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At Lifetime we

inspire individuals

to achieve their full

portential through the

delivery of dynamic

training programmes.

‘The Lifetime team are

knowledgeable, experienced,

professional and friendly…’

simon sprowell,

people director, livingwell

why Lifetime? At Lifetime we make it easy for you to gain the qualifications and skills you need

for a career in the leisure industry. We work closely with the industry’s leading

employers and awarding bodies to ensure our courses provide students with the

skills and knowledge needed in today’s top clubs. With the highest grades of all

sports and recreation training providers in Adult Learning Inspections, Lifetime

are well respected in the industry and Lifetime graduates are in high demand.

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Members of

Fitness Industry Association (FIA)

Vanguard Platinum Member

SkillsActive

Fitness Industry Technical Expert Group

Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs)

Our values are integral to the spirit of Lifetime

InspiringSupportive Passionate

All Lifetime staff are highly qualified and have wide

ranging experience within the leisure industry.

As Lifetime has grown, so has our commitment

to the recruitment and development of the highest

quality staff – something recognised and highly

Our team At Lifetime we recognise that providing the

highest quality of training is dependent on

the skills, experience and dedication of

the Lifetime team members.

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Rewarding Innovative Team

regarded by the leading leisure industry

companies with whom we work including:

Fitness First, LivingWell, Hilton Hotels, Marriott

Hotels, DC Leisure, Esporta, Holmes Place and

Leisure Connection.

“The Lifetime team have been first class

in both their professionalism

and delivery of training.” lindsay liddell, group training manager, fitness first

“It is always a pleasure to work with the team at Lifetime.

The level of service has been outstanding. All members of

the team have ensured that the training programmes have

been delivered in a motivational and inspiring way.”

rob h ingston, tra in ing academy manager, cannons

Flexible training options

At Lifetime we provide flexible training options that

fit easily around today’s busy lifestyles. The majority

of our students enrol onto a Lifetime Award. Awards

are designed with a specific career in mind and

provide the most cost effective way of gaining the

qualifications you need. Each award is made up of

a combination of modules that can be studied as an

intensive block or spread out over up to 12 months

for those requiring greater flexibility.

We have invested a great deal in the

development of our study materials which

enable us to offer quality distance learning

study packs. As well as comprehensive manuals,

some awards include fully interactive CD Roms

designed to suit a wide range of learning styles.

The CD Rom video-streams lectures which gives

students the opportunity to review and rewind

content again and again.

“The tutors are superb, and the

course advisors go out of their way to help.” paul cranswick, student

Three-dimensional diagrams illustrate the subject

matter as the lecture progresses to really bring

the concepts to life. Interactive activities provide

continuous opportunities to check understanding

with end-of-unit tests allowing immediate feedback

on your progress. If you feel you would benefit more

from a classroom environment we also offer taught

options for all of our awards.

Our flexible approach to training at Lifetime is

extended to the payment options we offer, you can

stagger the cost of training throughout your course

without paying any interest or any more than the

overall award price. You also have the option of

applying for a Career Development Loan which is a

deferred payment bank loan to fund your training,

for more information please contact our course

advisors.

“All the staff, both

administrative and

teaching are quite

outstanding in their

professionalism,

efficiency, competence,

enthusiasm and

encouragement.”

john searle, student

“The quality of information on the CD Rom is first-rate with

the teaching delivered at just the right level. The interactive

activities and tests are an excellent learning tool.” joseph hayes, club manager, jubilee hall clubs

Awards are listed below with the required modules indicated on the right

Exercise

and fitness

knowledge

level 2

Gym

instructing

Circuits

instructing

Exercise

to music

Step exercise

to music

Aqua

exercise to

music

Nutrition

and weight

management

Exercise

and fitness

knowledge

level 3

Advanced

programming

Client

appraisal

Business

skills

Ante/post

natal

Seniors Obesity GP referral

For more

information

Fitness Instructor ● ● page 12

Fastrack Fitness Instructor ● ● page 13

Fitness and Circuits Instructor ● ● ● page 14

Exercise to Music Instructor ● ● page 16

Combined Instructor ● ● ● ● page 18

Studio Instructor ● ● ● ● ● page 19

entry requirements apply to enrol on some level 3 awards. please refer to the individual award page for details.

