Gym Instructor -Weekend

Available to Study

Start Date(s)

Duration

Day Release

Qualification

SVQ Level 2

10 March 2012

5 weeks

Course Overview

This course is ideal for the fitness participant who wants to further their knowledge and seek employment in the leisure industry. This course will prepare you to plan and deliver exercise programmes for a variety of clients. The course is validated by Fitness Scotland and successful candidates will be placed on the National Register and gain a nationally recognised qualification enabling them to work throughout the UK and Europe.

Objectives

To enable you to design and implement Gym induction programmes

To teach you how to assist clients in the gym during their workout

Course Content

Theory and underpinning knowledge (anatomy, physiology and body systems)

Course Delivery

This course will be delivered over five weekends: 10 & 11 March, 24 & 25 March, 21 & 22 April, 5 & 6 May and 19 & 20 May.

Assessment

Written theory paper

Practical assessment - plan, teach and evaluate a gym induction session

How to Apply

This course is offered by SCE Enterprise, the business training branch of the College. Visit the SCE Enterprise website for more information or contact the SCE Enterprise team on enquiries@sce-enterprise.com or call 0131 535 4800.

Entry Requirements

Core Skills Communication at Intermediate 2. You must be able to demonstrate good practical gym experience.

What can I do Next?

Progress to NASM Level 3 Personal Trainer Award or seek employment.

Fees

£650

ILA Available

Additional Information

Stevenson College Edinburgh reserves the right to withdraw or modify any course being offered. In the event of a programme being withdrawn, we will try to find suitable alternatives. Fees quoted are given as a guide and should not and will not be regarded as contractually binding on Stevenson College Edinburgh.