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Part Time
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One Year
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Boston
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September 2022
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Fitness and Physical Activity YMCA Award Level 1
Add to ShortlistThe Level 1 Fitness and Physical Activity YMCA Award is designed for students who wish to gain a fitness qualification and further their career aspirations in the fitness industry or prepare them for further training or education.
This course will develop your understanding of the gym environment, the information needed to engage and benefit clients and how to exercise safely and effectively to support a gym instructor in this setting.
As well as a standalone qualification, this course is also offered to current sport students as an additional qualification to their courses.
What will I do?
To gain the Level 1 Fitness and Physical Activity YMCA Award you will need to complete modules in:
- Exercise and fitness knowledge
- Participating in physical activity
- Exploring personal fitness
- Understanding the health and fitness industry
- Assist in the delivery of an exercise session
Teaching and learning will take place in both the gym and classrooms.
In addition to your course, you may also study either Functional Skills or GCSE English and Maths, dependent on your current GCSE grade.
Entry Qualifications
The entry qualifications for the Level 1 Fitness and Physical Activity YMCA Award are an active interest in fitness training and demonstrate a proven commitment and enthusiasm for the profession in the form of a positive reference. However, relevant Key Stage 4 qualifications will also be considered.
Attendance
The Fitness and Physical Activity YMCA Award will take you one year to complete. You will attend Boston Colleges Peter Paine Performance Centre for two hours, one day a week.
Fees
The Fitness and Physical Activity YMCA Award is free, if you are under the age of 19 on 31 August of the year you start the course.
If you are aged 19+, this course will cost £272.
Fee remission may apply depending on personal circumstances, please enquire with the Registry Department for further information on 01205 365701 or email your query to fees@boston.ac.uk.
Please note that all fees are subject to change.
How Will I Be Assessed
The Fitness and Physical Activity YMCA Award is assessed through workbooks, practical individual work and an examination.
Where Could It Lead?
Successful completion of the Level 1 Fitness and Physical Activity YMCA Award should enhance your prospects of finding a career within the fitness industry.
How to Apply.
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What you could earn
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£33,128
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£15,912
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£861
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