Level 2 /
Gym Instructor - DISTANCE LEARNING

Who is this course for?

This course is for candidates who wish to become qualified gym instructor but are unable to commit to attending a regular session in one of our centres. It provides an alternative structure using the band new CYQ eLearning system. Your study will still be supported by a dedicated tutor who will monitor your progress throughout the course.

This package is for:

Learners who are self motivated who want flexible learning, anytime / anywhere.
For learners those who cannot commit to a regular attended session (shift work. child care, location etc.)
Students who would like to pace their own learning. Speed it up and fast track through the course content, or slow down - you have 215 days of media rich, interactive content which brings online learning to life with interactive quizzes, videos, informative narration, unique animations and highly detailed imagery from Primal Pictures, the World’s leading creator of complete and medically accurate models of the human anatomy.
Learners who want to start now rather than wait for the next course to start.

This package is not for:

Learners who rely on and react well to a more structured attended format.
Learn who enjoy and feel they would be supported by working in group .

Course Content

Anatomy and physiology including: - the heart and circulatory system - the respiratory system - structure and function of the skeleton - musculoskeletal system - postural and core stability - the nervous and energy systems and their relation to exercise.

How to maintain health, safety and welfare in a variety of fitness environments, including the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults.

How to programme safe and effective exercise for a range of clients, the health benefits of physical activity and the importance of healthy eating How to communicate with clients effectively, and motivate clients to adhere to an exercise programme

The skills and knowledge required to plan and prepare a gym-based exercise programme with apparently healthy adults - both individuals and groups. This may include young people in the 14-16 age range, provided they are part of a larger adult group. Client groups also covered are older adults, ante and postnatal clients and disabled clients provided the relevant contraindications and key safety guidelines are observed

Course Structure

The whole of this course is delivered by the brand new CYQ eLearning system and supported by colour handbooks and workbook's.

Assessments

Theory - Two of the theory units are assessed by an externally set multiple choice exams. There are 40 questions on each exam and you must get at least 28 correct answers on each to pass. You will receive you result within 24 hours of taking the exam. Please note, you must come to one of our centres for these two theory exams, they cannot be taken remotely.

The remaining two theory units are assessed by an externally set worksheets; you complete the answers throughout the course and submit to your tutor for assessment.

Practical – You are required to plan a session within the course guidelines, and complete a gym programme card. You can provide some of your practical evidence as you progress through the course (continuous assessments) and the remaining evidence at the end of the course (summative assessment) when you will be asked to either bring a participant into the training venue who will act as your client or provide video evidence. A trained assessor will monitor your performance against set criteria that you will have become familiar with during the course. Following a short evaluation, you will receive your result.

Additional Information

Course costs include handbook, eLearning access for 215 days. Certificate and all assessment materials. This course enables you to register on REP's at Level 2.

Online Course Q&A

How do I register?
Use our online registration form. Alternatively, call our office on 0191 4190891 and we can get you signed up.

What are the minimum system requirements?
A PC running Windows XP, Vista or Windows 7 with at least 512MB RAM or anything from the past three years should be fine. You will need your screen/monitor resolution set to 1024x768 or preferably 1280x1024.

You will also need the latest Adobe Flash player/plug-in. Beware that you may need “administration rights” to install or enable this, especially if this is a public, shared or work PC. You can grab the Adobe Flash Player from the Adobe website http://www.adobe.com/ap/products/flashplayer/

Which browsers do you support?
Internet Explorer 7 or 8. Some people have success using Google Chrome, Safari or Mozilla Firefox but we can only guarantee the experience with Internet Explorer.

Do I need to be a computer guru to use eLearning?
No, but you do need to have some basic knowledge on how to use a computer or the Internet. You need to have a basic understanding of web browsing and how to navigate the structure of computer files and folders.

I’m using a PC in a public place – will it work?
You should be able to access the website from most computers but you should check with the IT Administrators (or those who manage/maintain that machine) at that venue. In workplaces, colleges or universities, people are generally not allowed to change the configuration of the machines because it causes problems having different configurations. Similarly, many workplaces block certain websites.

What's Next?

Register for course and pay your deposit (or have your sponsor contact us)
Receive confirmation
Receive an allocated induction date / induction telephone interview / tutor contact detail
Dispatch learning materials (if telephone induction)
Receive user details for online learning
Study begins
Tutor contact / progress review
Book appointment for theory test(s) (units 1 and 3)
Submit units 2 and 4 for assessment
Submit program card for assessment
Submit formative assessment evidence
Submit continuous assessment evidence
Receive appointment for summative practical assessment
Complete course