Course Details

This distance learning, QQI Exercise and Fitness course means that Students can study flexibly at home, or at work, and can gain a nationally accredited Qualification.

This course is aimed at providing learners with the knowledge and skills needed to design, implement, and assess a variety of different exercise and fitness activities. It will equip learners with the skills necessary to recognise and assess the exercise and fitness needs of different groups and to devise suitable plans of exercise for these groups with principles of best practise and health and safety in mind.

By choosing to study this course with CMIT, Students have 24×7 access to CMIT eLearning for the duration of the course. This includes a comprehensive Course Manual, Video, Quizzes and personalised Tutor Support. The course documentation for this QQI certified course is detailed and easy to read. You will also be able to upload assessments for this QQI Exercise and Fitness course online and receive online feedback. You can use the eLearning system from any computer that has internet access.

Who should complete this Exercise and Fitness course?

• Fitness Enthusiasts: This course is ideal for individuals who have a genuine interest in fitness and want to deepen their knowledge in exercise techniques, nutrition, and wellness.
• Personal Trainers: If you’re already working as a personal trainer or aspire to become one, this course can enhance your credentials and equip you with a comprehensive understanding of fitness principles.
• Healthcare Professionals: Healthcare workers, such as nurses or physiotherapists, can benefit from this course to incorporate exercise and fitness programs into their patient care strategies.
• Sports Coaches: Coaches involved in various sports disciplines can find value in this course to better guide their athletes in terms of conditioning, injury prevention, and performance improvement.
• Career Changers: If you’re considering a career change and have a passion for health and fitness, this course can serve as a foundational step in pursuing a new career in the fitness industry.

Entry Requirements / Prerequisites

• Leaving Cert, Level 4 award or equivalent, and/or relevant Life or Work Experience.
• Learners must be a resident of Ireland / based in Ireland and hold a valid PPS Number.
• Candidates must be fluent in English with excellent written English Skills in order to achieve the assessment criteria. Queries on the standard required can be directed to the college.
• As this programme is delivered through distance learning, students must be capable of studying on their own initiative.
• A basic working knowledge of computers in addition to a computer with internet access and word processing software (e.g., Microsoft Word or Google Docs) is required to do the course.
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