Course overview
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As well as providing an excellent knowledge base in personal training, this Active IQ Level 3 Award is ideal for students aspiring to become a specialist instructors for pre and post-natal clients, who want to achieve a nationally recognised qualification in designing pre and post-natal exercise programmes and for those who would like to go onto further vocational training and placement opportunities.
Study method
- Online
- Blended
- In-class

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Duration study load
This course will take approximately 40 hours to complete. Once enrolled, you will receive a full year to complete the course, which is a lot more time than you will need. This allows you to work at your own pace, without the pressure of tight deadlines.
Entry requirements
To enrol on this course, students must have previously obtained one of the following qualifications:
- Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing
- Level 2 Certificate in Group Training
- Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training
- Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Matwork
- Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Yoga
Course features
- Comprehensive study materials
- Dedicated personal tutor support
- Dedicated student support
- Accreditation
- Assignment marking and feedback
- FREE CV critique service
- FREE employability guide to help you impress future employers
- FREE XO Student Discounts membership
Assessment
Students’ knowledge will be tested by two different assessment methods. To successfully complete Unit 1, students will be asked to complete a series of worksheets to determine students’ understanding of key concepts and materials. Unit 2 will be assessed via a case study that requires students to design a programme card for each trimester and post-natal period.
Delivery
You will study this course by distance learning, which will enable you to learn when and where you want. You can study from home or at work; it is completely up to you. You choose whether you want to study this course through a course pack or an online learning platform. You will also receive our tutor support by email, so help is only a click away!
Subjects
- Understand the benefits and barriers/concerns of physical activity for pre and postnatal clients
- Know the physiological and biomechanical changes that take place during pregnancy
- Know the physiological and biomechanical changes that take place during the postnatal period
- Understand the key considerations for pre and postnatal clients participating in physical activity
- Understand how to collect information to ensure health and safety when working with a pre or postnatal client
- Know the role that healthcare professionals play in supporting pre and postnatal clients
- Know the nutritional requirements for pre and postnatal clients
- Be able to design an individualised, safe and effective exercise programme for a pre or postnatal client
- Be able to record and individualised, safe and effective exercise programme for a pre or postnatal client
- Be able to identify and manage specific risks to the pre or postnatal client when participating in physical activity
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