Level 2 Certificate In Instructing Children 5-16

Available as the full level 2 qualification or 2 specific 5-16 units for previously qualified instructors.

At GXT this is one of our most popular qualifications for previously qualified fitness instructors. If you are competent to teach and want the childrens specific units for your insurance and peace of mind then we are the training provider for you.

Jayne Nicholls - Director GXT

We offer two training options:

Full qualification for the general public

2 unit option for anyone with a current Level 2 qualification

Level 2 Certificate In Instructing Children 5-16 2 units

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What Your Course Involves

What do you get & what do you have to do?

FULL QUALIFICATION – There are no specific pre-requisite qualifications, but there is an element of discussing, presenting, reading and writing involved and learners should have basic skills in communication.

2 UNIT OPTION – You can complete the 2 specific 5-16 units in planning and instructing group exercise if you currently hold a level 2 qualification with the following units:

Mandatory Units

Unit 1 – Anatomy and physiology for exercise
Unit 2 – Know how to support clients who take part in exercise and physical activity
Unit 3 – Health, safety and welfare in a fitness environment
Unit 4 – Principles of exercise, fitness and health

You will need to submit a copy of your Level 2 certificate.

This is the industry standard qualification for adults (aged 16+) wishing to pursue a career either in the health and fitness sector, community setting or in schools as teachers of children’s physical activity

16 to 18 year-olds may need to be supervised in the workplace, once they have achieved the qualification

It is recommended that candidates are in possession of a satisfactory enhanced disclosure with the Criminal Record Bureau before commencing this course.Learners can be employed before the CRB check is complete provided the organisation is satisfied, on the basis of other checks, that it is safe to do so; however, organisations cannot let anyone have unsupervised access to children until they have a satisfactory CRB check

The following information is a guide to help you assess your eligibility for this course and the amount of work involved. We are always happy to answer any questions if you would prefer a telephone consultation.

Why qualify with GXT:

No exams – all assessment is via worksheet
DVD submission for your practical assessment
Instant communication and up skill opportunities once qualified

This Qualification is ideal for:

Anyone wanting a full or part time career in teaching fitness to children
School teachers wanting an extra income
Pilates & Yoga instructors wanting to teach children
It also provides access onto The Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) at Level 2.
It provides CIMSPA credits

Qualification Aim & Objectives:

To train learners to a professionally competent level, enabling them to plan and deliver safe and effective group and individual physical exercise sessions for children aged 5 to 11 and 11 – 15 (the types of activity and delivery methods for these age groups are distinctly different.
To develop learners’ knowledge of anatomy and physiology and how it relates to exercise and fitness and children’s development.
To develop learners’ ability to plan and deliver safe and effective physical activity sessions for children.
To develop learners’ knowledge of health and safety, child protection and building relationships in a fitness environment.

This qualification comprises 6 units:

Unit 1 – Anatomy and physiology for exercise
Unit 2 – Know how to support clients who take part in exercise and physical activity
Unit 3 – Health, safety and welfare in a fitness environment
Unit 4 – Principles of exercise, fitness and health
Unit 11 – Planning health related exercise and physical activity for children
Unit 12 – Instructing health related exercise and physical activity to children

Full qualification – Successful achievement of all six units must be achieved

2 unit option – Successful achievement of units 11 (planning) & 12 (instructing) must be achieved

Unit 1 – Worksheet
Unit 2 – Client Interview & Worksheet
Unit 3 – Worksheet
Unit 4 – Worksheet
Unit 11 – Worksheet or Professional Discussion, PARQ, Activity Session Plan x 2
Unit 12 – Worksheet,Observed Summative Assessment,Session and Self Evaluation. Please note that your practical session will be assessed via DVD submission

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Available as the full level 2 qualification or 2 specific 5-16 units for previously qualified instructors.

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