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PROSPECTUS 2015-16

CONTENTS

COMPANY OVERVIEW & HISTORY ............................................................................................. 4-7

MISSION, VISION & VALUES........................................................................................................ 8-9

AWARDING ORGANISATIONS ..................................................................................................... 10

FUNDING PARTNERS ..................................................................................................................... 11

FUNDING AVAILABILITY & ELIGIBILITY ....................................................................................... 13

INDUSTRY AWARDS (Short Courses 4-24 weeks) ................................................................14-29

Level 2 CYQ Certificate in Fitness Instructing – Gym Instructor ......................................... 16

Level 2 CYQ Certificate in Fitness Instructing – Studio Instructor ..................................... 16

Level 2 CYQ Diploma in Health, Fitness and Exercise Instruction ...................................... 19

Level 2 1st4sport Certificate in Coaching Strength and Conditioning for Sport ............. 19

Level 3 CYQ Certificate in Personal Training ........................................................................ 20

Level 3 CYQ Diploma in Personal Training and Instruction ................................................ 21

Level 3 1st4sport Certificate in Coaching Strength and Conditioning for Sport ............ 23

Level 3 CYQ Diploma in Exercise Referral ............................................................................ 24

Level 3 CYQ Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement .......................................... 24

Level 4 CYQ Certificate in Education and Training ............................................................. 27

Level 4 CYQ Award in Internal Quality Assurance .............................................................. 27

Course Fees & How to Apply ................................................................................................. 28

Terms & Conditions ................................................................................................................. 29

WORK BASED APPRENTICESHIPS (Long Courses 52 weeks)...............................................30-36

Level 2 Apprenticeship in Activity Leadership ..................................................................... 34

Level 3 Apprenticeship in Sports Development ................................................................... 34

Level 2 Apprenticeship in Instructing Exercise & Fitness ..................................................... 35

Level 3 Apprenticeship in Physical Activity & Exercise ........................................................ 35

Level 2 Apprenticeship in Operational Services .................................................................. 35

Level 3 Apprenticeship in Leisure Management ................................................................ 35

Eligibility & Registration of Interest ...................................................................................... 36

LEARNER SUCCESS STORIES ........................................................................................................ 37

ELITE ATHLETE EDUCATION ....................................................................................................... 38

GRADUATE PROGRAMME .......................................................................................................... 38

CONTACT DIRECTORY ................................................................................................................. 39

4 FIT UK TRAINING & EDUCATION FIT UK TRAINING & EDUCATION 5

COMPANY OVERVIEWFIT UK is the trading name of FIT UK Training & Education Ltd, a nationally approved training provider that specialises in the delivery of high quality education programmes within the active leisure sector. Our dynamic, innovative and flexible approach to training provision ensures that all our learners gain the skills and qualifications they need, at the pace they want, and a price they can afford.

We are dedicated to improving the standards and expectations of training within the health & fitness industry, and continually strive to provide courses that learners will not only enjoy, but will also find challenging and inspirational.

FIT UK works with a diverse group of learners, from undergraduates on sports related degree programmes, individuals looking to change career or get their first job in the fitness industry, and even elite athletes looking to enhance employment opportunities once their sporting career has finished. Whatever your situation we will strive to tailor a bespoke training package to meet your specific individual needs.

FIT UK continues to expand our service provision year on year, delivering a full range of courses from level 2 fitness instructor qualifications up to level 4 assessing and teaching qualifications. Whether you want to work on the gym floor as an instructor, or behind the scenes in an operational role, we have the qualifications you need for a successful career in the active leisure sector.

...what stands out the most about this company is just how versatile the courses are... OLIVIA WILLIAMS

FIT UK TRAINING & EDUCATION


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COMPANY HISTORYFIT UK Training & Education was founded in September 2009, initially trading as Fitness Industry Training UK, with the specific intention to develop cost effective, flexible and innovative approaches to vocational training provision. Initially approved as a CYQ training centre, FIT UK’s aim was to provide a full range of vocational training qualifications for individuals entering the fitness industry, or for individuals already working within the sector wanting to up skill and progress their careers, in a format that could be tailored to meet the specific needs of the client using a mixture of distance learning packages, telephone support, and traditional face to face delivery.

In the first 12 months of trading over 250 learners trained with FIT UK Training & Education, with learner success rates of 92%, well above the national average. In September 2010 FIT UK Training & Education secured funding from three major UK colleges, enabling us to provide a range of fully and part-funded work based learning programmes on a national basis. Building on the success of the first year, FIT UK Training & Education have gone on to work with over 2,000 learners with outstanding success rates in excess of 90%. We have established strategic partnerships with organisations throughout the UK that gives us access to the best facilities and learning environment for our learners to achieve their education goals.



“MISSION, VISION AND VALUES…

When establishing FIT UK in 2009 we decided we wanted to be different to other training providers, we felt that there was room within the crowded fitness market for a company that could challenge the status quo and provide training that was not only excellent value, but also fun, innovative, and customer focused. This provided the foundation for determining our mission, vision and core values that underpin the FIT UK brand today...

Our mission…

To provide the highest quality vocational training that is flexible, innovative, inspiring and highly responsive to the diverse and changing needs of the UK active leisure sector.


“To be the leading vocational training provider to the UK active leisure sector in terms of quality of service, learner achievement, customer satisfaction, and industry recognition.

Our vision… Our core values…

High quality service provision At FIT UK it is our aim to not only meet, but to exceed the expectations of our customers. From the handling of an initial enquiry by one of the extremely helpful members of our admin team, to the delivery and assessment of our training courses by our friendly and experienced training consultants, the customer experience is of the highest importance.

Excellent value for moneyWe think training should be reasonably priced, and at FIT UK we set our prices based on what it cost us to deliver the course not what we think we can get away with charging! Across the board it is our objective to beat our competitor’s price on all of our core training provision. That way you can be certain that when you train with us you are getting the training you need at a price you can afford.

A fun learning environment Learning should be a fun and rewarding experience, not something that should have to be endured. At FIT UK we place great emphasis on the enjoyment that our customers get from the courses and to ensure that our training courses are fun, challenging, and inspirational we only employ fun, challenging and inspirational people to work for us!

Ongoing advice & guidanceWe view all of the customers who come through a FIT UK training course as part of the family, and as such we want you to keep in touch and let us know how you are getting on! If you need any help or support after your training programme has been completed get in touch and we will do everything we can to help.

Innovative approaches to trainingIt is our aim at FIT UK to look at how we can best provide our services to the customer. We constantly strive to provide a service that is not only flexible to the needs and lifestyle of our customers, but also embraces the latest developments in research and technology to keep us and our learners ahead of the competition.


Central YMCA Qualifications Central YMCA Qualifications (CYQ) is one of the UK’s leading awarding organisations for physical activity, fitness and wellbeing qualifications. CYQ develop and award a diverse suite of qualifications that are delivered through a range of institutions including private training providers, universities, colleges, prisons and schools within the UK and internationally.

CYQ’s suite of qualifications is highly respected amongst industry experts, employers and learners both in the UK and internationally. They are also supported by a comprehensive range of high quality print and digital resources for tutors and learners.

1st4 Sport1st4sport Qualifications is an awarding organisation recognised and regulated by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) in Scotland, created with the aim of offering vocational and occupational qualifications in areas of sport, recreation and allied occupations.

1st4sport Qualifications work in partnership with a variety of organisations, to develop qualifications, such as: The Association for Physical Education (afPE), sports coach UK, The Football Association (FA), British Cycling, the Rugby Football Union (RFU), the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), the Rugby Football League (RFL), the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) and England Hockey.

