Central YMCA Qualifications (CYQ)
CYQ Level 2 Certificate in
Fitness Instructing
Standardisation
Training Day
Aim
• To introduce centre staff to the methods of best practice in delivery and
assessment of the Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
• Outcomes:
– Overview of the structure of QCF Level 2 Certificate in Fitness
Instructing
– Identify the mandatory units and optional pairings
– Discuss, formative, ongoing summative and final summative
assessment
– Identify Malpractice, Maladministration and invigilation procedures
– Identify teaching and learning resources
– Identify roles of the tutor, assessor and internal quality assurance
Timetable
10.00 – 10.30 Introduction & aims of the day
10.30 – 11.30 Review mandatory units: syllabus & assessment
requirements
11.30 – 11.45 Break
11.45 – 12.15 Optional units (syllabus review)
12.30 – 13.00 Optional units (assessment specification)
13.00 – 13.30 Lunch
13.30 – 14.30 Workshop/review: managing summative
assessment requirements
14.30 – 15.00 Review learning resources/general updates/website
15.00 – 15.30 Questions, summary & evaluation
Overview of the
Level 2 Certificate in
Fitness Instructing
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Four Mandatory Units:
• Anatomy & Physiology
• Health, Safety & Welfare in a Fitness Environment
• Principles of Exercise, Fitness & Health
• Know How to Support Clients Who Take Part in Exercise
Plus Optional Pairing planning and instructing in the context of:
• Gym-Based Exercise
• Exercise to Music
• Water-Based Exercise
• Exercise and Physical Activity for Children
Gym-Based Exercise
Unit reference
number
Unit title
Level
GLH
Credit
H/600/9013
Anatomy and physiology for exercise
2
41
6
T/600/9016
Health, safety and welfare in a fitness environment
2
16
2
A/600/9017
Principles of exercise, fitness and health
2
48
4
M/600/9015
Know how to support clients who take part in
exercise and physical activity
2
13
2
F/600/9018
Planning gym-based exercise
2
23
4
A/600/9020
Instructing gym-based exercise
2
37
6
Totals
178 GLH
24 credits
Mandatory units
Exercise to Music
Unit reference
number
Unit title
Level
GLH
Credit
H/600/9013
Anatomy and physiology for exercise
2
41
6
T/600/9016
Health, safety and welfare in a fitness
environment
2
16
2
A/600/9017
Principles of exercise, fitness and health
2
48
4
M/600/9015
Know how to support clients who take part in
exercise and physical activity
2
13
2
F/600/9021
Planning group exercise to music sessions
2
24
4
J/600/9022
Instructing group exercise to music
2
37
6
Totals
179 GLH
24 credits
Mandatory Units
Content and
Assessment Specification
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Mandatory Units
• H600/9013 – Level 2 Anatomy and Physiology for Exercise
• T600/9016 – Level 2 Health, Safety and Welfare in a Fitness Environment
• A600/9017 – Level 2 Principles of Exercise, Fitness and Health
• M600/9015 – Level 2 Know How to Support Clients who Take Part in
Exercise and Physical Activity
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Mandatory Units
H600/9013 – Level 2 Anatomy and Physiology for Exercise
Content:
• Structure and function of the skeleton
• Muscles and muscle actions
• Circulatory and respiratory systems
• Energy systems
• Nervous system
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Mandatory Units
H600/9013 – Level 2 Anatomy and Physiology for Exercise
Assessment specification:
• Multiple choice theory paper 40 questions a minimum of 28 (70%) is
required to pass
• The allocated time to complete this is 60 minutes
Additional information:
• Mock theory papers are available from CYQ website www.cyq.org.uk or
requested from cyq.qualifications@ymca.co.uk
• eAssessment is also available on request
CYQ Theory Paper Invigilation Procedures
Role and Responsibilities of the Invigilator
• The role of the invigilator is to facilitate the administration of CYQ
theory papers.
