Focus Awards Level 2 Certificate in Group Training Sessions (RQF)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Focus Awards. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 159 hours.
Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
Focus Awards Level 2 Certificate in Group Training Sessions (RQF)
Anatomy physiology and kinesiology for exercise and health
- Understand the structure and function of the circulatory systemUnderstand the structure and function of the respiratory systemUnderstand the structure and function of the skeletonUnderstand joints in the skeletonUnderstand the muscular and fascial systemUnderstand the life-course of the musculoskeletal system and its implications for special populations exerciseUnderstand energy systems and their relation to exerciseUnderstand the nervous system and its relation to exerciseUnderstand the structure and function of the digestive system
Focus Awards Level 2 Certificate in Group Training Sessions (RQF)
Instructing professional practice and effective exercise supervision in group training sessions
- Prepare self and equipment for a group training session, ensuring professional appearance and safe equipment.
- Prepare participants for a group training session, including health screening and briefing on session structure.
- Instruct a group training session using effective communication and demonstration techniques.
- Improve participants' performance during a group training session through motivation and feedback.
- Bring a group training session to an end safely, including cool-down and final briefing.
- Reflect on the delivery of a group training session to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
- Support clients taking part in group training sessions, addressing individual needs and ensuring inclusivity.
Focus Awards Level 2 Certificate in Group Training Sessions (RQF)
Know how to support clients lifestyle management and enhance client motivation for exercise and physical activity
- Understand how to form effective working relationships with clientsUnderstand how to address barriers to exercise/physical activity that clients experienceUnderstand how to support clients to adhere to exercise/physical activityUnderstand how to provide ongoing customer service to clientsUnderstand how to maximise the customer experienceUnderstand professionalism within the industry
Focus Awards Level 2 Certificate in Group Training Sessions (RQF)
Planning professional practice with effective consultations and assessments for group training sessions
- Identify appropriate methods for collecting participant information prior to group training sessions.
- Explain the importance of using participant information to tailor group training sessions.
- Describe the key components of a safe and effective group training session plan.
- Apply participant information to design a group training session that meets individual needs.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of a group training session plan in relation to participant goals.
- Justify the inclusion of specific exercises and activities based on participant assessments.
Focus Awards Level 2 Certificate in Group Training Sessions (RQF)
Principles of health and wellbeing for exercise, fitness and health
- Understand the effects of exercise on the bodyUnderstand the components of fitnessUnderstand how to apply the principles and variables of fitness to an exercise programmeUnderstand the Exercise contraindications and key safety guidelines for special populationsUnderstand how to safely monitor exercise intensityUnderstand the health benefits of physical activityUnderstand the importance of healthy eating
Focus Awards Level 2 Certificate in Group Training Sessions (RQF)
Principles of professional practice and health and safety in a fitness environment
- Understand emergency procedures in a fitness environmentUnderstand health and safety requirements in a fitness environmentUnderstand how to control risks in a fitness environmentUnderstand how to safeguard children and vulnerable adults
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/6876/7
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Focus Awards
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Dec 2020