Exercise Instruction

Description

This module takes theoretical knowledge and sets it in the context of identification of health and exercise goals, followed by the planning, monitoring, evaluation and delivery of appropriate exercise.

Learning Outcomes

  1. Design safe and effective individual gym programmes and group fitness classes

  2. Deliver safe and effective individual gym programmes and group fitness classes

  3. Explain the components of health and fitness and their measurement

  4. Explain how different types of exercise can improve cardiorespiratory fitness, strength, power and flexibility

  5. Appreciate differences in the individual response to exercise and training and how these may be monitored

  6. Describe the differences required in programming for special populations

  7. Explain the risks inherent in exercise

  8. Describe the legal requirements of standards of practice, ethics, and customer service

Credits
10
% Coursework 60%
% Final Exam 40%