Pearson EducationPearson Education Limited, formerly known as Edexcel, is one of England, Wales and Northern Ireland’s five main examination boards, and is part of Pearson PLC, the world’s leading learning company. The company offers a variety of qualifications, including A-levels (GCEs), GCSEs and the BTEC suite of vocational qualifications.

Pearson Education Limited also offers work-based learning qualifications that include BTEC Apprenticeships and NVQs, via Pearson Work Based Learning. The company operates internationally, awarding over 1.5 million certificates to students around the world every year.

NCFENCFE is recognised as an Awarding Organisation by the qualification regulators for England, Wales and Northern Ireland. The regulators are the Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulator (Ofqual) in England, the Welsh Government in Wales and the Council for Curriculum, Examinations and Assessment (CCEA) in Northern Ireland. Passionate about designing, developing and certificating diverse, nationally recognised qualifications and awards, NCFE’s extensive product catalogue includes a wide range of general and vocationally related QCF qualifications in a variety of subject areas, as well as Competence Based qualifications/NVQs, and Functional Skills qualifications.

NCFE’s qualifications contribute to the success of millions of learners at all levels, bringing them closer to fulfilling their personal goals. In 2013 over 340,000 learners from over 2,000 colleges, schools and training organisations chose NCFE as the Awarding Organisation to help them move their careers forward.

AWARDING ORGANISATIONSWe work with a number of different awarding organisations to provide the qualifications to support our education programmes. FIT UK currently holds approved centre status with the following awarding organisations…


Vision West Nottinghamshire CollegeVision West Nottinghamshire College offers education and training to over 20,000 students and businesses every year providing a huge range of courses to suit everyone - GCSEs, A Levels, vocational, part-time adult courses, apprenticeships, higher education and professional training tailored to both individuals and employers.

They are one of the country’s largest providers of apprenticeships for 16-18 year olds with a reputation for innovation and excellence. In 2009, they were awarded LSIS Beacon status. As a dynamic college for aspiring communities they play a key role in enabling social and economic prosperity for the communities that they serve and their students are the cornerstone of everything that they do.

Skills Funding Agency The Skills Funding Agency is a partner organisation of the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS). Their job is to fund and promote adult further education (FE) and skills training in England, including Traineeships and Apprenticeships, in a way that supports economic growth.

They deliver £4.1 billion of skills training through contracts with over 1,000 colleges, private training organisations and employers. They have a highly effective supply chain that means FE meets local need in the most cost-effective way, reaching into every sector of the economy. We are also a co-financing body for European Social Fund.

Within the Skills Funding Agency, there are two customer-facing services:

> The National Apprenticeship Service is responsible for increasing the number of Traineeship and Apprenticeship opportunities. The National Apprenticeship Service (NAS) operates an online system where employers of all sizes can advertise their vacancies and learners can apply.

> The National Careers Service provides impartial careers information, advice and guidance online, by telephone or face-to-face, inspiring people to realise their potential and get the skills they need to succeed in life and work.

The Skills Funding Agency also hosts the Information Authority, an independent body that acts on behalf of organisations involved in further education and training in England, setting data standards and governing data collection.

European Social Fund (ESF)

ESF is Europe’s main instrument for supporting jobs, helping people get better jobs and ensuring fairer job opportunities for all EU citizens. It works by investing in Europe’s human capital – its workers, its young people and all those seeking a job. ESF financing of EUR 10 billion a year is improving job prospects for millions of Europeans, in particular those who find it difficult to get work.

The European Union is committed to creating more and better jobs and a socially inclusive society. These goals are at the core of the Europe 2020 strategy for generating smart, sustainable and inclusive growth in the EU. The current economic crisis is making this an even more demanding challenge. The ESF is playing an important role in meeting Europe’s goals, and in mitigating the consequences of the economic crisis - especially the rise in unemployment and poverty levels.

FUNDING PARTNERSFIT UK works with a number of funding providers, both directly and indirectly, to enable us in some cases to cover some or all of the costs associated with your training.



All the Tutors were very professional and organised with advice on hand when it was needed... GARRETH CARVELL

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Learner Responsive Funding Learner responsive funding is demand led model of funding that enables us to cover all or some of the costs associated with your chosen programme of study. The funding falls into two categories; 16-18 Learner Responsive and 19+.

16-18 Learner Responsive

This funding covers the full cost of training for any learner who is above compulsory school leaving age but will not have turned 19 before the 31st August of the year in which they commence their training.

19+ Learner Responsive

This funding covers the full cost of any level 2 training programme for any learner who is unemployed or in receipt of specific state benefits. This funding also covers the cost of any level 3 training programme for any learner who is unemployed or in receipt of specific state benefits but is aged between 19-23 at the date they commence their training.

24+ Advanced Learner Loans

You can apply for a 24+ Advanced Learning Loan to help with the costs of your chosen programme of study if you’re aged 24 or older. The programme of study could include any of our level 3 or level 4 industry awards or can even be used to cover the cost of one of the Advanced Apprenticeship framework of qualifications. Loans have to be paid back, but repayments don’t start until April 2016 and you won’t have to pay anything back until you earn more than £21,000 a year. The loan doesn’t depend on your income and there are no credit checks. Your monthly repayment amount will be 9% of any income you earn over £21,000 and your repayments will stop if your income drops below £21,000 a year. This equates to only £7 a month if you earned £22,000 a year or £30 a month if you earned £25,000 a year.

You will pay interest from the time your first payment is made until you pay your loan back in full, and the rate you pay will be determined by your income…

> While you’re studying - rate of inflation plus 3%

> £21,000 or less - rate of inflation

> £21,000 to £41,000 - rate of inflation plus up to 3%

> £41,000 and over - rate of inflation plus 3%

If you’re an employee, your employer will work out your repayments and take them out of your salary with your tax. If you’re self-employed, you make repayments as part of your Self-Assessment tax return. You can also pay some or all of your loan at any time without an extra charge.

Traineeships

A Traineeship is an education training programme with industry specific work experience that is focused on giving young people, aged 16-23yrs, the skills and experience that employers are looking for within the active leisure sector.

FIT UK works with a network of employers nationally to source work experience opportunities, which when combined with a fully funded 16-24 week training programme, provides the ideal preparation for progressing into a paid apprenticeship or full or part time employment.

At the end of their Traineeship, each young person will be guaranteed a job interview if a role becomes available or exit interview and a reference from the company providing the work experience placement.

Work Based Apprenticeships

An apprenticeship is framework of high quality work based training and education lasting a minimum of 12 months, and is designed to help individuals develop the skills they need to develop and progress their careers, and employers obtain the training required to ensure that their staff have the ability to carry out their jobs to the highest possible standard.

All apprenticeships include a competence based qualification, a technical knowledge qualification or industry award, and functional skills in maths or english for those that need it. To be eligible for an apprenticeship you must be above the compulsory school leaving age, be employed for an average of 30hrs per week within a role that meets the criteria of one of our apprenticeship programmes, not be undertaking any other form of funded training, and must not have a degree.

Full details of the apprenticeship programmes we offer are detailed in the Work Based Apprenticeship section of this prospectus. The costs associated with delivery of an apprenticeship programme are usually fully funded, but for learners over 23 some costs may apply.

FUNDING AVAILABILITYFIT UK receives funding at the start of every academic year to help learners and employers cover the cost of the training and education that they or their employees need. We receive funding through three main streams, with eligibility for each subject to change each year…


FIT UK Training & Education offers a comprehensive range of nationally recognised training programmes, known as industry awards or short courses, to help you either get your first job within the active leisure sector or to progress your career through up skilling and achieving higher level qualifications.