• The invigilator must not read or share the content of CYQ intellectual
property
• CYQ operational staff and External Quality Assurers cannot discuss
the content of CYQ theory papers with CYQ centre staff
• Feedback from learners regarding the content of CYQ theory papers
can be sent to – cyq.qualifications@ymca.co.uk
CYQ Theory Paper Invigilation Procedures
Role and Responsibilities of the Invigilator
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Starting, Invigilating and Ending the Assessment
Late arrival of learners
Misconduct
Emergencies
Theory paper administration process
Procedures for online assessment invigilation
CYQ Theory Paper Invigilation Procedures
External Assessment Procedure
• Reasonable Assessment Adjustment
• Ordering theory papers
• Ratio – 1 invigilator – 30 learners
• Desk specification
• Responsibilities of the learners
• Security and storage – theory papers stored securely and destroyed
following assessment – answer sheets not to be taken home
CYQ Theory Paper Invigilation Procedures
Roles and responsibilities of invigilator
External Assessment procedure
Procedures for online assessment
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Mandatory Units
T600/9016 – Health, Safety and Welfare in a Fitness Environment
Content:
• Emergency procedures
• Health and Safety
• Risk assessment
• Safeguard children and vulnerable adults
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Mandatory Units
T600/9016 – Health, Safety and Welfare in a Fitness Environment
Assessment Specification:
• Completion of the Health, Safety and Welfare in a Fitness Environment
Worksheet
• 100% is required to pass
• The worksheet can be completed by the learner as part of a course or
summative assessment
• It must be the learner’s sole work therefore group completion of this
worksheet is not permitted
• It may be completed on a continuous basis
• It can be marked by the course tutor or independent assessor
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Mandatory Units
A600/9017 – Principles of Exercise, Fitness and Health
Content:
• Components of Fitness
• Effects of exercise on the body
• Principles and variable of an exercise programme
• Safety guidelines for special populations
• Health benefits of physical activity
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Mandatory Units
A600/9017 – Principles of Exercise, Fitness and Health
Assessment specification:
• Multiple choice theory paper 40 questions a minimum of 28 (70%) is
required to pass
• The allocated time to complete this is 60 minutes
Additional information:
• Mock theory papers are available from CYQ website www.cyq.org.uk or
requested from cyq.theroypapers@ymca.co.uk
• eAssessment is also available on request
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Mandatory Units
M600/9015 – Know How to Support Clients Who take Part in Exercise and
Physical Activity
Content:
• Developing effective working relationships
• Addressing barriers to exercise with clients
• Exercise adherence
• Providing customer service
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Mandatory Units
M600/9015 – Know How to Support Clients Who Take Part in Exercise and
Physical Activity
Assessment Specification:
• Know How to Support Clients Who Take Part in Exercise and Physical
Activity Worksheet
• 100% is required to pass
• The worksheet can be completed by the learner as part of a course
or summative assessment
• It must be the learner’s sole work therefore group completion of
this worksheet is not permitted
• It may be completed on a continuous basis
• It can be marked by the course tutor or independent assessor
Optional Pairings
Gym-Based Exercise
&
Exercise to Music
Content and
Assessment Specification
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Optional Pairings
Gym-Based Exercise:
• F/600/9018 – Planning Gym-Based Exercise
• A/600/9020 – Instructing Gym-Based Exercise
Exercise to Music:
• F/600/9021 – Planning Group Exercise to Music Sessions
• J/600/9022 – Instructing Group Exercise to Music Sessions
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Optional Pairings
Assessment overview for gym-based exercise
Assessment Element 5:
Assessment Element 6:
Assessment Element 7:
Assessment Element 8:
Assessment Element 9:
Planning worksheet
Plan a gym-based exercise session
Instructing worksheet
Practical delivery of specific
gym-based exercises
Practical delivery of a gym-based
exercise session
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Optional Pairings
Assessment overview for exercise to music based exercise
Assessment Element 5:
Assessment Element 6:
Assessment Element 7:
Assessment Element 8:
Planning worksheet
Plan a group ETM exercise session
Instructing worksheet
Observation of practical teaching
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Optional Parings
F/600/9018 – Planning Gym-Based Exercise
Content:
• Collecting and using client information to plan gym-based exercise
programme
• Client screening and informed consent
• Client goal setting and evaluation
