DIPLOMA IN GP REFERRAL

OVERVIEW​

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This Level 3 Diploma in Exercise Referral qualification is designed to provide learners with the knowledge to ensure safe and effective exercise programming for patients with a number of medical conditions and common reasons for referral onto a community-based exercise referral scheme. 

This qualification provides progression to the:

• Active IQ Level 4 Certificate In Physical Activity and Lifestyle Strategies for Managing Low Back Pain.

• Active IQ Level 4 Certificate In Physical Activity and Weight Management for Obese and Diabetic Clients.

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COURSE CONTENT

 

• This qualification comprises six mandatory units The following six units, 38 credits must be completed for the full qualification 1. Anatomy and physiology for exercise and health 2. Professional Practice for Exercise Referral Instructors 3. Understanding Medical Conditions for Exercise Referral 4. Applying the principles of nutrition and physical activity 5. Planning Exercise Referral Programmes with Patients 6. Instructing Exercise with Referred Patients

 

PREREQUISITES

 

Learners must hold either a Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (Gym/Exercise to Music or Aqua) or equivalent (including qualifications which give entry to the REPs Physical activity Advisor category) or one of the following:

• Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training

• Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Matwork

• Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Yoga

 

COST

£500

 

0% Payment options available, contact us for more details.

 

DURATION

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3 weekends

 

COURSE DATES

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FULL COURSE DETAILS

 

Our Diploma in Exercise Referral qualification is fully accredited and nationally recognised. Click the link to see the full course details from our awarding body Active I.Q.

 

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