Advanced Fitness Instructor ● ● page 22

Nutrition and Weight Management ● page 23

Diploma in Personal Training ● ● ● ● ● ● ● page 24

Diploma in Personal Training (with referred populations) ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● page 26

Special Populations ● ● ● page 28

GP Referral ● page 29

● Theoretical module–distance learning options are available ● Practical taught module

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Awards are listed below with the required modules indicated on the right

Exercise

and fitness

knowledge

level 2

Gym

instructing

Circuits

instructing

Exercise

to music

Step exercise

to music

Aqua

exercise to

music

Nutrition

and weight

management

Exercise

and fitness

knowledge

level 3

Advanced

programming

Client

appraisal

Business

skills

Ante/post

natal

Seniors Obesity GP referral

For more

information

Fitness Instructor ● ● page 12

Fastrack Fitness Instructor ● ● page 13

Fitness and Circuits Instructor ● ● ● page 14

Exercise to Music Instructor ● ● page 16

Combined Instructor ● ● ● ● page 18

Studio Instructor ● ● ● ● ● page 19

entry requirements apply to enrol on some level 3 awards. please refer to the individual award page for details.

Advanced Fitness Instructor ● ● page 22

Nutrition and Weight Management ● page 23

Diploma in Personal Training ● ● ● ● ● ● ● page 24

Diploma in Personal Training (with referred populations) ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● page 26

Special Populations ● ● ● page 28

GP Referral ● page 29

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● Theoretical module–distance learning options are available ● Practical taught module

accreditation and certification

The Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) is a system of

regulation for all instructors, coaches, trainers and teachers

involved in the exercise and fitness industry.

Registration is achieved and maintained through the gaining

of qualifications and training which are nationally recognised

and linked to the National Occupational Standards for exercise

and fitness. All Lifetime awards are recognised by REPs and

upon completion of a full award we will arrange and pay for your

registration. In addition, because our awards not only meet,

but exceed the level of practical skill required by the awarding

bodies, Lifetime qualified instructors are regarded as amongst

the best in the fitness industry.

The Register of Exercise Professionals

Register level and category Details Lifetime awards for direct entry to REPs

Level 1 Assistant Fitness Instructor This is aimed at those who are new to the industry and registration at this level is limited to a year during which time students are expected to achieve a Fitness Instructor Qualification.

Level 2 Fitness Instructor Most entry-level gym or studio instructors are likely to be registered at this level. This signifies that the instructor is able to deal with clients with no apparent health concerns or special needs.

Fitness Instructor Award

Fitness and Circuits Instructor Award

Exercise to Music Award

Combined Instructor Award

Studio Instructor Award

Level 3 Advanced Instructor This level is aimed at those instructors who provide more advance exercise programmes for clients.

Advanced Fitness Instructor Award

Diploma in Personal Training

Personal Trainer For instructors who work as personal trainers utilising advanced training techniques and a range of equipment.


Special Populations This level of the register is for advanced instructors who are working with non-referred clients (ante/post natal, seniors, obesity).

Diploma in Personal Training + Special Populations or Diploma in Personal Training with Referred Populations

Low-risk Referrals This is a very specialised level of the register for those that wish to work with clients referred from their GP.

Diploma in Personal Training + GP Referral or Diploma in Personal Training with Referred Populations

Like most other areas of employment, the fitness industry is

experiencing rapid change, in terms of the range of products and

services on offer and the technical ability that is needed to deliver

them. Whether you are employed, self-employed or work part-

time, you will need to keep your knowledge and skills up to date

and relevant. Personal development is often called Continuing

Professional Development (CPD) and it is a requirement for

maintaining your REPs status.

