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RPL Mapping Report for experienced personal trainers
Awarded solely by Transcend Awards Limited, regulated by Ofqual in England, and aligned in full to the CIMSPA Professional Standard: Personal Trainer. RPL is delivered by Inspiratus Training Ltd as the Transcend recognised centre.
Claim details
Fees are charged by Inspiratus Training Ltd and are shown on the Inspiratus RPL fee sheet. Transcend Awards charges learners nothing.
Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training · RPL Mapping Report · delivered by Inspiratus Training LtdQ-TL3D-in-PT-RPL · Version 1.1 · 2026 · Page 1 of 28Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training · RPL Mapping ReportWhat is in this pack. Page numbers are the pages of this file.
Before you start
The cover, how RPL works, the eight units and the three outcomes.
Section A · Learner details, contract and consent
Your details for registration, the learner contract and your consent.
Section B · Eligibility, currency and Unit 8 route
Entry requirements, the two year rule, your work history and your Unit 8 route.
Section C · Evidence profile
Every piece of evidence you submit, labelled A to N.
Section D · Mapping grid
All 113 criteria across the eight units, mapped to your evidence (14 sheets).
Section E · Testimonies and real client
Employer or peer testimony, client testimony and the real client summary.
Section F · Assessor RPL decision
Verification checks, unit summary, outcome and top up plan. Assessor only.
Section G · Sign off and quality assurance
Declarations, internal and external quality assurance.
How to complete this pack
Work through Sections A to C first, then map every criterion in Section D. Ask your employer or a qualified peer and a real client to complete Section E, or use their signed forms as Evidence D and E. Only pay and submit once every criterion is mapped. Sections F and G are completed by Inspiratus and the quality assurers.
What comes with this pack
Before you start
Week 1
Eligibility call
We check the entry requirements, the two year rule and which Unit 8 route applies to you. Nothing is paid yet.
Weeks 1 to 4
You build the claim
You gather Evidence A to N, map the 113 criteria in Section D and chase your two testimonies.
Week 4
Pay and submit
You pay Inspiratus the fee on the fee sheet and send the pack and your evidence within one calendar month.
Weeks 5 to 8
Assessment and decision
Your assessor marks every criterion, asks for anything missing, and records one of the three outcomes.
Weeks 8 to 12
Quality assurance and certificate
Internal quality assurance, then Transcend. Certificates are issued once external quality assurance is complete.
Questions at any point: email services@inspiratus.org.uk. If something in this pack is not clear, ask before you write it out: it is quicker to answer a question than to assess a claim twice.
Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training · RPL Mapping Report · delivered by Inspiratus Training LtdQ-TL3D-in-PT-RPL · Version 1.1 · 2026 · Page 2 of 28Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training · RPL Mapping ReportRecognition of prior learning (RPL) maps what you have already achieved to the Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training. Successful learners achieve the Transcend qualification, which supports CIMSPA membership.
1 CHECK
Read this pack and check you are eligible. If you cannot meet most criteria, join a full programme instead.
2 COLLECT
Gather your certificate, transcript, CV, testimonies, real client programme and CPD. Label them A to N.
3 MAP
Map every criterion to your evidence in Section D and say where in the document it is shown.
4 PAY AND SUBMIT
Pay Inspiratus the fee for your route, shown on the Inspiratus RPL fee sheet, then submit this pack and your evidence within one month.
5 ASSESSMENT
Inspiratus assesses and internally moderates your claim (up to two months), then Transcend quality assures and certificates (up to two more).
Who can use RPL
RPL recognises learning and experience you already have, so you are exempt from criteria you can already evidence. It is only for people who have all of the following. Everyone else joins a full programme of learning and assessment.
Conditions that cannot be varied
Assessment integrity: what RPL replaces
The qualification's assessment strategy requires a placement portfolio, an invigilated practical observation with a real client, a hard skills test and a professional discussion (Tasks A to D). On the RPL route, Unit 7 is evidenced instead by signed employer or peer and client testimonies, the real client programme and the CV. Where that evidence cannot confirm a criterion, the assessor does not accept a weaker response: a live observation is arranged at the observation fee on the Inspiratus RPL fee sheet, and testimony authors may be contacted to verify what they signed.
A
Main qualification certificate
My comparable or higher level qualification, awarded by a recognised or regulated body.
B
Transcript or module list
The full transcript for Evidence A, listing the modules or units and what they covered.
C
CV
Confirms I am experienced at delivering training programmes to real clients in a fitness environment, with dates for every role, and shows my commitment to CPD.
