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Level 3 Exercise Referral for Health Management

Study best practices for working with clients with a variety of medical conditions, aiding them on their journey to recovery and enjoying an incredibly rewarding element of your skill set.

QUALIFICATIONSVTCT Level 3 Diploma in Exercise Referral

COURSE TYPEBlended Learning

CPD POINTS10 CIMSPA Points

ACCREDITATIONVTCT accredited

Course Overview

A true life-changer in every respect, this blended learning course builds on the knowledge gained via Level 3 Personal Trainer or Level 3 Pilates qualifications. This will enable learners to support clients referred by a healthcare professional with common medical conditions covered in the qualification, such as obesity, asthma, and hypertension.

Students will gain access to an e-learning course and will be given 8 weeks to study this before attending a 2-day practical workshop, followed by a 1-day practical assessment, usually 4 weeks later.

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The course is aimed at health practitioners looking to work in a chronic disease remit, as well as fitness professionals who want to make a real difference in people’s lives through physical activity interventions alongside exercise referrals.

What's Included

This course covers a wide range of health and physical activity topics, combining online flexible learning with vital practical skills and assessments. Students will understand behaviour management, client appraisals, and appropriate fitness testing while being able to undertake practical applications of the theory.

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What you'll learn

Level 3 Advanced Anatomy and Physiology (or equivalent)

This module will give you an understanding of the essential systems in the body, and their links to overall health and exercise.

Applying the principles of nutrition and exercise to referral clients

This will give you a practical understanding of how nutrition principles apply to exercise. You will be able to use information about nutrition and be able to set goals with clients.

Professional practice for exercise referral instructors

This is a key module to understand how the health care system works in relation to exercise referrals, and how to monitor the progress of clients.

Understanding Medical Conditions for Exercise referral

Understanding the key features of certain medical conditions such as obesity and asthma and know how these conditions are treated by specific exercise referrals.

Planning exercise referral programmes

This module will give you a practical understanding of the applications of exercise referral from preparation to execution. This will also cover goal setting with clients and adapting plans to fit the client's needs.

Instructing exercise with referred clients (practical assessment)

This live assessment allows you to demonstrate your understanding of important features of exercise referral sessions, and how to review and adapt sessions to suit the client.

Instructing exercise with referred clients (case study)

Being able to plan the resources necessary and a subsequent evaluation of the client's performance and the success of the exercises to meet the client's needs.

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Learning & Assessment

This blended learning course gives a thorough understanding of how to work within a low-risk, chronic disease remit.

Assessment Methods

The assessment consists of a VTCT learner achievement portfolio – worksheets, a case study, 2 x MCP exams, and a practical live evaluation.

Breakdown

Training & Study – 70% Online Training – 30% Practical Workshops

Assessment – 60% Theory Assessment – 40% Practical Assessment

Fees & Payment Options

We believe that world-class training should be accessible to everyone no matter their financial circumstances, so we’ve developed a range of payment options to suit you.

From 0% finance to paying in full, you can reach your career goal and leave a lasting legacy in the health and fitness industry.

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Fees and funding guide

Pay in fullPay the full amount for your training in one whole lump sum, nice and simple.

0% finance*Put down a deposit and then spread the cost of your training with 0% finance*

Deposit & balancePut down a deposit and then pay the remaining balance in one lump sum at a later date.

FlexPayPut down a deposit and then pay for the rest of your training in monthly payments.

Enhance Your Career

Having this course will allow you to grow your client base and expand into working with GP referrals.

By completing this course, students should be able to charge a higher hourly rate for their skilled service. As with personal training, they could earn between £30-£50 per hour privately or within a gym OR possibly salaried NHS-based work ranging from around £15k – £27k depending on role, experience, salary banding and location. It’s important to note that GPs can only send patients to facilities that have an NHS GP referral contract for their local area and not any old personal trainer. More often than not, these facilities are generally council-run leisure centres in the local vicinity.

GP Referrals

With this qualification, you will be able to:

Work with clients for GP referrals
Work in health clubs, clinics, and private medical facilities
Build rapport with GPs, leading you to be the desired choice and grow your client base.

Hear from some of our Ambassadors & students...

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Lucy Spraggan

"I chose to train with future fit because I wanted to learn as much as I possibly could about the fitness industry. Future fit is like a family full of people from all walks of life and learning with them helps you take something from everyone."

Dame Kelly Holmes

Dame Kelly chose Future Fit Training for our in-depth courses that include face-to-face practical sessions, real-life case study work and complete sections focused on Behaviour Change.

Ibrahim Conteh

"I study with Future Fit because I connected with their passion for fitness and dedication to their students' success. Overall joining Future Fit was the best decision I have made in my fitness career and I am excited for what the future holds!"

Sarah Gilbert

"After qualifying with Future Fit I was able to set up my own studio and started my own coaching business, ReActive Coaching, which I hope to expand in the future."

Frequently asked questions

Please see our most frequently asked questions.

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Do you give me support for my online programmes?

Yes, our extensive Tutor Support team are on hand by phone, email and Facebook to answer any questions that you may have about your training to ensure you are always fully supported and on track.
Will I be able to work with the NHS with this Exercise Referral course

Yes, this course allows you to work with the NHS by establishing contacts with your local GP's and accepting referred clients.
How long will the course take? How many hours should I study for per week?
The course length will be dependent on the time you are able to dedicate to your study. The more time available, the quicker you are likely to complete your course. Our courses have been designed to study both part-time and full-time for all of our students, therefore the best way to work out how much time you need to study is to work out how many hours a week you can dedicate. If you still need more support please contact our Learners Support on 01329 823400.

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Level 3 Exercise Referral for Health Management

Course Overview

Awarding bodies

Included Qualifications

Entry requirements

Learn more about this course

What's Included

Fees & Payment Options

Enhance Your Career

GP Referrals

Hear from some of our Ambassadors & students...

Frequently asked questions