In a one year period:

● a level 2 instructor will have to complete 16 CPD credits

● a level 3 instructor will have to complete 24 CPD credits.

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Register level and category Details Lifetime awards for direct entry to REPs

Level 1 Assistant Fitness Instructor This is aimed at those who are new to the industry and registration at this level is limited to a year during which time students are expected to achieve a Fitness Instructor Qualification.

Level 2 Fitness Instructor Most entry-level gym or studio instructors are likely to be registered at this level. This signifies that the instructor is able to deal with clients with no apparent health concerns or special needs.



Exercise to Music Award



Level 3 Advanced Instructor This level is aimed at those instructors who provide more advance exercise programmes for clients.



Personal Trainer For instructors who work as personal trainers utilising advanced training techniques and a range of equipment.


Special Populations This level of the register is for advanced instructors who are working with non-referred clients (ante/post natal, seniors, obesity).

Diploma in Personal Training + Special Populations or Diploma in Personal Training with Referred Populations

Low-risk Referrals This is a very specialised level of the register for those that wish to work with clients referred from their GP.

Diploma in Personal Training + GP Referral or Diploma in Personal Training with Referred Populations

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All Lifetime modules

provide CPD credits

and every module we

offer can be booked

individually. Entry

requirements apply.

Module CPD credits Entry requirements

Exercise and fitness knowledge level 2 24 None

Gym instructing 24 Exercise and ftness knowledge level 2 or

REPs recognised level 2 qualification

Circuits instructing 24 Exercise and ftness knowledge level 2 or


Exercise to music 24 Exercise and ftness knowledge level 2 or


Step exercise to music 24 REPs recognised exercise to music qualification

Aqua exercise to music 24 REPs recognised exercise to music qualification

Nutrition and weight management 24 REPs recognised level 2 qualification

Exercise and fitness knowledge level 3 24 REPs recognised level 2 qualification

Advanced programming 24 Exercise and fitness knowledge level 3

Client appraisal 24 REPs recognised level 2 qualification

Business skills REPs recognised level 2 qualification

Ante/Post Natal 16 REPs recognised level 2 qualification

Seniors 16 REPs recognised level 2 qualification

Obesity 8 REPs recognised level 2 qualification

GP Referral 24 REPs recognised level 3 qualification

accreditation and certification

Certification

Upon completion of an award or module you will be certificated

with a Lifetime industry award. Lifetime is an authorised Central

YMCA Qualifications (CYQ) centre so you have the option of

gaining CYQ certification by paying an additional fee; please

contact a course advisor for further information.

Before certification of any award you will need to provide

an appropriate first aid qualification, you don’t need this

to start the award but will need to have achieved it prior

to claiming final certification.

For details on which level of first aid qualification is

required, and where to find courses, please contact

a Lifetime course advisor.

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awards

This is the entry-level qualification for anyone

wishing to work within a gym environment. This

award will prepare instructors to induct clients

onto gym equipment and to plan and supervise

their workouts.

Exercise and Fitness Knowledge is available via

distance learning utilising workbooks and a fully

interactive CD Rom but can also be completed

as a taught module. If you think you may already

have the knowledge required for this module, try

the on-line Mock Theory Test at www.lifetimehf.

co.uk – you may be able to get exemption from

this module and just sit the final examination.

Entry requirements

There are no entry

requirements of this award,

although we recommend

that you have used a gym

prior to commencing the

course. You will need a CPR

qualification prior to claiming

final certification – but you

don’t need this to start the

award.

Award modules

Exercise and fitness knowledge level 2● Concepts of fitness

● Bones and joints

● The muscular system

● Kinesiology

● Energy systems

● Cardiovascular system

● Basic nutrition

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Award modules




● Kinesiology

● Energy systems


● Basic nutrition

Gym instructing● Programme design

● Health screening

● Preparing people for exercise

● Resistance training (gym

machines and free weights)

● Cardiovascular training

● Relaxation and stretching

● Health and safety

● Motivational teaching skills

Assessment and certification

The award is assessed against

the National Standards for

Exercise and Fitness. Students

will be required to sit a theory

paper as well as completing a

practical gym assessment.

