Pilates Instructor

Course details

This specialist course is for qualified fitness instructors who wish to enhance their knowledge and skills and provide safe and effective instruction in Pilates & Corrective. These specialists can work with clients on a one to one basis or in a group setting.

Course Details:

• Four contact weekends
• Private study and an additional day for final assessments.
• Work experience which includes a detailed project and submission of a short video.

RECOGNITION

• 30 European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) credits towards the Higher Certificate/ Diploma/B.Sc. in Exercise & Health Fitness through a flexible learning pathway.
• ECTS credits can be used towards the NCEF Higher Certificate / Diploma / B.Sc. in Exercise & Health Fitness through a flexible learning pathway and also towards other University qualifications in Europe who follow ECTS credit value system.
• Successful students will receive an NCEF Certificate of Completion
• The NCEF is accredited by the European Health Fitness Association (EHFA).

CONTENT

For detailed course content please

• Introduction to Pilates & Corrective Exercise
• Applied Anatomy & Physiology
• Client Screening & Assessment
• Programming
• Pilates and Corrective Exercise: Applications
• Final Assessments

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

(A) For Certificate in Exercise & Health Fitness (CEHF) Graduates and Recertified NCEF Level 1 holders:

• Completed NCEF/UL Application Form
• Curriculum Vitae outlining your work experience in the industry
• Copy of your CEHF/PEAI NCEF Level 1 Certificate

(B)For Expired NCEF Level 1 holders (1987-2006) and for those with equivalent qualifications:

• Completed NCEF/UL Application Form
• Completed Portfolio of Learning (POL) as part of the NCEF/UL Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Scheme. This POL form is available from NCEF Head Office or download Pilates & Corrective Exercise POL here.
• OFA Occupational First Aid (OFA) is an NCEF & industry requirement. All candidates must provide a current OFA Certificate on application.

Please note an RPL fee applies to all applicants required to submit a POL Form. On successful

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Application Procedure

• Apply by filling in the on-line form or download the printer friendly version here.
• Application form and copy of your CEHF results or equivalent (NCEF Level 1 current) and OFA certificate to NCEF Head Office
• For applicants that do not hold a leaving certificate or equivalent, you will need to apply through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) – for information please read the information on the RPL page. A cost of €125 applies to all Portfolio of Learning applicants. However if successful this fee is then deducted from the cost of overall programme fees.
• Please submit RPL fee with initial application
• If you fulfil all the criteria and are successful an acceptance pack will be posted to you.
• The completed acceptance forms and required documentation and deposit are returned to head office by the deadline date given in the acceptance pack.
• Please note that once accepted onto the programme all correspondence will be sent via email so it is vital to ensure you have a valid current email address and that this address is clearly stated on your application form.