ANTE & POST NATAL
Leading to CYMCA Level 3 Ante and Post Natal Instructor
COURSE AIM
People now understand the benefits of exercise during pregnancy and after, and this course is designed to give you all the specialist skills and knowledge needed to plan and teach a safe and effective exercise programme for ante & post-natal participants.
COURSE FORMAT
After completing your home study pack you will attend three workshop days where you will be given all the practical skills needed to complete the assessment. Tutors will observe you practising and give specific feedback on your teaching techniques. You will then have 4 weeks to practice before returning to take your practical assessment.
WHO SHOULD GO ON THE COURSE?
Candidates who work in a fitness facility or are personal trainers who have to plan and teach exercise programmes for specialist population clients
ASSESSMENT
- Multiple choice theory paper
- Case Study
- Observed practical assessment
COURSE CONTENT
- The anatomy of pregnancy
- The ante natal period
- The post natal period
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Structure and content of ante and post natal exercise session
- Planning teaching and evaluation of skills
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- Students must hold a current related Level 2 Gym or Level 2 Exercise to Music Certificate.
- Students must be 18 or over
- Valid CPR certificate
CERTIFICATION
Central YMCA Qualifications Level 3 Certificate in Instructing Physical Activity for Ante and Post Natal Exercise