This award leads to the

Lifetime Fitness

Instructor Award

and entry to

REPs at level 2.

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who have provisional status on REPs, or

instructors who have completed training

programmes that are not nationally

recognised.

Fastrack option

This is a distance learning

option for the Fitness Instructor

Award (see left for description,

module details and basic entry

requirements). It has been

designed to meet the needs of

instructors who are experienced

in the fitness industry, but

whose qualifications are not

REPs recognised. It is both time

and cost efficient as there is no

requirement to attend taught

courses. The student prepares

for the theory and practical

examination using a

study pack that includes a

fully interactive CD Rom.

Additional entry requirementsTo qualify for the fastrack

option, students would

normally have

at least six

months gym

programming

experience.


Award modules

Exercise and fitness knowledge level 2

● Concepts of fitness



● Kinesiology

● Energy systems


● Basic nutrition




● Resistance training

(gym machines and free weights)





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This is the ideal starting point for those wishing to

work at Fitness Instructor level within a health or

leisure club. The programme will prepare instructors

to induct clients onto gym equipment and also

provide versatile group teaching skills required to

run an effective circuits class.

Entry requirements

There are no entry requirements of this award,

although we recommend that you have used

a gym and attended circuits classes prior

to commencing the course. You will need

a CPR qualification prior to claiming final

certification – but you don’t need this to

start the award.

The ideal starting point

for anyone wishing to

work at Fitness Instructor

level within a health or

leisure club.

Award modules




● Resistance training

(gym machines and free weights)






The award is assessed against the National

Standards for Exercise and Fitness. Students

will be required to sit a theory paper as

well as completing practical gym and

circuits assessments. This award leads to

the Lifetime Fitness and Circuits Instructor

Award and entry to REPs at level 2.

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Circuits instructing● Class design

● Observation/motivation skills

● Group teaching skills


● Warm-up design

● Circuit station exercises

● Teaching skills

● Group abs and back exercise

● Cool-down and stretching


“I thoroughly enjoyed myself.” marc hocking, student

Exercise to Music Instructor Award

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This is the entry-level qualification for anyone wishing to become an

aerobics/group exercise instructor. The course is workshop

based, enabling students to gain the confidence

and practical skills to plan and teach an

exercise to music class. The course also

covers the theoretical knowledge

to be able to advise people on

exercise programmes within

the studio environment.

Entry requirements

There are no entry requirements for

this award, although we recommend

that you have participated in exercise

to music classes before commencing

the course. You will need a CPR

qualification prior to claiming final

certification – but you don’t need

this to start the award.

Award modules





● Kinesiology

● Energy systems


● Basic nutrition

Exercise to music● Use of music

● Essential teaching skills

● Choreography


● Class design and structure

● Muscular strength and

endurance training







will be required to sit a theory paper and a

practical Exercise to Music assessment.

This award leads to the Lifetime Exercise to

Music Instructor and entry to REPs at Level 2.

17“The tutor was so understanding and approachable. If you have a problem the Lifetime team are always there to talk to and give help and advice.”

claire niblett, student


Award modules





● Kinesiology

● Energy systems


● Basic nutrition










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This award provides an ideal grounding for people wishing

to start a career as a versatile Fitness Instructor. Students

will develop both theoretical and practical skills to teach

individual and group exercise programmes. Instructors who

are able to work in varied exercise environments including

both the gym and studio are in great demand.

Entry requirements

There are no entry requirements for this award, however we

recommend that you have used a gym and have taken part in

circuits and exercise to music classes prior to commencing the

course. You will need a CPR qualification prior to claiming final

certification – but you don’t need this to start the award.