Some of our vocational short courses are also available as part of work based apprenticeship framework, alongside a competency based qualification and functional skills qualifications detailed later on in this prospectus.

All of our qualifications are certificated by established awarding organisations and are recognised by Ofqual, the Office of Qualifications and Examination Regulations, and appear on the Qualification and Credit Framework (QCF). All of our qualifications are also approved by Skills Active, the sector skills council for the Active Leisure & Wellbeing sector, and its subsidiary the Register of Exercise Professionals (REP’s).

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Short Courses 4-24 weeks

INDUSTRYAWARDS


...the knowledge; the tips and the tricks, I believe that it transformed me as a fitness instructor... OLIVIA WILLIAMS

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Level 2 CYQ Certificate in:

FITNESS INSTRUCTING GYM INSTRUCTORQualification Number- 500/8269/3 Guided Learning Hrs - 158Credit Value - 24

The CYQ Certificate in Fitness Instructing - Gym Instructor, is the entry level qualification required to gain employment as a Gym Instructor within the Health & Fitness Industry. This qualification will enable you to develop the knowledge and skills you require to work safely and effectively within a busy gym environment. The course will teach you how to screen clients, provide gym inductions, design basic training programs, and develop an understanding of how the body responds to exercise.

What does the course cover?> Anatomy & Physiology for Exercise> Principles of Training> Guidelines to Planning, Teaching and

Instruction> Basic Program Design & Progression> Motivation and Support of Clients> Health & Safety in the Gym Environment

How is the course delivered?The course is delivered using a blended learning approach that combines home study with four days of traditional tutor led delivery.

You will be assessed approximately two weeks following the last taught session of your course, when you will be required to undertake two separate theory papers to assess your underpinning knowledge and a practical assessment to assess your teaching and instruction ability.

How is the course assessed?> Level 2 Anatomy & Physiology Theory Paper> Level 2 Principles of Exercise, Fitness & Health

Theory Paper> Practical Assessment (plan, teach, evaluate) > Health, Safety & Welfare in a Fitness

Environment Worksheet > Supporting Clients in Exercise & Physical

Activity Worksheet


FITNESS INSTRUCTING EXERCISE TO MUSICQualification Number- 500/8269/3Guided Learning Hrs - 159Credit Value - 24

The CYQ Certificate in Fitness Instructing - Studio Instructor, is the entry level qualification required to gain employment as a Studio Instructor within the Health & Fitness Industry. This qualification will enable you to develop the knowledge and skills you require to deliver safe and effective exercise to music classes. The course will teach you how to screen clients, effectively structure your sessions, develop your use of music and choreography, and your ability to control and manage an exercise class.


Instruction> Effective use of Music & Choreography> Motivation and Support of Clients> Health & Safety in a Class Setting How is the course delivered?The course is delivered using a blended learning approach that combines home study with four days of traditional tutor led delivery. You will be assessed approximately two weeks following the last taught session of your course, when you will be required to undertake two separate theory papers to assess your underpinning knowledge and a practical assessment to assess your teaching and instruction ability.


Theory Paper> Practical Assessment (plan, teach, evaluate)> Health, Safety & Welfare in a Fitness

Environment Worksheet> Supporting Clients in Exercise & Physical

Activity Worksheet




Level 2 CYQ Diploma in:

HEALTH, FITNESS AND EXERCISE INSTRUCTIONQualification Number- 600/6744/5 Guided Learning Hrs - 398 minimumCredit Value - 58

The Level 2 CYQ Diploma in Health, Fitness and Exercise Instruction is the ideal entry level qualification for an individual looking to gain employment as a Health and Fitness Instructor within the Active Leisure Sector. This qualification includes both the Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing and the Level 2 Certificate in Health Related Physical Activity for Children. In addition to this, learners also have the option to choose additional units including Walk Leading, Circuit Training, Studio Resistance Training and Group Indoor Cycling.


Instruction> Basic Program Design & Progression> Motivation and Support of Clients> Health & Safety in the Gym Environment> Nutrition for Health & Wellbeing> Employment Rights & Responsibilities

How is the course delivered? The course is delivered Monday to Friday, on a part-time basis, over a minimum 12 week period. The course utilises a blended learning approach that combines home study with a minimum of 15 days of traditional tutor led delivery.

You will produce a portfolio of written work throughout the course to support the underpinning theory element of the qualification, and will also be required to undertake two separate theory papers to assess your underpinning knowledge and three practical assessments to assess your teaching and instruction ability.


Theory Paper> Practical Assessments (plan, teach, evaluate) > Health, Safety & Welfare in a Fitness

Environment Worksheet > Supporting Clients in Exercise & Physical

Activity Worksheet > Employment Rights and Responsibilities Workbook

Level 2 1st4sport Certificate in:

COACHING STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING FOR SPORTQualification Number- 600/0200/1 Guided Learning Hrs - 118Credit Value - 19

The Level 2 1st4sport Certificate in Coaching Strength and Conditioning for Sport has been developed in partnership with the Rugby Football Union (RFU), and is designed to provide learners with the ability to develop and lead well-constructed strength and conditioning programmes, and seek employment as a strength and conditioning coach in a number of settings - such as sports clubs, with individual athletes, or with a team in an educational/youth environment.

What does the course cover?> Anatomy & Physiology for Exercise> Fundamentals of Coaching in Sport> Developing Participants through Coaching

Sport> Plan, Prepare and Deliver Strength and

Conditioning for Sport> Evaluate Individual Strength and Conditioning

Sessions> Long Term Athlete Development

How is the course delivered?The course is delivered using a blended learning approach that combines home study with six days of traditional tutor led delivery.

You will be assessed approximately two weeks following the last taught session of your course, when you will be required to undertake a theory paper to assess your underpinning knowledge, submit a series of linked session plans and coaching log, and undertake a practical assessment to assess your teaching and instruction ability.

How is the course assessed?> Level 2 Anatomy & Physiology Theory Paper> Series of Linked Session Plans> Coaching Log> Practical Assessment (plan, teach, evaluate)


Level 2 Active IQ Award in:

INSTRUCTING KETTLEBELLS GYM INSTRUCTORQualification Number - 600/4089/0 Guided Learning Hrs - 18Credit Value - 4

This qualification is aimed at all level 2/3 qualified instructors and trainers and has been developed to train learners, who already have knowledge and skills in fitness instruction, to a professionally competent level to plan and deliver safe and effective kettlebell exercises and training sessions. This qualification is designed to broaden the skills of fitness instructors to include instructing kettlebell sessions .A suitable Level 2/3 qualification is desirable.

What does the course cover?Unit 1 - Planning a Kettlebell Exercise Session > Understand the historical background of

kettlebell training > Benefits of using kettlebells > Incorporating kettlebell lifts into a programme > Safety considerations > Designing a kettlebell programme

Unit 2 - Instructing a Kettlebell Exercise Session > Prepare, instruct and evaluate a kettlebell

exercise session

How is the course delivered?The course is delivered using a mixture of practical and theory sessions.

How is the course assessed?> Course work / portfolio of evidence> Practical demonstration

Level 2 Active IQ Award in:

INSTRUCTING SUSPENDED MOVEMENT TRAINING Qualification Number - 601/1634/1Guided Learning Hrs - 20Credit Value - 4

The aim of this qualification is to train learners, who already have knowledge and skills in fitness instruction, to be able to plan and deliver safe and effective suspended movement exercises and training sessions. A suitable Level 2 Fitness Instructing qualification e.g. Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (QCF) Some experience of suspended movement training is useful and course requires physical exertion and individual participation is essential; therefore, a degree of physical fitness is necessary.

