This is an introductory module that explores anatomy and physiology with a distinctive sports emphasis on physical activity and sport. The interaction of the skeletal, muscular and cardio-respiratory systems will be examined in light of their physiological adaptations to exercise and training, and injury prevention. The human energy systems will be analysed and evaluated in terms of their emerging training requirements.

1. Identify the anatomical locations, structures and physiological functions of the musculo-skeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, nervous and endocrine systems of the human body
2. Explain the physiological responses of these systems to exercise and training
3. Classify the aerobic and anaerobic energy systems and the corresponding training requirements forathletes arising from both types
4. Describe the specific characteristics of body mass, muscle, bone and fat values in the average male and female and examine adaptations that occur as a result of fitness training
5. Classify common sports injuries and recommend preventative strategies in training and recovery
6. Develop organisational, interpersonal and basic analytical and transferable skills

This module explores the significance of physical activity to health and well-being and provides learners with the underpinning knowledge and skills to perform history taking and thorough physical assessment.

1. List key terms associated with physical fitness and identify physical activity guidelines for children and adults to realize health, fitness and performance goals as recommended by National, European andInternational organisations
2. Define each of the health-related components of physical fitness and discuss the benefits of improved fitness for children and adults, factors that affect fitness and barriers to participation
3. Explain the relationship between physical activity, nutrition and stress on overall health and wellbeing
4. Discuss the requirements of a Health and Fitness professional in safe-guarding the health, safety and welfare of the client, (children and adults) including legal and ethical responsibilities as set down by Europe-Active and EREPS code of ethical practice
5. Review the health status of clients and refer to other professions when appropriate. Adopt a customer orientated approach and assess performance against predetermined criteria
6. Safely administer a range of fitness tests in a customer orientated manner, interpret the data obtained and assess performance against predetermined criteria

This aim of this module is to introduce the learner to the concept of resistance training and provide them with the knowledge, the skills and the practical experience required to plan, prescribe, demonstrate, teach,and supervise resistance training exercises and programmes in the development of the health and skill related components of fitness.

1. Discuss the health and performance benefits of resistance training for general and athletic populations
2. Identify and describe the underpinning concepts and principles of resistance training
3. Safely administer health and fitness appraisals to include basic posture and movement analysis tests and interpret test results correctly to determine individual resistance training needs
4. Prescribe safe and effective resistance training programmes for healthy people, adapting and progressing exercises as necessary
5. Identify specific needs of individuals from a variety of backgrounds and select resistance trainingexercises that are safe and appropriate
6. Demonstrate skills necessary to plan, prescribe, supervise and evaluate resistance training programs for a range of individuals and assess progression against specified criteria

The aim of this module is to provide learners with the basic knowledge of periodization and help them to develop the practical skills required in designing and delivering safe and effective exercise programs for a range of clients from general population to sports performance.

1. Explain the significance of the basic principles of periodisation and the principles of training in developing each of the components of fitness including necessary modifications in frequency, intensity, time, type, volume, and progression
2. Discuss the adaptations incurred with different types of training and evaluate different activities in developing each of the components of fitness for different types of clients
3. Demonstrate the ability to undertake a health appraisal and when to refer to other relevant professions, in line with industry standards and prescribe a safe and appropriate six-week training programme evaluating the programme against the clients original goals
4. Deliver a training session to a healthy client or a client with unique needs and evaluate your performance against industry standards
5. Monitor clients progress during programme and safeguard the health, safety and welfare of the clientby adapting or progressing exercises where necessary
6. Explain the importance of behavioural strategies to programme adherence and success

This aim of this module is to develop advanced resistance training knowledge and skills. Learners will plan, prescribe, demonstrate, teach, and supervise advanced resistance training exercises.

1. Describe the principles of strength and power development for general and athletic populations.
2. Perform visual assessment, relate movement principles to weightlifting training and identify typical faults and corrections.
3. Undertake coach instruction and cues for specified weightlifting movements, including their derivatives and assistance exercises.
4. Design and deliver a novice/beginner level weightlifting training programme for an individual/group.
5. Show proficiency in progressing/regressing individuals where necessary and provide suitable alternative movements.
6. Effectively communicate specialist knowledge to non-subject specialist individuals/groups such as athletes and coaches.

The aim of this module is to develop the learner's practical knowledge and skills, to a professionally competent level, enabling them to plan, prescribe and coach safe and effective exercise programmes to groups of individuals from varying levels of fitness.

1. Identify an individuals needs in terms of exercise prescription, promote physical activity guidelines as recommended by various agencies and prescribe safe and effective supervised coaching.
2. Demonstrate the necessary skills to deliver safe and effective exercise programmes, adapt or progress exercises as necessary.
3. Demonstrate an industry standard of exercise prescription and coaching competency to groups of varying abilities, including the ability to modify and/or adapt training where necessary.
4. Provide individuals with accurate information on the principles of nutrition and physical activity goals including, health, weight management, fitness, and performance.
5. Compare techniques of motivation to promote behaviour change and adherence.
6. Explain, with detailed knowledge and understanding, Anatomy & Physiology in the context of physical activity.