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Diploma in Exercise Referral

at David Ireson, Sheffield · other provider

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma4 daysPart time£695

What the college says

Once you have achieved the Level 3 Diploma in Exercise Referral you will have the knowledge and skills you need to create exercise programmes for people with certain medical conditions. It is now recognised that exercise is an important part of people’s health and that those with certain medical conditions benefit greatly from regular fitness programmes. Once you have achieved your Level 3 Diploma in Exercise Referral you will be able to work with local medical professionals to keep your community healthy.

What you need to get on

Students must hold a Level 3 Award in Nutrition for Physical Activity and Level 3 Anatomy & Physiology. The YMCA Level 3 Certificate and Diploma in Personal Training includes both these units so students with either of these qualifications are eligible. You must have completed those courses in the last five years. For students with a Level 2 Fitness Instructor qualification, contact us to discuss completion of the L3 Nutrition and L3 Anatomy and Physiology Modules.

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Sheffield Hallam University

    Sheffield Hallam University Collegiate Crescent Campus, Sheffield, S10 2BP

    WeekendClassroom based
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