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The National Diploma in
Personal Training, Fitness Instruction & Health Management
 

Course Modules & Topics

Module 1 - Anatomy & Physiology for Sport & Exercise
Function and Structure of the Skeletal System
Biomechanics of Movement & Exercise
Function and Structure of the Muscular System
Energy Systems and their Relationship to Exercise
Function & Structure of the Cardio-Respiratory System

Module 2 - Sports Nutrition
Effective Use of Nutrients
Eating for Weight Loss/Muscle Gain
Pre & Post Event Supplementation

Module 3 - Health Screening
Approaching Consultations / Interpreting Health History
Conditions Requiring Medical Clearance
Body Composition Analysis
Lifestyle Management / Recording & Filing Procedures

Module 4 - Exercise to Music / Group Fitness
Exercise to Music / Circuit Training
Class Plans / Choregraphy / Music Tempo
Screening Procedures - Individuals & Groups
Cardio-Kickboxing & Boxfit Training
Step Aerobic Teaching
Boot Camp Training

Module 5 - Resistance Training
Advanced Resistance (Weight) Training
Safety Procedures in the Gym
Machine & Free Weight Exercise Prescription
Beginner to Advanced Training Programmes
Contraindicated Exercises
Programme Design
Flexibility Training

Module 6 - Business Management
Business Registration / Tax Obligations / Insurance
Marketing / Advertising / Commercial Trends
Effective use of the Internet

50 Hours of Work Placement must be completed as part of the diploma programme.