• Gym equipment and designated exercises
• Safe and effective gym session planning
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Optional Parings
F/600/9018 – Planning Gym-Based Exercise
Assessment Specification 5
• Planning worksheet
Assessment Specification 6
• Gym programme overview – covering aims, objectives, screening,
health and safety considerations
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Optional Parings
F/600/9018 – Planning Gym-Based Exercise
Assessment Specification 6 continued
• Gym Programme card detailing the exercises, timings, intensity and
alternatives/adaptations. It must include:
- Warm up component
- CV component
- 4 resistance machine exercises
- 4 free weight exercises
- 3 body weight exercises
- Cool down component
It must include:
• 3 types of CV equipment
• 1 free weight exercise to be a bench lifts to show spotting/lifting
techniques
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Optional Parings
F/600/9018 – Planning Gym-Based Exercise
Additional information
• The programme card must include 3 types of CV equipment & 1 free
weight exercise & a bench lift to show spotting/lifting techniques
• All planned exercises should reflect current good practice
• The client should be an apparently healthy individual aged 16 or over
• The client can be a course peer or an external client
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Optional Parings
F/600/9021 – Planning Group Exercise to Music Sessions
Content:
• Collecting and using client information to plan a group exercise to
music session
• Client screening & informed consent
• Identifying a range of equipment used in an ETM session
• Appropriate use of music and legal requirements
• Safe and effective ETM planning
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Optional Parings
F/600/9021 – Planning Group Exercise to Music Sessions
Assessment Specification – Assessment Element 5
• Planning worksheet
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Optional Parings
F/600/9021 – Planning Group Exercise to Music Sessions
Assessment specification – Assessment element 6
• Session overview
• Session plans covering:
- Warm up (mobility, pulse raiser, stretching)
- Main component (CV curve i.e. build up, main, build down)
- MSE
- Cool-down (maintenance and developmental stretching)
It must include:
• A minimum of one choreography method (see syllabus)
• Detail the music breakdown, exercises, teaching points and progressions,
regressions and adaptations
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Optional Parings
F/600/9021 – Planning Group Exercise to Music Sessions
Additional information
• The learner should plan for an apparently healthy group of individuals
aged 16 or over
• The session needs to be planned to meet the needs of a mixed ability
group
• The learner must plan a safe and effective exercise to music session
lasting 45-60 minutes
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Optional Parings
A/600/9020 – Instructing Gym-Based Exercise
Content:
• Safe and effective gym equipment use and prescription
• Exercise progressions and adaptations
• Safe and effective session structure and management
• Preparing self, client and equipment
• Monitoring exercise intensity
• Instructing and teaching skills
• Evaluation and feedback
• Behaviour management
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Optional Parings
A/600/9020 – Instructing Gym-Based Exercise
On-Course Assessment – Assessment element 7
Worksheet
• Can be completed on course on a continuous basis or as a
summative assessment
• Can be completed as a homework task
• Group completion is not permitted
• May be marked by the course tutor or independent assessor
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Optional Parings
A/600/9020 – Instructing Gym-Based Exercise
On-Course Assessment – Assessment element 8
Practical delivery of specific gym-based exercises
A centre may assess the following during the course:
• 2 free weight exercises (assessor choice)
• 2 resistance machines (assessor choice)
• 3 body weight exercises
• 1 CV machine
• Safe lifting and passing of weights and spotting
• Formal summative assessment
• Learners should only be put forward for this assessment when the
tutor deems that they are ready
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Optional Parings
A/600/9020 – Instructing Gym-Based Exercise
On-Course Assessment – Assessment element 8
Practical delivery of specific gym-based exercises
Additional information:
• This assessment can be assessed across a number of planned
assessments
• The exercises can be taught using a peer from the course
• This assessment can be carried out by the course tutor (must be a
qualified assessor i.e. A1 or equivalent)
• This assessment element must be passed before moving on to the final
summative assessment
• If a learner refers an individual exercise they can be re-assessed again
until a pass in all exercises is achieved
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Optional Parings
A/600/9020 – Instructing Gym-Based Exercise