What does the course cover?> Unit 1 Planning a Suspended Movement

Training Exercise Session > Unit 2 Instructing a Suspended Movement

Training Exercise Session How is the course delivered?The course is delivered using a mixture of practical and theory sessions.

How is the course assessed?> Worksheet> Lesson plan> Formative practical observation> Session and self-evaluation


Level 3 CYQ Award in:

INSTRUCTING BOOT CAMP FITNESS TRAININGQualification Number - 601/3517/7Guided Learning Hrs - 46Credit Value - 6

The aim of this qualification is to train learners, who already have knowledge and skills in fitness instruction, to be able to plan and deliver safe and effective Bootcamp Fitness Training session. A suitable Level 2 Fitness Instructing qualification e.g. Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (QCF).

What does the course cover?> Unit 1 Health , safety and environmental

considerations for bootcamp fitness training > Unit 2 Plan and deliver a bootcamp fitness

training session. How is the course delivered?The course is delivered using a mixture of practical and theory sessions.

How is the course assessed?> Worksheets > Session planning > Practical delivery> Evaluation




PERSONAL TRAININGQualification Number- 500/8259/0 Guided Learning Hrs - 245Credit Value - 36

The Level 3 CYQ Certificate in Personal Training provides you with all of the skills you need to develop a successful career as a personal trainer. The course covers all the elements you will need to work on a one to one basis with a broad client base, including initial fitness testing, nutritional analysis, initial program design, and long term program management. The qualification is open as a progression route to learners who have completed the Gym Instructor or Exercise to Music qualification.

What does the course cover?> Anatomy & Physiology for Exercise> Nutrition for Physical Activity & Performance> Fitness Testing for Health, Fitness &

Performance> Principles of Training for Health, Fitness &

Performance> Guidelines to Planning, Teaching

and Instruction in a Variety of Fitness Environments

> Design & Management of Training Programme for a Range of Clients

> Strategies to Maintain Motivation and Promote Long Term Adherence

How is the course delivered?The course is delivered using a blended learning approach that combines home study with twelve days of traditional tutor led delivery.

You will be assessed approximately four weeks following the last taught session of your course, when you will be required to submit your case study and undertake a viva. How is the course assessed?> Level 3 Anatomy & Physiology Theory Paper> Level 3 Nutrition for Physical Activity Theory

Paper> Nutrition for Physical Activity Case Study> Practical Assessment of Ability to Administer

a Range of Fitness Tests> Practical Assessment of an Personal Training

Session> Personal Training Case Study



PERSONAL TRAINING AND INSTRUCTIONQualification Number- 600/1275/4 Guided Learning Hrs - 340Credit Value - 48

The Level 3 CYQ Diploma in Personal Training and Instruction provides you with all the knowledge and skills you need to develop a successful career as a self-employed personal trainer. The course covers all the elements included in the Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training, along with additional units covering Exercise in the Outdoor Environment, Programming for Sports Conditioning, and Business and Marketing for the Fitness Professional. The qualification is open as a progression route to learners who have completed the Gym Instructor or Exercise to Music qualification.

What does the course cover?> Anatomy & Physiology for Exercise> Nutrition for Physical Activity & Performance> Fitness Testing for Health, Fitness & Performance> Principles of Training for Health, Fitness &

Performance> Guidelines to Planning, Teaching and Instruction in

a Variety of Fitness Environments> Design & Management of Training Programme for

a Range of Clients> Strategies to Maintain Motivation and Promote

Long Term Adherence> Exercise in the Outdoor Environment> Conditioning for Sport> Business and Marketing for the Fitness Professional

How is the course delivered?The course is delivered using a blended learning approach that combines home study with eighteen days of traditional tutor led delivery. You will be assessed approximately four weeks following the last taught session of your course, when you will be required to submit your case study and undertake a viva.

How is the course assessed?> Level 3 Anatomy & Physiology Theory Paper> Level 3 Nutrition for Physical Activity Theory Paper> Nutrition for Physical Activity Case Study> Practical Assessment of Ability to Administer a

Range of Fitness Tests> Practical Assessment of a Personal Training Session> Personal Training Case Study > Practical Assessment of an Group Outdoor Session> Practical Assessment of a Sports Conditioning

Session> Business Plan Case Study


...FIT UK opened my mind up to the fitness industry and so many career choices became available. COEL FULTON

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Level 3 1st4sport Certificate in:

COACHING STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING FOR SPORTQualification Number- 600/0337/6 Guided Learning Hrs - 140Credit Value - 26

The Level 3 1st4sport Certificate in Coaching Strength and Conditioning for Sport has been developed in partnership with the Rugby Football Union (RFU), and is designed to provide learners with the advanced level of knowledge needed to deliver a comprehensive strength and conditioning coaching programme, by applying the principles of performance profiling and goal setting. Employment outcomes from completing this qualification include employment as a strength and conditioning coach with a professional sports club, or with individual elite athletes or teams.

What does the course cover?> Anatomy & Physiology for Exercise> Theory of Performance Development> Principles of Periodised Programmes within

Annual Coaching Programmes> Nutrition and Hydration Strategies for Sport> Initiate Strength and Conditioning Programmes> Performance Analysis for Sport> Long Term Athlete Development

How is the course delivered?The course is delivered using a blended learning approach that combines home study with eight days of traditional tutor led delivery.

You will be assessed approximately two weeks following the last taught session of your course, when you will be required to undertake a theory paper to assess your underpinning knowledge, submit your case studies, carry out a performance review and evaluation, and undertake a practical assessment to assess your teaching and instruction ability.

How is the course assessed?> Level 3 Anatomy & Physiology Theory Paper> Strength & Conditioning Case Studies> Performance Review & Evaluation> Practical Assessments (plan, teach, evaluate)




EXERCISE REFERRALQualification Number- 600/4731/8 Guided Learning Hrs - 242Credit Value - 38

The Level 3 CYQ Diploma in Exercise Referral is aimed at qualified exercise professionals who wish to learn how to provide assistance/advice and design exercise programmes for people with certain medical conditions which put their health at risk. The course can be accessed by learners who have completed Level 2 Gym Instructor or Exercise to Music qualifications, but completion of the Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training prior to attending this course is advised and will reduce the overall cost of the qualification as some units are eligible for accreditation of prior learning.

What does the course cover?> Anatomy & Physiology for Exercise> Nutrition for Physical Activity & Performance> Understanding the Exercise Referral Process

within the UK Healthcare System> Professional Practice for Exercise Referral

Instructors> Understanding Medical Conditions for

Exercise Referral> Planning Exercise Referral Programmes with

Patients> Delivering Exercise with Referred Patients

How is the course delivered?The course is delivered using a blended learning approach that combines home study with six days of traditional tutor led delivery.

You will be assessed approximately two weeks following the last taught session of your course, when you will be required to submit your worksheets and case study, and undertake a practical assessment.

How is the course assessed?> Level 3 Anatomy & Physiology Theory Paper> Level 3 Nutrition for Physical Activity Theory

Paper> Nutrition for Physical Activity Case Study> Clinical Conditions Worksheets> Exercise Referral Case Study > Practical Assessment of an Exercise Referral

Session


ASSESSING VOCATIONAL ACHIEVEMENTQualification Number- 600/0358/3 Guided Learning Hrs - 84Credit Value - 15

The Level 3 CYQ Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement is targeted at experienced health and fitness professionals who assess both occupational competence in the workplace and vocational skills, knowledge and understanding in the classroom or training environment.

