LEVEL 3 AWARD IN SUPPORTING PARTICIPATION IN PHYSICAL ACTIVITY: OLDER ADULTS

Learn the skills, knowledge and competence required in order to support Older Adults in participation in physical activity. By completing this qualification, existing fitness instructors will meet industry requirements to work inclusively with older adults. The purpose this qualification is to provide learners with the knowledge to support healthy ageing through the engagement with physical activity and exercise. This includes building knowledge of other services available to support the diverse health and wellbeing needs of the ageing population. This qualification will develop knowledge to plan and adapt exercise and physical activity to meet the diverse needs of older adults who are ‘already active and healthy’ and those at ‘early stages of transitioning/declining’ health. There will be particular focus on the considerations for safe and effective exercise and how to plan and adapt exercise for this demographic. CIMSPA recognise this qualification is of benefit to existing exercise and fitness instructors. Completion of this qualification will meet learner’s annual 10 CPD points requirement. To achieve the YMCA Level 3 Award in Supporting Participation in Physical Activity: Older Adults, learners must complete the following units;

Healthy ageing and role of physical activity and exercise
Programming and adapting exercise for older adults
Delivering exercise for older adults
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