CYQ
CERTIFICATE IN ADVANCED GYM INSTRUCTING (LEVEL 3)

WHO IS IT FOR?

Individuals over 18 years of age who wish to work towards the following certificates:

• Advanced Fitness Instructing
• Personal Training
• GP Referral, low risk

Course Content

Level 3 Exercise and Fitness Knowledge (50 hrs)

• Advanced knowledge of anatomy
• Physiology
• Kinesiology
• Nervous System
• Information gathering and the psychological stages of change.

Advanced Weight Training (50 hrs)

• Advanced programming for fixed and free weights.

Advanced Aerobic Training (50 hrs)

• Advanced programming for CV machines, outdoor training etc.

Assessment

Two multiple choice theory papers that will be externally set and assessed by CYQ

A case study relating psychosocial aspects of exercise will be set and internally assessed by Fit Training.

Pre-requisites

Candidates should hold:

• At least one current (within 3 years) Level 2 qualification in a related area (fitness instructing)
• A current CPR certificate (10 hr)

Progression

Candidates can progress to

• NVQ Level 3 Fitness Practitioner
• CYQ Personal Trainer
• GP Referral Low risk

With the Advanced Gym Instructor syllabus there are a number of links with NVQ Level 3 Fitness Practitioner. This would enable a candidate to cross over to the Level 3 with ease and prior knowledge.

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