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.
You will attend an interview with the course coordinator, your performance and attitude with be considered as well as your commitment to the health and fitness industry. You are also expected to achieve at least 4 Level 4 Grades in any GCSE’s including Maths and/or English.
Over the two-year course you will complete compulsory assignments for the internally assessed units which could include written reports, presentations and practical demonstrations. The course also requires work placements set at a designated time by the college in a suitable setting. You will be assisted with finding a placement, but we recommend you have an input into finding a work placement which is linked to your future employment.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | College Road, Truro, TR1 3XX |
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.
You will attend an interview with the course coordinator, your performance and attitude with be considered as well as your commitment to the health and fitness industry. You are also expected to achieve at least 4 Level 4 Grades in any GCSE’s including Maths and/or English.
Over the two-year course you will complete compulsory assignments for the internally assessed units which could include written reports, presentations and practical demonstrations. The course also requires work placements set at a designated time by the college in a suitable setting. You will be assisted with finding a placement, but we recommend you have an input into finding a work placement which is linked to your future employment.