Practitioner Education

Course details

Participants in Strand 2, must complete modules 2,5 & 7 of the Strand 1 Tutor Education which are as follows:

• Research Skills and Programme Development in Exercise & Health Fitness
• Applied Multimedia in Exercise & Health Fitness Tuition
• Final Project Submission

Participants must also accumulate an additional 30 ECTS Credits from the HCEHF specialist courses not previously completed.

• Personal Training (ECTS = 30)
• Strength & Conditioning for Sport (ECTS = 30)
• Pilates & Corrective Exercise (ECTS = 30)
• Health Related Activity for Children (ECTS = 15)
• Fit for Life: Lifestyle Management (ECTS = 15)
• Facility Operations (ECTS = 15)
• Active Aging for the Older Adult (ECTS = 15)
• Studio Cycling (Spinning) (ECTS = 15)

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Module Elective 2 Entry Requirements:

Higher Certificate in Exercise & Health Fitness (HCEHF) or 60 ECTS

• Credits from Year 2 Specialist Module LinkIn’s or an equivalent qualification.

OFA Occupational First Aid (OFA)

is an NCEF & industry requirement. All candidates on the aboveprogramme must provide a current OFA Certificate prior to completion.

Experience:

Minimum two years practical experience working in the Health/Leisure/Fitness industry or in an area relevant to the role of an NCEF Practitioner (e.g. Advanced Instructor, Gym Supervisor/ Manager).

Knowledge

: Broad knowledge base a Certificate in Exercise & Health Fitness modules and HCEHF Specialist Courses

Attitudes and personal qualities:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and mature disposition.

Other desirable criteria:

Practical experience of working in any of the HCEHF specialist courses.

Successful Interview: Interviews can be completed via face to face, telephone or skype

Please Note:

NCEF/UL Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Scheme: Previously qualified NCEF Level 1 and Level 2 Instructors and those applicants with equivalent qualifications are eligible to apply for entry on to this programme through the NCEF/UL RPL Scheme. Applicants must complete a Portfolio of Learning with their application. This portfolio should clearly detail your existing qualification and background.