some experience of gym-based exercises, including free weights, is highly recommended.

The course requires physical exertion, and individual participation is essential; therefore, a degree of physical fitness is necessary.

There is an element of communication (discussing, presenting, reading and writing) involved and learners should have basic skills in communication pitched at level 2.

Qualification structure

Learners must complete the nine mandatory units and a minimum of 12 optional units including the minimum requirements for two of the pathways.

Assessment

• Coursework/Project.
• Multiple Choice Examination.
• Portfolio of Evidence.
• Practical Demonstration/Assignment.

Fees breakdown

£198 Registration / Certification fee.
Manual and eManual fees vary depending on units chosen. Call 01480 467950 for more information.

Career progression

This qualification provides progression onto:

• Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training.
• Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Supporting Clients with Long-term Conditions.
• Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Health and Fitness.
• Active IQ Level 3 Award in Supporting Pre and Postnatal Clients with Exercise and Nutrition.
• Active IQ Level 3 Award in Designing Exercise Programmes for Older Adults.
• Active IQ Level 3 Award in Designing Exercise Programmes for Disabled Clients.