You will need to complete Exercise

and fitness knowledge level 2

first. Then you can complete the

other three units in any order













will be required to sit a theory paper as well

as completing practical assessments for

each discipline. This award leads to

the Lifetime Combined Instructor

Award in Gym, Circuits

and Exercise to Music

and entry to REPs

at Level 2.

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● Warm-up design


● Teaching skills






● Choreography




endurance training





Award modules




● Kinesiology

● Energy systems


● Basic nutrition





● Warm-up design


● Teaching skills




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This award is designed for people who wish to focus on

group exercise instructing, in both the studio and pool.

Studio instructors have the opportunity to gain employed

work in fitness clubs or work on a freelance basis teaching

in a variety of clubs and sports centres. Today’s instructors

need to be able to deliver a variety of classes and by

gaining certification in all of these disciplines students

can maximise their earning potential.

Entry requirements

There are no entry requirements for this award, however we

recommend that you have participated in circuits, exercise

to music, step and aqua classes prior to commencing the

course. You will need a CPR qualification prior to claiming

final certification – but you don’t need this to start the award.



● Choreography




endurance training




You will need to

complete this award in

three stages beginning

with Exercise and fitness

knowledge level 2.

In stage 2 you will

complete Exercise to

music and Circuits

instructing (in any

order).





● Warm-up design


● Teaching skills




Assessment and certificationThe award is assessed against the National Standards for Exercise and Fitness. Students will be required to sit a theory paper as well as completing practical assessments for each discipline. This award leads to the Lifetime Studio Instructor Award in Circuits, Exercise to Music, Step Exercise to Music and Aqua Exercise to Music and entry to REPs at level 2.

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● Choreography




endurance training




Step exercise to music

● Bio-mechanics of

stepping

● Lesson planning and

class structure


● Choreography

● Building up routines

● Intensity and variation


Aqua exercise to music● Principles of exercise in water

● Properties of water

● Choreography in water

● Class structure and design

● Adapting teaching skills

● Use of woggles, mitts

and floats

● Intensity and variation of

exercises

● Pool-side health and safety

In stage 3 you will

complete Step exercise

to music and Aqua

exercise to music.

(in any order).


Award modules

Exercise and Fitness Knowledge Level 3● Components and

principles of fitness


● Muscles and muscle action

● The cardiopulmonary

system

● Energy for muscle action

● Nervous and endocrine

system

Advanced programming

● Advanced

CV training

● Advanced

resistance

training

● Alternative

training

environments

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The Advanced Fitness

Instructor Award

is the gateway to

access REPs level 3. It

encompasses Exercise

and Fitness Knowledge

at level 3 and Advanced

programming skills. The

advanced instructor has

the ability to gather and

analyse information

and develop advanced

exercise programmes.

This award can either be completed as a fully

taught module or the theoretical components can

be completed by distance learning with attendance

on a three-day advanced programming workshop.

Entry requirements

A REPs recognised Fitness Instructor Qualification

(level 2) is required prior to commencing this

course. You will need a CPR qualification prior to

claiming final certification – but you don’t need

this to start the award.

When you have completed

this module you can easily

progress to complete the

additional modules for the

Diploma in Personal Training.

Award modules

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Students will be required

to complete a theory and

case study assessment.

Successful students will

achieve the Lifetime

Advanced Fitness

Instructor

Award

and entry

to REPs

level 3.

This award will provide students with the

fundamentals of nutrition and weight management

looking at digestion, metabolism, energy balance

and eating behaviour. This course is available as

a distance learning study pack or as a fully taught

course.

Entry requirementsA REPs recognised Fitness Instructor or Exercise

to Music Qualification (level 2) is required prior

to commencing this course. You will need a CPR

qualification prior to claiming final certification –

but you don’t need this to start the award.

Module units● Nutritional

components of diet

● Food science

● Metabolism and

energy balance

● Nutrition and health

● Psychology of eating

● Sports nutrition

● Using food diaries

● Dietary analysis

● Calculating energy

values of food

● Planning balanced

diets

● Weight management

programmes

Nutrition and Weight Management Award

This is an ideal award for fitness

instructors wishing to enhance

their understanding of nutrition

and weight management.