Final Summative Assessment – Assessment element 9
Practical delivery of a gym-based session
• Must be conducted as one complete session
• The learner must be observed preparing the client
• Appropriate warm-up and cool-down
• CV curve (CV build up, CV main, CV build down)
• 2 resistance machine lifts – 1 AC and one learner choice
• 2 free weight lifts – 1 AC and one learner choice
• Ending the session and evaluation
AC choice lifts should be chosen from the list of designated lifts to
ensure that a range of techniques is covered
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Optional Parings
A/600/9020 – Instructing Gym-Based Exercise
Additional information:
• 2 Rs = re-assessed on the components/criteria they relate to
• 3 or more Rs = re-assessed on the whole session
• Safe lifting and passing must be demonstrated throughout
• The chosen lifts must be different from those already assessed
• The learner must be observed ending the session
• The learner must complete a self evaluation (personal reflection) of
their performance at final summative assessment via completion of the
Session Evaluation form
• The learner will be observed supporting the client throughout the
session
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Optional Parings
A/600/9020 – Instructing Gym-Based Exercise
Additional information:
• The observed session should meet the needs of the client. If the client
is a beginner then an induction session would be appropriate. If not,
the session should reflect the level and skill of the participant
• Once competence or otherwise has been decided the assessor can
move the learner on to the next exercise or component
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Optional Parings
J/600/9022 – Instructing Group Exercise to Music
Content:
• How to provide safe and effective group exercise to music sessions
• Session structure
• Preparing self, equipment and participants for group exercise to music
• Group instructing and teaching skills covering demonstration,
communication, voice projection, working with music and cueing
• Building up and breaking down choreography
• Exercise progressions and adaptations
• Monitoring and improving participants performance
• Evaluation and feedback
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Optional Parings
F/600/9021 – Instructing Group Exercise to Music
Assessment specification – Assessment element 7
Instructing worksheet
• Can be completed on course on a continuous basis or as a
summative assessment
• Can be completed as a homework task
• Group completion is not permitted
• May be marked by the course tutor or independent assessor
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Optional Parings
J/600/9022 – Instructing Group Exercise to Music
Assessment specification – Assessment element 8
Observation of practical teaching
• Learners deliver their planned session – warm-up, CV, MSE & cooldown (including developmental stretching)
• Centres can advise learners to bring a participant with them on
assessment day
• A minimum of six participants is required
• The assessor should observe at least 30 minutes of the planned
session
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Optional Parings
J/600/9022 – Instructing Group Exercise to Music
Assessment specification – Assessment element 8
Observation of practical teaching
• Learners are observed ending the session
• Complete a self evaluation (personal reflection) of their
performance at final summative assessment via completion of the
Session Evaluation form
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Optional Parings
J/600/9022 – Instructing Group Exercise to Music
Additional information:
• The learner must demonstrate their ability to:
• work to the beat and phrase of the music
• work to continuous play music
• work to verse/chorus
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Optional Pairings – Gym
Assessment overview for Gym-Based Exercise:
The learner is assessed in TOTAL on safe and effective planning,
instructing and evaluation of:
Planning
• written worksheet – PARQ, informed consent, goal setting
• gym programme card
• session overview
Instructing
• written task
• practical delivery of gym-based exercises
• practical delivery of a gym-based session
• evaluation
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Optional Pairings – ETM
Assessment overview for Exercise to Music:
The learner is assessed in TOTAL on safe and effective planning,
instructing and evaluation of:
Planning
• written worksheet
• session overview – PARQ and informed consent
• session plans to cover the complete session
• Instructing worksheet
Instructing
• written worksheet
• observation of practical teaching
• written evaluation
Methods of Assessment
• Formative – ongoing feedback on learners progress which must take
place prior to ongoing assessment. There must be some written evidence
that this has taken place
• Ongoing summative of specific gym-based exercises – a formal
summative assessment counts towards the final assessment result.
