The purpose of this qualification is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills needed to be able to programme safe and effective exercise for both pre and post natal clients, taking into account the physiological and biomechanical changes associated with pregnancy and the key health and safety considerations for pre and post natal clients taking part in physical activity.

Objectives:

• To develop an understanding of the physiological and biomechanical changes that take place during pregnancy
• To apply appropriate training approaches to plan and design programmes for pre and post natal clients

Pre-requisites:

Learners must hold either a Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing Gym  or one of the following:

• Level 2 Certificate in Group Training
• Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training
• Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Matwork
• Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Yoga

Course Content

• Physical activity, health and nutritional considerations for pre and post natal clients
• Programming safe and effective exercise sessions for pre and post natal clients

Assessment

• Unit 1 – Worksheet
• Unit 2 – Case study