Assessment and certificationAssessment is through a

theory exam and a case

study in exam conditions.

Successful students will

be awarded the Lifetime

Nutrition and Weight

Management Award.


Award modules




● Kinesiology

● Energy systems

● Cardiovascular

system

● Basic nutrition










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award in five stages

beginning with

Exercise and fitness

knowledge level 2.

In stage 2 you will

complete the Gym

instructing module.

In stage 3 you will complete

Client appraisal, Nutrition

and weight management and

Exercise and fitness knowledge

level 3 (in any order).

The diploma provides students with

the skills, knowledge, resources

and expertise – from the entry level

requirements of fitness instructing to

advanced prescription and training

techniques–required to work as an

employed or freelance personal trainer.

Entry requirementsThere are no formal entry requirements

as the diploma takes you from the very

beginning. We recommend that you

complete the modules in the order

detailed below, but contact our course

advisors to discuss your registration

in more detail. You will need a CPR

qualification prior to claiming final

certification – but you do not need

this to start the diploma.

Client appraisal● Physiological measures

of fitness

● Stress assessment and coping strategies

● Client screening

● Postural analysis

● Fitness testing protocols for measuring cardio-

respiratory fitness

● Assessment of muscular strength and endurance

● Assessment of joint flexibility

● Lung capacity and peak flow

● Resting blood pressure

● Circumference and body composition measurements

Nutrition and weight management● Nutritional

components of diet

● Food science

● Metabolism and

energy balance







values of food

● Planning balanced diets

If you have a REPs recognised level 2 gym instructing qualification you

can complete the Diploma in Personal Training for Current Instructors,

which comprises stages 3, 4 and 5 of the award modules detailed below.

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Exercise and fitness knowledge level 3● Components and

principles of fitness


● Muscles and muscle action

● The cardiopulmonary

system

● Energy for muscle action

● Nervous and endocrine

system

Advanced programming

● Advanced

CV training

● Advanced

resistance

training

● Alternative

training

environments

Assessment and certificationThe award is assessed

against the National

Standards for Exercise

and Fitness. Students

will be required to sit a

combination of theory

papers and practical

assessments. The award

leads to the Lifetime

Diploma in Personal

Training

and entry

to REPs

at Level 3.

Business skills

● Starting your

business

● Marketing

and promotion

● Customer

relations

● Business

and financial

management

In stage 4 you

will complete

the Advanced

programming

module.

In stage 5 you

will complete the

Business skills

module.

Client appraisal● Physiological measures

of fitness

● Stress assessment and coping strategies

● Client screening

● Postural analysis

● Fitness testing protocols for measuring cardio-

respiratory fitness

● Assessment of muscular strength and endurance

● Assessment of joint flexibility

● Lung capacity and peak flow

● Resting blood pressure

● Circumference and body composition measurements

Nutrition and weight management● Nutritional

components of diet

● Food science

● Metabolism and

energy balance







values of food

● Planning balanced diets

“What an amazing bunch of guys, highly professional,

immensely knowledgeable, always encouraging and great fun. It

has been a privilege and inspiration to have been at Lifetime” john searle, student

26 The modules for the first stages of the diploma are exactly as for the Diploma in

Personal Training detailed in the previous pages. In addition, you will complete

the following additional modules (in any order). If you wish to change the order

in which you complete modules, please refer to the individual module entry

requirements or call our course advisors to discuss your booking in more detail.

Diploma in Personal Training with Referred Populations

The Diploma in Personal Training with referred

populations has been designed for instructors

wishing to work with a range of population groups

who will directly benefit from a more active lifestyle.