What does the course cover?> Understanding the Principles and Practices of

Assessment> Assess Occupational Competence in the Work

Environment> Assess Vocational Skills, Knowledge and

Understanding

How is the course delivered?The course is delivered using a blended learning approach that combines home study with four days of traditional tutor led delivery.

You will be assessed approximately eight weeks following the last taught session of your course, when you will be required to submit your assessment portfolio, and undertake two separate learner observations.

How is the course assessed?> Written Questions> Observed Assessment> Products of Work> Witness Testimony> Reflective Account> Professional Discussion


...the course catered for everyone, whether they have previous qualifications or none at all. GARRETH CARVELL

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“...the tutors efficiently adapt and adhere to each students individual needs and aspirations. OLIVIA WILLIAMS


EDUCATION AND TRAINING Qualification Number - 601/1846/5Guided Learning Hrs – Min 48-61 MaxCredit Value – 12

What does the course cover?Skills, knowledge and understanding relating to the qualification:

> Understand the teaching role and responsibilities in education and training

> Understand ways to maintain a safe and supportive learning environment

> Understand the relationships between teachers and other professionals in education and training

> Understand the types and methods of assessment used in education and training

> Understand how to use constructive feedback, keep records and involve learners and others in the assessment process

> Understand quality assurance and the legal and good practice requirements in relation to assessment

> Be able to plan, deliver and evaluate inclusive teaching and learning

> Be able to facilitate one to one and group learning and development

What does the course provides?This qualification provides an introduction to teaching. It can meet the needs of a range of trainee teachers, such as:

> individuals not currently teaching or training achievement of the qualification does not require practice other than microteaching unless units from the Learning and Development suite of qualifications are selected;

> individuals currently teaching and training (including those who have just begun teaching and training) although the qualification does not require practice other than microteaching (unless units from the Learning and Development suite of qualifications are selected), opportunities may be made available to observe and provide feedback on a trainee teacher’s practice;

> individuals currently working as assessors who wish to achieve a qualification that provides an introduction to teaching.

Level 4 CYQ Award in:

INTERNAL QUALITY ASSURANCEQualification Number- 600/3849/4Guided Learning Hrs - 90Credit Value - 12

The Level 4 CYQ Award in Internal Quality assurance is targeted at individuals who are involved directly with the internal quality assurance of assessors and assessment, but are not involved in centre management or liaising with other internal quality assurers.

What does the course cover?> Internal Assurance of the Quality of

Assessment> Understanding the Principles and Practices of

Internally Assuring the Quality of Assessment

How is the course delivered?The course is delivered using a blended learning approach that combines home study with four days of traditional tutor led delivery. You will be assessed approximately eight weeks following the last taught session of your course, when you will be required to submit your assessment portfolio, and undertake two separate learner observations.

How is the course assessed?> Portfolio of Evidence> Professional Discussion


> Standard Commercial This is the basic price of the course for learners who are not eligible for any funding or discounts. These prices are costed competitively and we are confident you will not find a like for like service offer at a cheaper price.

> Elite Athlete/Graduate Programme This is a discounted rate negotiated with specific professional sports teams and clubs, or individuals undertaking or who have completed a sports related degree with specific HE institutions.

> Corporate or Bespoke Training This is a specific rate that is costed according to the individual needs of the employer and is dependent on the qualifications being undertaken, number of learners, and associated venue costs.

FIT UK has a number of funding options available to help with the financial costs involved with your chosen programme of study. Individuals who are eligible for learner responsive funding, or who are unemployed and are interested in a Traineeship, can have some or all of the costs of your chosen programme of study covered. Alternatively we can help you in applying for a 24+ Advanced Learner Loan to pay for your course - you should contact the office on 08445 790 979 or email us at [email protected] with your contact details and one of our training consultants will contact you to discuss your training needs and confirm availability and eligibility for any funding.

Applying for a Course

To apply for one of our training courses you need to download the application form from our website www.fituk.info, once completed this should be posted to our head office address:

FIT UK Training and Education Ltd Head Office Unit 6, Centre 27 Business Park, Birstall, Leeds WF17 9TB

Alternatively you can give us a call on 08445 790 979 and we can take your booking and payment over the phone.

All bookings are subject to our terms and conditions detailed within this prospectus and on our website www.fituk.info.

Programme of Study Commercial Student Discount

1st4sport Level 1 Olympic Lifting Coaching £300.00 £250.00

CYQ Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing – Gym-Based Exercise £395.00 £250.00

CYQ Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing – Exercise to Music £395.00 £250.00

1st4sport Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Strength and Conditioning for Sport £395.00 £250.00

Active IQ Level 2 Award in Instructing Kettlebells £150.00 £110.00

Active IQ Level 2 Award in Instructing Suspended Movement Training £150.00 £110.00

CYQ Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training £995.00 £750.00

CYQ Level 3 Certificate in Exercise Referral From £395.00* From £295.00*

1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Coaching Strength and Conditioning for Sport £500.00 £425.00

CYQ Level 3 Award in Adapting Exercise for Ante Natal and Post Natal Clients £250.00 £190.00

CYQ Level 3 Award in Instructing Boot Camp Fitness Training £200.00 £150.00

CYQ Level 3 Award in Education and Training £495.00 £375.00

CYQ Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocational Achievement £495.00 £375.00

CYQ Level 4 Certificate in Weight Management for Individuals Obesity, Diabetes Mellitus and/or Metabolic Syndrome

£595.00 £445.00

CYQ Level 4 Programming Physical Activity for Individuals with Low Back Pain £495.00 £375.00

CYQ Level 4 Certificate in Internal Quality Assurance £595.00 £445.00

*The price quoted is for individuals who already hold a Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training. If this is not applicable an additional fee of £200 is payable to cover the cost of completing additional mandatory units. Please speak to a member of our admin team for more information when making your booking.

COURSE FEES & HOW TO APPLYFIT UK Training & Education price all of our training courses extremely competitively, and all course fees are based on the actual cost of delivery and not what we think we can get away with charging! We have three different pricing strands depending on your individual circumstances…


1. Postal Applications FIT UK will not take responsibility for delayed postal applications. Course bookings are processed and allocated on a first come, first served basis. FIT UK will only accept course applications accompanied by a fully completed and signed application form, along with the appropriate payment.

FIT UK cannot reserve places onto courses without full payment of course fees or a deposit of £250 for eligible courses. Deposits for all courses are non-refundable.

2. Telephone Bookings Telephone bookings must be accompanied by a credit or debit card payment. A place will reserved for you on a training course provided the required course fee or deposit has been paid. All course places are subject to card authorisation by your card issuer.

Confirmation of your booking will only be made by FIT UK once the processed payment is followed up by a fully completed and signed application form.

3. Balance Payments If you have reserved a place on a course and paid a deposit, the full and final payment of the balance must be received by FIT UK one week prior to the advertised course start date.

Failure to make the relevant balance payment will result in all fees paid being made forfeit, and your course place being cancelled. FIT UK reserves the right to invoice for the full course fee if prior notification is not received.

4. Cancellation Policy In the case of you cancelling your place on the course, written notification is required in order to process your cancellation. A confirmation letter will be sent to you once your application has been processed and approved.

FIT UK reserves the right to apply the following penalties for course cancellations...

i. Cancellations received by FIT UK three weeks prior to the advertised course start date will result in the deposit being made forfeit, and the remainder of any fees paid will be refunded.

ii. No refunds of course fees will be payable by FIT UK for cancellations within three weeks of the advertised course start date, unless a valid medical certificate can be provided to support you cancellation. If medical certification is provided fees may be transferred to another course.

iii. When no cancellation notification is received by FIT UK prior to the advertised course start date, all fees paid will become forfeit and you will be liable to settle any remaining outstanding balance.

