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 develop the learner’s academic and practical knowledge, skills and capabilities to a professionally competent level to enable them to prescribe, plan and deliver, safe and effective exercise programmes within a gym or health club environment

1. Identify a clients needs in terms of exercise prescription, promote physical activity guidelines as recommended by various agencies and prescribe safe and effective supervised and unsupervised exercise programme(s) to meet the clients needs
2. Demonstrate the necessary skills to deliver safe and effective exercise programmes, adapt or progress exercises as necessary and refer clients to other relevant professionals when appropriate
3. Specify exercise programme(s) and provide future recommendations
4. Provide clients 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 and sports performance

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

The aim of this module is to provide learners with a fundamental understanding of the key role played by nutrition and hydration in health and exercise. The module will provide learners with a fundamental understanding of the relevant current evidence-based nutrition guidelines in relation to a range of individuals. The learners will also develop a fundamental understanding of the components of a healthy balanced diet.

1. Explain the fundamental principles of nutrition and the foundation of a healthy balanced diet
2. Assess an individuals nutritional needs based on their daily energy requirements
3. Calculate an individuals energy needs based on the demands of their daily physical activity
4. Apply current evidence-based nutrition guidelines and recommendations to an individuals diet
5. Differentiate at a fundamental level energy balance and energy imbalance and discuss the importance of energy balance in relation to sports performance
6. Compare the body composition needs of different individuals and understand body composition assessment techniques