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Level 3 Award in Designing Exercise Programmes For Older Adults
We are delighted to provide the Level 3 Award in Designing Exercise Programmes For Older Adults. This is an extremely important qualification for any instructor teaching the older demographic. It is designed to train you to a professionally competent level, enabling you to design physical content for older clients. It is an online qualification at Level 3 Award in Designing Exercise Programmes For Older Adults (RQF) – Please take the time to check this qualification on the register of regulated qualifications
£99.50 (monthly part payment option)
Ready to Transform Lives? “Empower Yourself to Improve the Lives of Older Adults“
Are you passionate about helping older adults live healthier, happier lives? Our qualification is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to make a real difference.
Enrol on the Level 3 Award in Designing Exercise Programmes For Older Adults. This online qualification will give you the tools to:
- Become a certified older adult instructor
- Expand your client base and boost your income
- Make a positive impact on the baby boomer generation
Don’t miss this opportunity to take your career to the next level.
RQF Level 3 Qualification | OFQUALAccredited |
What You’ll Learn:
Unit 1 – Physical activity and health considerations for the pre and post natal client
- Understand the common health conditions that affect older adults
- Learn how to identify potential health risks and limitations
- Gain insights into the psychological and social factors impacting older adults
Unit 2: Designing Exercise Programmes for Older Adults
- Develop tailored exercise programs to meet the specific needs of older adults
- Learn how to adapt exercises to different fitness levels and health conditions
- Understand the principles of safe and effective exercise for older adults
Why Choose This Qualification?
- Career Advancement: Enhance your career prospects in fields like health and fitness, social care, and community health.
- Personal Fulfilment: Make a positive impact on the lives of older adults and promote healthy aging.
- Flexible Learning: Study at your own pace and balance your learning with your personal and professional commitments.
Learners must hold either a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification or equivalent (including qualifications which give entry to the CIMSPA register) examples:
- Level 2 fitness Instructing (gym, ETM, group fitness, children 5-15, aqua)
- Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Yoga
- Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training
- Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Matwork
This certificate must be included in your registration. Certification will not be allowed until we receive this certific
This qualification comprises two units, namely:
- Unit 1 – Physical activity and health considerations for the pre and post natal client
- Unit 2 – Design and implement exercise programmes for the pre and post natal client
Unit 1 This unit is internally assessed using a worksheet consisting of 14 questions.
Unit 2 This unit is internally assessed using a theoretical case study consisting of
- Questions
- Session Plans
- Risk Assessment
Session Plans These can be done in the context of Gym and Group Exercise Learners should choose the most appropriate session plan for their context and each session should include:
- warm-up minimum 3 minutes using any cardiovascular equipment or exercises (mobility and dynamic stretches may be included in the warm up)
- cardiovascular minimum of 3 different forms of cardiovascular equipment or exercises to be included over the 3 sessions
- 8-10 resistance based exercise – these can be machine-based, free weight, cable or body weight / body conditioning exercises
- cool-down minimum 3 minutes using a different piece of cardiovascular equipment or exercises than the warm-up (stretches of identified shortened musculature may be included in the cool down)
Successful achievement of all units must be achieved for the full qualification.
I cannot tell you the importance of having this Level 3 qualification. First it gives you and your clients the confidence to relax and enjoy safe and effective exercise, second it fulfils your insurance obligations and finally it promotes you to the role of exper tin this field. Those who take the time to invest in their knowledge can reap the rewards of an elevated status within our industry.