5. Transfer Policy If you wish to transfer to an alternative date, written notification must be received by FIT UK prior to the advertised course start date. Alternative course dates must be provided when applying for a transfer of course fees. The following conditions and fees apply for course transfers...

i. Transfer requests received by FIT UK more than three weeks prior to the advertised course start date will incur no administration charge, subject to course availability.

ii. Transfer requests received by FIT UK less than three weeks prior to the advertised course start date will incur a nominal administration charge.

iii. If FIT UK is unable to confirm a place on a training course immediately, course fees will be held for a period of six months. Any fees not utilised within a six month period from the date of receipt will become forfeit.

6. Assessments Cancellations If you are unable to attend the original assessment allocated to your course, written notification must be received. Please note that alternative dates for assessments may not be available in the same venue or location as your training course, and alternative dates are subject to availability.

The following conditions apply...

i. If written notification is received by FIT UK at the time of the course booking, or prior to the advertised course start date, a free transfer of assessment will be offered.

ii. If notification is received by the final tutorial of the course, no fee will be payable. The student should, in this case, not sign the final assessment day agreement and should complete the relevant assessment deferral form obtainable from the course tutor or FIT UK office. Alternative dates can be arranged by contacting the FIT UK office; however these are subject to availability.

iii. In the event of failure to attend or complete the assessment fees will be forfeit and further assessment arrangements can only be made upon payment of the full re-assessment fee. Details of assessment fees are available by contacting the FIT UK office on 08445 790 979.

7. Assessment Referrals If you refer any component of your assessment, a reassessment fee is payable. Assessment booking forms and associated costs will be sent to you with your results, or are available directly from the FIT UK office.

8. Assessment Appeals If you wish to appeal against an assessment decision a full copy of the appeals procedure is available upon request from the FIT UK office, or from the lead assessor running the assessment day. Appeals must be received in writing by FIT UK within ten days of the assessment decision.

9. Certification Certificates will be issued with your name as indicated on your enrolment form. The awarding body will issue free replacements only if it is deemed to be an office error and if notification is received within one month of you receiving the certificate. A charge of £20 will apply for each replacement certificate, upon receipt of original assessment evidence.

Any change in personal circumstances resulting in a change of name from that which was originally stated on the enrolment form must be verified by legal documentation and the office notified immediately. If notification is received after certificates have been issued, the awarding body will charge a £20 replacement fee per certificate.

Written notification must be provided immediately to FIT UK if you are changing address. All certificates are sent out recorded delivery and FIT UK cannot be held liable for non-receipt of certificates, prior to any written notification of any change of address.

TERMS & CONDITIONSThis is an agreement between FIT UK Training & Education Ltd, herein referred to as ‘FIT UK’, and you. These terms and conditions apply to your application for a training programme and subsequent matters arising from that application. They aim to outline your obligation as a student and our obligation to you. All bookings are made subject to availability.


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FIT UK Training & Education offers a comprehensive range of nationally recognised work based learning programmes that benefit both the employer and employee by providing individually tailored training packages that enable staff to develop their knowledge and skills without needing costly time away from work.

All of our work based learning programmes are delivered within a Skills Active approved apprenticeship framework - ensuring that the training you or your staff undertake is of a high quality and in line with the sector skills councils national occupational standards.

WORK BASED APPRENTICESHIPS

Long Courses 52 weeks

...the skills I have gained are now helping me to coach and work with other individuals. DAVE HOWE

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WORK BASED APPRENTICESHIPS

Long Courses 52 weeks

All apprenticeships must include the following elements:

A competencies qualification Which must be achieved by the apprentice to qualify for an apprenticeship certificate, and which is the qualification required to demonstrate competence in performing the skill, trade or occupation to which the framework relates.

A technical knowledge qualification or industry award Which is the qualification required to demonstrate achievement of the technical skills, knowledge and understanding of theoretical concepts and knowledge and understanding of the industry and its market relevant to the skill, trade or occupation to which the framework relates.

A functional skills qualification Which is the qualification required to demonstrate competency in literacy and numeracy.

FIT UK Training & Education currently offer apprenticeships at two levels:

Intermediate Apprenticeships Intermediate apprentices work towards work-based learning qualifications such as an NVQ Level 2, a Level 2 Industry Award, and a Level 1 functional skills qualification in maths and english. These provide the skills you need for your chosen career and allow entry to an Advanced Level Apprenticeship.

Advanced Level Apprenticeships Advanced level apprentices work towards work-based learning qualifications such as NVQ Level 3, a Level 3 Industry Award, and a Level 2 functional skills qualification in maths and english. To start this programme, you should ideally have five GCSEs (grade C or above) or have completed an Intermediate Level Apprenticeship.

WHAT IS AN APPRENTICESHIP?An apprenticeship is framework of high quality work based training and education designed to help individuals develop the skills they need to develop and progress their careers, and employers obtain the training required to ensure that their staff have the ability to carry out their jobs to the highest possible standard.



EMPLOYER BENEFITSApprenticeships can help employers to discover fresh new talent, and ensure that your current employees have the practical skills and qualifications your organisation needs now and in the future.

The mixture of on and off job learning ensures they learn the skills that work best for your business. Over 130,000 workplaces offer apprentice places because they understand the benefits that apprentices bring to their business:

Improve your bottom line Apprenticeships deliver real returns to your bottom line, with Apprenticeships helping them to improve productivity and to be more competitive. Training apprentices can also be more cost effective than hiring skilled staff, leading to lower overall training and recruitment costs.

Fill your skills gaps Apprenticeships deliver skills designed around your business needs providing the skilled workers you need for the future. They also help you develop the specialist skills you need to keep pace with the latest trends and working practices in your sector.

Motivate your workforce Apprentices tend to be eager, motivated, flexible and loyal to the company that invested in them. Remember, an apprentice is with you because they want to be – they have made an active choice to learn on the job and a commitment to a specific career.

Research carried out by the Learning Skills Council, the predecessor to the Skills Funding Agency, prior to the launch of the first National Apprenticeship Week revealed the following key statistics:

77% of employers believe apprenticeships make them more competitive;

76% say that apprenticeships provide higher overall productivity;

80% feel that apprenticeships reduce staff turnover;

83% of employers rely on their apprenticeships programme to provide the skilled workers that they need for the future;

88% believe that apprenticeships lead to a more motivated and satisfied workforce;

The research also identified other benefits of apprenticeships to employers include; retention within the company, understanding of company values, and progression to become managers and supervisors.

LEARNER BENEFITSThere are lots of benefits to doing an apprenticeship. You can earn while you learn, and learn in a way that is best suited to you - through hands-on experience on the job.

The key benefits of being an apprentice include:

Earning while you’re learning Which must be achieved by the apprentice to qualify for an apprenticeship certificate, and which is the qualification required to demonstrate competence in performing the skill, trade or occupation to which the framework relates.

Learn on the job Which is the qualification required to demonstrate achievement of the technical skills, knowledge and understanding of theoretical concepts and knowledge and understanding of the industry and its market relevant to the skill, trade or occupation to which the framework relates.

Support during training Which is the qualification required to demonstrate competency in literacy and numeracy.

Improved career prospects Apprenticeships can be demanding but they are very rewarding. Because Apprenticeships train you in the skills employers want, they give you choices in your career. If you want to go on to University you will find that many institutes of Higher Education value your skills and knowledge and will happily offer you a place on a Foundation Degree or other higher level qualifications.

