Course Overview
This course is intended for post-16 learners who want to progress directly into employment in the health and fitness sector as a gym instructor or personal trainer. It gives a broad introduction to working in the sport and fitness industry, and it can also lead to further study at university. This is a career-focused qualification with industry endorsement and accreditation. The qualification provides the knowledge and develops the skills and application required for professional accreditation with the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) and the Chartered Institute of Management for Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) Gym Instructor and Personal Trainer standards.The content of the new BTEC Nationals have been developed in collaboration with employers and representatives from higher education and relevant professional bodies. They have ensured that content is up to date and that it includes the knowledge, understanding, skills and attributes required in the sector.
What will I learn?
You will study a combination of practical and theoretical based learning. Taught units will include health, well being and sport careers in sport and active leisure, fitness skills development, self employment in sport and nutrition for physical performance.
Year 1
- Careers in sport and Active Leisure Industry
- Health, Well being and Sport
- Fitness Skills Development
- Self-Employment in Sport and Physical Activity
- Fitness Testing
- Fitness Training
Year 2
- Personal Trainer Skills Development
- Research Project in Sport (Pearson set)
- Nutrition for Physical Performance
- Business and Technology in Personal Training
- Sports injuries
- Functional Sports Massage Or Gym Management
Study, Assessment and Qualifications
Over the two-year course you will complete compulsory assignments for the internally assessed units which could include written reports, presentations and practical demonstrations. This will be externally moderated by Pearson. You will also work closely with local employers and assessed in the workplace.
Entry Requirements
4 GCSE’s Grade 4 and above (must include Maths & English).
Additional Costs and Information
There will be some additional course costs for trips to enhance learning and increase experience and exposure to the industry.