Learner should only undertake this assessment when the tutor deems
them competent
• Final summative of a gym-based session – to create the overall
assessment decision
Flexible Assessment
• CYQ will allow some flexibility in its assessment strategies to meet the
needs of approved centres and learners
• Where this is desired, centres must seek approval from CYQ for
adjustments to an existing, published assessment strategy in advance
of carrying out assessment
• Questions should be addressed to cyq.qualifications@ymca.co.uk
(see CYQ Flexible Assessment Policy)
Logical Assessment Structure
Summative assessment process
• Briefing
• Observation
• Questioning – if required – cannot be used to infer practical
competence
• Result
• Action Plan
Malpractice/Maladministration
Malpractice
• Any deliberate activity neglect, default or other practice that
compromises assessment, the integrity of the qualification,
certification or the reputation/credibility of the awarding organisation
Maladministration
• Any activity, neglect, default or other practice that results in the
centre not complying with specified requirements of delivery of the
units and qualifications
Refer to policy for examples of centre and learner malpractice and
maladministration
Resources
Mandatory Units
• Mandatory Units Syllabus
• Mandatory Units Learner Assessment Record (LAR) – fillable LAR
available
• Learner Manual
• Scheme of work
• Power Point presentations
• CYQ eLearning and eAssessment
• IQA Guidance Pack
Resources
Gym-Based Exercise
• Gym-Based Exercise Syllabus
• Gym-Based Exercise Learner Assessment Record (LAR) – fillable LAR
available
• Gym-Based Exercise Manual
• Scheme of work
• Power Point presentations
• CYQ eLearning
• IQA Guidance Pack
Resources
Exercise to Music
• Exercise to Music Syllabus
• Exercise to Music Learner Assessment Record (LAR) – fillable LAR
available
• Exercise to Music Manual
• IQA Guidance Pack
Staff Responsibilities
Tutor
The role of the tutor is to plan, deliver and evaluate an effective
programme of learning to accommodate the needs of all learners
registered – they should hold or be working towards a recognised
teaching qualification
Any tutors carrying out the ongoing assessments should hold a relevant
assessment qualification
Staff Responsibilities
Assessor
The role of the assessor is to make an informed judgement about the
range of evidence a learner may produce to demonstrate their
competence to meet the assessment criteria
Assessors must have a L3 Award or Certificate in Assessing Vocational or
Work-Based Achievement (QCF); SQA equivalent; A1, D32/33
• NB: Tutors working towards an assessing award will be required to
have decisions countersigned by a qualified assessor
• Final summative assessment conducted by independent assessor
Staff Responsibilities
Assessor
Please refer to the Role of the Assessor document on the CYQ website
This document contains a Model of Assessment; the stages of assessment,
what happens at each stage and the relevant paperwork at each stage
Staff Responsibilities
Internal Quality Assurer (IQA)
The role of the IQA is to make informed judgements regarding the
practice of and decisions made by the assessment team, to maintain
standards and to provide guidance and support to assessors
IQAs must have a L4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of
Assessment Processes and Practice (QCF); SQA equivalent; V1, D34
Staff Responsibilities
Internal Quality Assurer
Produce a sampling plan at the beginning of each course which clearly
identifies what and when sampling will take place
• The IQA plan must cover:
- all units of the qualification
- all learners
- all tutors and assessors
Please refer to the Role of the IQA document on the CYQ website. This
document contains a Model of Assessment; the stages of assessment,
what happens at each stage and the relevant paperwork at each stage
Staff Responsibilities
Internal Quality Assurer
IQA paperwork is available on the CYQ website
- IQA plan
- IQA sampling reports for desk based
eLearning – Level 2 Mandatory Units
Content covers:
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Anatomy & Physiology
Health, Safety & Welfare in a Fitness
Environment
Principles of Exercise, Fitness & Health
Know How to Support Clients Who Take
Part in Exercise
eLearning – Level 2 Gym-Based Exercise
Content covers:
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Introductions to bodyweight exercises, free weight
exercises, CV and resistance machines
Warm up, cool down and session structure
Planning, instruction and reflection
CV and resistance training guidelines
Modifications, alternatives and progressions
eLearning – Level 3 Anatomy and Physiology
Content covers:
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The heart and circulatory system
The musculoskeletal system
Posture and core stability
The nervous system
The endocrine system
Energy systems
eLearning Packages
Content only
Centres with an existing virtual learning platform can simply
purchase content for an annual fee
Hosted Basic
Pay per learner with no contract, support or set up fees
eAssessment
Benefits
• Instant access to learners' results
• Removes time and cost burden of
printing and returning answer sheets
Available for all CYQ theory assessments
Information channels
Website
www.cyq.org.uk
eNews updates
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Website
Visit www.cyq.org.uk for:
• Full qualification details
• Centre guidance including:
• fees
• policies and procedures
• FAQs
• Training days calendar
• Assessor/IQA course schedule
Summary
• Any further questions?
• You will now receive an email with an evaluation form and CPD certificate
request form. Please complete these and return to CYQ (an address will be
provided on the form)
• Thank you for your participation and feedback