Your training does not need to finish upon completion of your apprenticeship. There is a wide range of progressions available to you, including moving onto a higher level advanced apprenticeship, attending on of our industry approved commercial courses, or even progressing onto higher education at college or university.

Whatever you want to do upon completing your training with us, our experienced and knowledgeable team of training consultants can advise you on what options are available to you.


We currently offer three main apprenticeship routes; sports coaching, exercise & fitness instruction, and leisure management, with apprenticeship and advanced apprenticeship programmes available for each.

SPORTS COACHING ROUTE

For individuals wishing to pursue a career as a coach or community development officer, there are two apprenticeship routes available; at level 2 there is the Apprenticeship in Activity Leadership, and at level 3 there is the Advanced Apprenticeship in Sports Development.

Apprenticeship in Activity Leadership

The framework of qualifications required to complete the Apprenticeship in Activity Leadership includes the following:

> Level 2 NVQ in Activity Leadership

> Level 2 Certificate in Principles & Preparations for Coaching Sport

> Level 2 Award in Employment Rights & Responsibilities

> Level 1 Award in Functional Skills - Maths

> Level 1 Award in Functional Skills - English

Advanced Apprenticeship in Sports Development

The framework of qualifications required to complete the Advanced Apprenticeship in Sports Development includes the following:

> Level 3 NVQ in Sports Development

> Level 3 Diploma in Sports Development





EXERCISE & FITNESS INSTRUCTION ROUTE

For individuals wishing to pursue a career as a fitness instructor or personal trainer, there are two apprenticeship routes available; at level 2 there is the Apprenticeship in Instructing Exercise & Fitness, and at level 3 there is the Advanced Apprenticeship in Instructing Physical Activity & Exercise.

Apprenticeship in Instructing Exercise & Fitness

The framework of qualifications required to complete the Apprenticeship in Instructing Exercise & Fitness includes the following:

> Level 2 NVQ in Fitness Instructing

> Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in Fitness Instructing




Advanced Apprenticeship in Instructing Physical Activity & Exercise

The framework of qualifications required to complete the Advanced Apprenticeship in Instructing Physical Activity & Exercise includes the following:

> Level 3 NVQ in Personal Training

> Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Personal Training




LEISURE MANAGEMENT ROUTE

For individuals wishing to pursue a career as a gym supervisor or leisure club manager, there are two apprenticeship routes available; at level 2 there is the Apprenticeship in Operational Services, and at level 3 the Advanced Apprenticeship in Leisure Management.

Apprenticeship in Operational Services

The framework of qualifications required to complete the Apprenticeship in Operational Services includes the following:

> Level 2 NVQ Active Leisure & Well-Being Operational Services

> Level 2 Certificate in Leisure Operations




Advanced Apprenticeship in Leisure Management

The framework of qualifications required to complete the Advanced Apprenticeship in Leisure Management includes the following:

> Level 3 NVQ Leisure Management

> Level 3 Certificate in Leisure Management




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Level 2 Apprenticeship in:

SUPPORTING TEACHING & LEARNING IN SCHOOLS

The framework of qualifications required to complete the Intermediate Apprenticeship in Supporting Teaching & Learning In schools

> Level 2 Certifcate in Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools

> Level 1 award in ICT




SUPPORTING TEACHING & LEARNING IN SCHOOLS

The framework of qualifications required to complete the Advanced Apprenticeship in Supporting Teaching & Learning In schools

> Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools





BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

The framework of qualifications required to complete the Intermediate Apprenticeship in business & administration and Customer service

> Level 2 Nvq in business & administration

> Level 2 Certificate in Principles of business administration



> Level 1 Award in Functional Skills – English


CUSTOMER SERVICE

> Level 2 Nvq certificate in customer service

> Level 2 Certifcate in Customer service knowledge





BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION The framework of qualifications required to complete the Intermediate Apprenticeship in business & administration and Customer service

> Level 3 Nvq certificate in Business Administration

> Level 3 Certificate in the principles of business administration



> Level 2 Award in ICT


CUSTOMER SERVICE

> Level 2 Nvq certificate in customer service

> Level 2 Certifcate in Customer service knowledge




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IT APPLICATION SPECIALIST

The framework of qualifications required to complete the Intermediate Apprenticeship in IT Application specialist & Facility Services

> The framework of qualifications required to complete the Intermediate Apprenticeship in IT Application specialist & Facility Services

> Level 2 Diploma in IT user skills





FACILITIES SERVICES

> Level 2 Certificate in facilities services

> Level 2 Certificate in facilities services principles





IT APPLICATION SPECIALIST

The framework of qualifications required to complete the Intermediate Apprenticeship in IT Application specialist & Facility Services

> Level 3 Diploma in IT user skills





FACILITIES SERVICES

> Level 3 Certificate in facilities Management Practice

> Level 3 Certificate in facilities Management




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ELIGIBILITYFIT UK Training & Education can cover part or all of the cost of your chosen work based programme of study through a number of different funding streams, should you meet the eligibility criteria. This makes our courses far more affordable than many of our competitors, and enables individuals and employers to gain the qualifications they need without worrying about the cost.

For learners aged 16-18 yrs, but will not have turned 19 before the 31st August of the year in which they commence their study, training can be provided at no additional cost to either the learner or employer as a result of funding provided by the Skills Funding Agency. This route is only available to those undertaking the full apprentice framework at either Intermediate or Advanced level, and who meet the following criteria:

Have reached statutory minimum school leaving age and not be currently undertaking any other government funded programmes, including further education (FE) and higher education (HE) courses.

Hold a permanent contract of employment and be working for a minimum of 30hrs per week.

Ordinarily resident in the UK, Channel Islands, or the Isle of Man for three years prior to the date of sign up onto any work based learning program.

Must not have a degree.

We are also able to fund a number of learners aged 19+ through our Adult Apprenticeship provision, although additional criteria apply, and the numbers are limited and may require a contribution towards the cost of training from the employer.

REGISTRATION OF INTERESTIf you or a member of your staff would like to apply for one of our work based learning programmes it could not be easier, simply give us a call on 08445 790 979 or email us at [email protected] with your registration of interest. One of our training consultants will then contact you to discuss your training needs and confirm eligibility.

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LEARNER SUCCESS STORIESFIT UK Training & Education works with learners from all backgrounds and levels of experience, from individuals seeking their first job in the active leisure sector to individuals looking to develop their skills and experience through our range of higher level courses and CPD workshops and seminars. Here are some examples of learner success resulting from attending our courses…

OLIVIA WILLIAMS

Olivia Williams, who was an experienced studio instructor delivering Zumba and Bokwa classes across the North West, attended our weekend Level 2 Gym Instructor and Level 3 Personal Trainer courses. Here is what Olivia had to say about her time with FIT UK…

“ To have found FIT UK at the beginning of my fitness career was the best thing that could have ever happened. As a fitness instructor and a teacher now myself (thanks to FIT UK) what stands out the most about this company is just how versatile the courses are, and also that on each course I have been on how the tutors efficiently adapt and adhere to each students individual needs and aspirations. From the education received from FIT UK; the knowledge; the tips and the tricks, I believe that it transformed me as a fitness instructor and also as a business woman. The key to this was education that was personalised, and that’s exactly what the carefully and well selected tutors at FIT UK are fantastic at doing; making the learning environment personalised, engaging and enjoyable. I fully encourage anyone looking to build their fitness career to take up a course with FIT UK“

HARRY NEEDS

Harry Needs is an International Swimmer with Team GB and is currently in training for the 2016 Olympics in Rio. Harry completed his Level 2 Gym Instructor course with FIT UK and is now working towards his Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training. Harry had this to say about his experience on our courses…

“ My swimming schedule takes approximately 28 hours of intense training per week and as you can imagine my time outside the pool is very limited due to these commitments. Lucky for me I’ve been given a great opportunity to work FIT UK Training & Education Ltd to get a Level 3 Personal Training qualification. This is a great opportunity for me because I’m really looking to expand my knowledge of diet and nutrition, the principles of training, and anatomy & physiology that will not only to help improve my performance but to then take that information and share it with others to help them achieve their goals. I’ve had a lot of fun working with my class and tutor, and have found a great satisfaction in the course already. I look forward to chasing my dreams of represent my country at the 2016 Olympic Games and being a fully qualified Personal Trainer.”

