Ante and Post Natal Fitness Instructor
Leading to CYQ Level 3 Certificate in Ante and Post Natal Instructing
While many women increasingly understand the benefits of exercise during and after pregnancy, it is essential for their health and that of the baby, that this exercise is carefully managed and monitored.
For both insurance and health and safety purposes, it is vital that clients attending Ante and Post Natal exercise classes do so with proper guidance of well trained professionals. Fitness Instructors and Personal Trainers who run these classes must have the necessary skills to run their classes safely for both the mother and baby.
Why should I do this course?
The course will equip you with essential knowledge to manage Ante and Post Natal exercise safely and effectively, along with a nationally recognised qualification for the specialist client group.
A module choice for students wishing to undertake the Specialist Personal Trainer
How is the course delivered?
After completing your home study, you will attend three practical course days where you will be given all the practical skills you need to complete your assessment. Tutors will observe you practising and give specific feedback on your teaching techniques. You will then have four weeks to practise before returning to take you practical assessment.
How will I be assessed?
Multiple choice theory paper
Observed practical assessment
What will I learn?
Unit 1
The anatomy of pregnancy
Unit 2
The ante natal period
Unit 3
The post natal period
Unit 4
Structure and content of ante and post natal exercise sessions
Unit 5
Planning, teaching and evaluation of skills
What do I need?
Students must hold a Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Students must be aged 16 or over
What qualifications will I receive?
CYQ Level 3 Certificate in Instructing Physical Activity for Ante and Post Natal Exercise
20 REPs CPD points
