Entry Requirements
Students would normally have completed Physical Education at National 5, National 5 Biology or Higher Physical Education. Where this is not possible students should be actively involved in fitness training out with school and have a strong interest in pursuing further study or employment in the health and fitness industry.
Aims of Course
The National Progression Award (NPA) in Exercise and Fitness Leadership provides an opportunity for students to experience a number of recognised ways of leading others in fitness activities. It allows students to develop their personal leadership qualities, knowledge and skills in fitness programming and basic physiology.
Description of the Course
Students will complete the following units:
- Circuit Training (Higher)
- Cardiovascular Training (Higher)
- Free Weight Training (Higher)
Assessment
Participants should be aware the main method is assessment is the observation of student lead fitness activities. For some units, team work will be involved and all students must play a full part, as it will be individuals work and contribution that will be assessed. A variety of approaches will be used for gathering evidence:
- Observations
- Presentations
- Session Plans
- Extended response questioning
Future Progression Routes in Subject
The award is designed to articulate with current HNC/D Fitness, Health and Exercise and aims to equip candidates with the skills, knowledge and understanding required for progression to further academic and/or professional qualifications in health and fitness.
The award counts for 48 UCAS points which is the equivalent to a Higher Band C.