Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (RQF) is aimed at those learners who work, or want to work, in the Exercise and Fitness sector.

The Focus Awards Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (RQF) offers learners the opportunity to achieve a qualification in fitness instructing via 4 pathways: Gym-based Exercise, Exercise to Music, Water-based Exercise, and Exercise and Physical Activity for Children.   Each pathway enables learners to develop their knowledge and understanding required when planning and instructing clients or groups of participants in physical activity.

Qualification Structure
Learners must achieve all 5 mandatory units (22 credits) and 2 optional units (minimum 15 credits) within a chosen pathway to achieve a total of 37 credits.

Learner Entry Requirements

• The qualification is open to anyone who is capable of reaching the required standards.
• The qualification requires physical exertion and individual participation is essential, therefore a degree of physical fitness is necessary.
• There is an element of communication (discussing, presenting, reading, and writing) and application of number involved, so learners should have basic skills in communication and numeracy at Levels 3 and 2 respectively.

Progression Routes

Learners wishing to progress from this qualification can undertake the following qualifications:

• Level 2 Diploma in Instructing Exercise and Fitness
• Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training
• Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Personal Training
• Apprenticeship in Exercise and Fitness

Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training (RQF) is aimed at learners who are looking to become a personal trainer and who have achieved a Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instruction.

Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training (RQF) aims to provide the learner with the knowledge and skills required for an individual to work unsupervised as a personal trainer. This includes being able to offer one-to-one training, baseline assessment, nutritional advice, and progressive programming which is specific to the individual needs of a client.

This qualification is recognised as an approved qualification for entry onto the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) at Level 3.

Qualification Structure

Learners must achieve all seven of the following mandatory units to achieve a total credit of 36.