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Qualification details

CYQ Level 1 Award in Fitness and Physical Activity (QCF)
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Qualification summary

This qualification is aimed at the learner who can work towards a full level 2 qualification.

This qualification consists of two pathways making it accessible to a variety of different learners.

There's a pathway for the learner who wants a more hands-on approach to instructing and there is a pathway for the learner who wants to help with assisting sessions.

Qualification details

500/8428/8
CYQ - Central YMCA Qualifications
1
QCF - QCF Qualification
Accreditation start date:
01/01/2010
Operational start date in centres:
01/01/2010
Accreditation end date:
31/07/2014
Certification end date:
31/07/2015
For information on the approval of qualifications for funding in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, see the links to DCSF, DIUS, DCELLS, DELNI and DENI below.

When undertaking a qualification that does not appear on the governments' lists as eligible for funding for specific age ranges, users must be aware of legal requirements. Not all qualifications are suitable for all age ranges.
For further information on 14-19 qualifications offered in England, please refer to the DCSF Section 96 website.

For further information on 19+ qualifications offered in England, please refer to the DIUS Section 97 website.
For further information on Wales, visit the DCELLS website.
For further information on Northern Ireland, visit the DELNI and DENI websites.
English
Once completed, the learner can progress on to a full level 2 qualification which will give them direct access to employment or to progress on to further level 2 or 3 qualifications.
Health and Fitness Instructor
B. Prepare for further learning or training and/or develop knowledge and/or skills in a subject area
B1. Prepare for further learning or training
  • 08 Leisure, Travel and Tourism
    • 08.1  Sport, Leisure and Recreation
9
8
60
Pass
Coursework
Multiple Choice Examination
Practical Examination
None.
None.
No.
Candidates must complete 6 credits from the Mandatory Group and a minimum of 1 credit from the Fitness Group and 2 credits from the Healthy Eating Group. Overall credit value is 9.
  • M  -  Mandatory
    Credit Value required: Minimum 6, Maximum 6.
    Sub-components required: Minimum 3, Maximum 3.
    • J/601/0011 - Exercise and Fitness Knowledge
      Equivalent unit: T/600/2549 - How the body works.
    • Y/601/0014 - Exploring Personal Fitness
      Equivalent unit: K/600/2547 - How to adopt an active, healthy lifestyle.
    • K/600/9370 - Participate in Physical Actvity in the Fitness Environment
      Equivalent unit: K/600/2547 - How to adopt an active, healthy lifestyle.
  • Op -  Optional Units
    The learner must complete a minimum of one credit from the fitness group and a minimum of 2 credits from the Healthy Eating Group.
    Credit Value required: Minimum 3.
    Sub-components required: Minimum 2, Maximum 2.
    • F  -  Fitness
      The learner must complete a minimum of 1 credit from the group.
      Credit Value required: Minimum 1, Maximum 2.
      Sub-components required: Minimum 1, Maximum 1.
      • R/600/4566 - Understanding the Health and Fitness Industry
        Barred unit: J/600/4256 - Assist in the delivery of an exercise session.
      • J/600/4256 - Assist in the delivery of an exercise session
        Barred unit: R/600/4566 - Understanding the Health and Fitness Industry.
    • H  -  Healthy Eating
      The learner must complete a minimum of 2 credits from the Healthy Eating Group
      Credit Value required: Minimum 2, Maximum 2.
      Sub-components required: Minimum 1, Maximum 1.
      • K/502/3355 - Healthy Eating
        Barred unit: A/501/3994 - Healthy Eating in Personal Development.
      • A/501/3994 - Healthy Eating in Personal Development
        Barred unit: K/502/3355 - Healthy Eating.