YMCA LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN SUPPORTING PARTICIPATION IN PHYSICAL ACTIVITY: LONG-TERM HEALTH CONDITIONS

By completing this qualification, learners will meet industry requirements to plan, adapt and deliver exercise and physical activity sessions and programmes (within scope of practice) to meet the needs of adults with long-term health conditions.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

Are 16+ years old.
Hold an appropriate sport/exercise or fitness occupation entry qualification mapped to one of the following CIMSPA professional standards: gym instructor; core group exercise instructor; personal trainer; Pilates matwork instructor; strength and conditioning (trainer).
Are able to communicate effectively with individuals and groups.
In order to have developed teaching skills and confidence, it is recommended that learners have at least six months’ experience planning and delivering exercise sessions before taking this qualification.

COURSE CONTENT:

ASSESSMENT:

There is a mix of assessments, including: questions and answers on anatomy and physiology, long-term health conditions worksheet and professional discussion, applied case study worksheets, professional discussion and observed practical task, consultation and assessment, planning and programming, implementation and evaluation, showcase presentation and professional discussion.