NATALIE BOSWELL

Natalie Boswell accessed our Level 2 Gym Instructor course after being referred from Job Centre Plus, and is now employed and working towards her Level 3 Apprenticeship in Personal Training at our in house gym The Fitness Academy. Natalie had this to say about the help and support offered by FIT UK…

“ I had always been interested in becoming a fitness instructor but had never taken the right steps in applying or enrolling onto a course as I was in and out of work. Job Centre Plus referred me to FIT UK and was informed about the funding available to me in order for me to start the gym instructor programme. As I was on Job Seekers Allowance the course was fully funded which I couldn’t believe. The programme was delivered one day a week over ten week period which I loved, enabling to fit my studies around childcare. I completed the course and gained my level 2 fitness instructor qualification. During this period FIT UK opened a community gym at their office in Kirkby, and approached me with the excellent opportunity of completing a level 3 apprenticeship in Personal Training. I cannot thank FIT UK enough for their support and faith in me. I love working here and I really enjoy the education side as well as I work towards becoming a fully qualified personal trainer”

...FIT UK are fantastic at making the learning environment personalised, engaging and enjoyable. OLIVIA WILLIAMS

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ELITE ATHLETE EDUCATIONUnderstanding that a career as a professional athlete is relatively short, FIT UK Training & Education have developed our Elite Athlete Education package that tailors delivery and assessment around the athletes training and competitions. This flexible approach to education has enabled many top athletes to get the qualifications they need to pursue the career they want after their sporting career has ended. Here are some testimonials from sports people who have taken advantage of our bespoke training packages…

DAVE HOWE

Dave Howe is a Professional Heavyweight Boxer, training out of Ingles Gym in Sheffield. Dave completed his Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing with FIT UK and is now working towards his Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training. Here is what Dave had to say about working with FIT UK…

“ The support FIT UK has given me in gaining nationally recognised qualifications to help me with my career after I finish boxing has been invaluable. I found the course challenging but extremely enjoyable and the skills I have gained are now helping me to coach and work with other individuals making their way in boxing. I am now working towards my Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training with FIT UK, and the tutors are brilliant and so flexible in delivering the course around my busy pre-fight schedule. I can’t thank the staff at FIT UK enough and look forward to seeing them all at my next fight.“

GARRETH CARVELL

Garreth Carvell is a Professional Rugby League Player with Hull FC and has also represented England and Great Britain as a full international. Garreth completed his Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training with FIT UK whilst playing at Warrington Wolves. This is what Garreth thought of his time studying with us…

“ Being offered an opportunity to develop skills and gain a qualification in personal training with FIT UK has enabled me to start my own business and set a plan in motion for life after Rugby League. The course itself was very well managed and built around our training schedule which enabled playing staff to progress with the qualification easily without disruption. All the Tutors were very professional and organised with advice on hand when it was needed. I found that the course catered for everyone, whether they have previous qualifications or none at all. Overall the course we did was fantastic and I would recommend people take the opportunity to gain a qualification with FIT UK when it’s offered to them.”

GRADUATE PROGRAMMESports courses remain very popular with students undertaking degree courses. We work with a number of Universities nationally to embed or provide discounted fitness qualifications to their undergraduates that improves their employment opportunities following completion of their studies and acknowledge the prior attainment they have already accumulated. Here are some testimonials from students who have taken advantage of our Graduate Programme of study…

GEMMA BEAL

Gemma Beal completed both her Level 2 Gym Instructor and Level 3 Personal Trainer qualifications whilst studying for her Masters in Physical Activity & Health. Gemma now works as Personal Trainer and Fitness & Wellbeing Advisor at Nuffield Health in London. This is what Gemma had to say about studying with FIT UK…

“The opportunity to take the Level 2 and Level 3 fitness instructor courses with FIT UK came about during my 2nd year at Sheffield Hallam University. It made total sense!! I was studying Exercise Science and jumped at the chance to further my knowledge, experience and career prospects. The courses were both fun whilst thorough in the depth and variety of content. The FIT UK staff were very efficient, professional, yet a bundle of laughs. I felt I built very strong relationships with all the team and I looked forward to going back each day to learn more from them. The FIT UK team were hugely supportive from start to finish and the quality of teaching over the relatively short time it took to complete the courses was impeccable! I would highly recommend the company to anybody looking to gain a fitness qualification, and I am more than happy to say that anyone who chooses to study with FIT UK is in very safe hands and will enjoy every minute.“

COEL FULTON

Coel Fulton completed his Level 2 Gym Instructor and Level 3 Personal Trainer qualifications whilst he was an undergraduate at Sheffield Hallam University on the BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science degree programme. Coel now works as a self-employed Personal Trainer and Sports Conditioning Coach in Sheffield. Coel had this to say about his time studying with us…

“ Completing my Level 2 Gym and Level 3 PT courses with FIT UK opened my mind up to the fitness industry and so many career choices became available. I was able to build up my reputation as a personal trainer and further progress into sports conditioning with a professional football club, and fitness modelling for sports clothing brands and fitness conventions. Covering the business and nutrition elements in such detail with the FIT UK staff definitely gave me an edge to most trainers I’ve met in the industry, allowing me to build myself as a self-employed fitness professional and have the knowledge to get results that others cannot. Thanks to the guys at FIT UK for all your help and support.”


CONTACT DIRECTORY

HEAD OFFICE TEAM

JAMIE TUNSTALL

Operations Director

Mob: 07785 425 846

Email: [email protected]

MICHELLE GEDLING

Office Manager

Mob: 08445 790 979


ALAN REDDIN

Director of Business Development

Mob: 07785 425 844


HARRIET BACON

Work Based Learning Manager

Mob: 07785 425 850


MIKE RYAN

Director of Education

Mob: 07785 425 845


TRAINING TEAM

EMILY NEWTON

Tutor Support Consultant

Mob: 07540 370 384


MICK EDMOND

Training Consultant

Mob: 07785 425 852


ROB WORRINCY

Training Consultant

Mob: 07718 645 825


ALEX BENSON

Training Consultant

Mob: 07785 425 849


KATHRYN MULLEN

Training Consultant

Mob: 07701 045 435


BRENDAN BLOOD

Training Consultant

Mob: 07884 447 072


SCOTT MCNEILL

Training Consultant

Mob: 07785 425 851


FIT UK Training and Education Ltd

Head Office Unit 6 Centre 27 Business ParkBirstallLeeds WF17 9TB

Tel: 08445 790 979Email: [email protected] www.fituk.info

Liverpool Office Centre 63 Old Hall Lane Kirkby Liverpool L32 5TH

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CONTENTS · on year, delivering a full range of courses from level 2 fitness instructor qualifications up to level 4 assessing and teaching qualifications. Whether you want to work