This award will enable you to work with low risk

clients outside of a clinical setting as specified in

the NHS Quality Assurance Framework for Exercise

Referral Programmes. Learn about the interaction

of exercise and specific diseases developing

your theoretical knowledge to include the ageing

population among others. This will also equip you

with the industry recognised qualification to work

within GP Referral schemes.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry

requirements as the diploma

takes you from the very

beginning. You will need a first

aid at work qualification prior to

claiming final certification – but

you don’t need this to start the

diploma.

Seniors

● Physiology or ageing

● Degenerative diseases

● Psychological perspectives

● Health appraisal, screening

and exercise guidance

● Functional strength development

● Encouraging social interaction

● Structuring workouts

● Studio class formats

Additional award modules

Ante/post natal● Anatomical change during

pregnancy

● Physiological adaptations

during pregnancy

● Psychological considerations

of pregnancy

● Exercise adaptations within

gym and studio environments

● Current physical activity

● Abdominal training

recommendations

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Diploma in Personal Training with Referred Populations

Seniors

● Physiology or ageing



● Health appraisal, screening

and exercise guidance





Ante/post natal● Anatomical change during

pregnancy

● Physiological adaptations

during pregnancy

● Psychological considerations

of pregnancy

● Exercise adaptations within

gym and studio environments


● Abdominal training

recommendations

Obesity● Defining obesity,

classification and

prevalence

● Treatment of obesity

● Complications/

consequences

of obesity

● Exercise and obesity

● Exercise and obese

clients: prescription

issues

GP referral● Lifestyle, health and government policy

● Background to the GP referral process

● Establishing and running a GP

referral scheme

● Exercise and coronary heart disease

● Exercise and diabetes

● Exercise and arthritis and osteoporosis

● Exercise and cancer

● Exercise and mental health

● Exercise and asthma

Special Populations

Award modules

Seniors● Physiology or ageing



● Health appraisal, screening and exercise guidance





Ante/post natal● Anatomical change

during pregnancy

● Physiological adaptations during pregnancy

● Psychological considerations of pregnancy

● Exercise adaptations within gym and studio environments


● Abdominal training recommendations

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This award is designed for

instructors wishing to work with

low risk clients in the following

groups; seniors, ante post natal

and obesity.

Entry requirements

A REPs recognised Personal

Training qualification is required

prior to commencing this award.

We recommend that students

have been actively working in the

industry with a range of clients.

You will need a first aid at work

qualification prior to claiming

final certification – but you do

not need this to start the award.

Obesity● Defining obesity,

classification and

prevalence

● Treatment of obesity

● Complications/

consequences

of obesity

● Exercise and obesity

● Exercise and obese

clients: prescription

issues


The award is assessed

against the National

Standards for Exercise

and Fitness. Students

will be required to sit

a theory paper as well

as completing a case

study. The course leads

to the Lifetime Special

Populations Award.

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GP Referral

The GP Referral Award has been devised to

qualify instructors to deal with GP referred

clients, defined as low risk in the Exercise

Referral Quality Assurance Framework and

REPs, where specialist training is required in

order to devise suitable programmes. The

award also serves as an introduction to GP

referral systems, how they are structured

and who is involved.

Entry requirements

A REPs recognised Advanced Fitness

Instructor Qualification (level 3) is required

prior to commencing this award. You will

need a first aid at work qualification prior

to claiming final certification – but you do

not need this to start the award.

Module units● Lifestyle, health and

government policy

● Background to the GP referral process

● Establishing and running a GP referral scheme

● Exercise and coronary heart disease

● Exercise and diabetes

● Exercise and arthritis and osteoporosis

● Exercise and cancer

● Exercise and mental health

● Exercise and asthma


Students will be required

to complete a theory

paper and case study to

achieve the Lifetime GP

Referral Award.

“Lifetime helped me advance as an instructor, through their motivation, inspiration and advice.”

lisa marie, student

For all your training enquiries,

contact a Lifetime course advisor on:

0870 702 7273 or visit our web site to enrol online:

www.lifetimehf.co.uk or come and talk to us at:

3 Berkeley Square Bristol bs8 1hl

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