D
Employer or peer testimony
Confirms I am experienced at delivering training programmes to real clients, and that my experience is current, within the last two years. Sole traders may use a peer testimony from another qualified personal trainer.
E
Client testimony
Confirms I am experienced at delivering training programmes to real clients in a fitness environment.
F
Real client profile and programme
Shows I can profile a real client, then develop, adapt and review the impact of a progressive programme in a live environment. Names and personal details removed.
Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training · RPL Mapping Report · delivered by Inspiratus Training LtdQ-TL3D-in-PT-RPL · Version 1.1 · 2026 · Page 3 of 28Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training · RPL Mapping Report| Unit | Title | Type | Unit ref | GLH | Credit | ACs | Usual evidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 1 | Duties of a Personal Trainer | Knowledge | H/617/4916 | 20 | 4 | 16 | B, G to N |
| Unit 2 | Driving behaviour change through lifestyle intervention and impact analysis | Knowledge | K/617/4917 | 20 | 4 | 4 | B, G to N |
| Unit 3 | Driving behaviour change through health and wellbeing intervention and impact analysis | Knowledge | T/617/4919 | 20 | 4 | 5 | B, G to N |
| Unit 4 | Driving behaviour change through nutritional intervention and impact analysis | Knowledge | K/617/4920 | 20 | 4 | 4 | B, G to N |
| Unit 5 | Driving behaviour change through anatomical and movement systems intervention and impact analysis | Knowledge | M/617/4921 | 20 | 4 | 13 | B, G to N |
| Unit 6 | Driving behaviour change through exercise technique intervention and impact analysis | Knowledge | T/617/4922 | 20 | 8 | 4 | B, G to N |
| Unit 7 | Deployment of a Personal Trainer | Skills | A/617/4923 | 44 | 10 | 61 | D, E, F, C |
| Unit 8 | Deployment of a personal training enterprise | Business | F/617/4924 | 20 | 4 | 6 | Business route or Task D |
Who charges what
Transcend Awards Limited awards the qualification and charges you nothing. Inspiratus Training Ltd, the Transcend recognised centre, delivers the RPL route and charges the fees. Every fee, what it covers, how to pay and the refund position is on the Inspiratus RPL fee sheet, which comes with this pack. Paying confirms you accept the learner contract in Section A.
If you need Unit 8 assessed
Most learners who have not run their own personal training business complete the Task D PT Enterprise Report. It has its own 2026 workbook with the five report sections and space to write; ask Inspiratus for it before you pay, because choosing it later costs more. Section B of this pack tells you which route you are on.
Outcome 1 · Achieved
Results go to Transcend. Once external quality assurance is complete your eCertificate is released and supports your CIMSPA membership application.
Outcome 2 · Part achieved
More than half, but not all, criteria are met. You complete learning and assessment for the gaps. Top up fees are on the Inspiratus RPL fee sheet.
Outcome 3 · Not achieved
Your claim does not meet the standard. We will recommend a full programme of learning and assessment.
Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training · RPL Mapping Report · delivered by Inspiratus Training LtdQ-TL3D-in-PT-RPL · Version 1.1 · 2026 · Page 4 of 28Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training · RPL Mapping ReportYou may be contacted by Inspiratus or Transcend Awards to verify the details you give. Your information is used only by the recognised centre and the awarding organisation.
Learner contract
This is an agreement between you and Inspiratus Training Ltd as the Transcend recognised centre, for the Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training via the RPL exemption process. By signing you agree to:
Consent
I consent to Inspiratus and Transcend Awards processing and using the personal data in this pack, and any other data obtained from me or from others about me, for the purposes stated here or any other legitimate reason.
We may contact you after you complete, to ask about employment or further training, or to tell you about other Transcend products.
If you need support with this pack
What happens to your information
Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training · RPL Mapping Report · delivered by Inspiratus Training LtdQ-TL3D-in-PT-RPL · Version 1.1 · 2026 · Page 5 of 28Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training · RPL Mapping ReportComplete this before you map anything. If you cannot meet every entry requirement and the two year rule, RPL is not the right route for you.
| Requirement | Evidence | Document or certificate no. | Expiry or date | Seen | Date seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Photo identification | Passport or licence | ||||
| Regulated Level 2 qualification in Fitness or Gym Instruction, or equivalent | Certificate | ||||
| Main qualification: comparable or higher level (Evidence A) | Certificate | ||||
| Transcript or module list for the main qualification (Evidence B) | Transcript | ||||
| Personal training work within the last two years (Evidence C and D) | CV and testimony | ||||
| Recognised safeguarding certificate (before certification) | Certificate | ||||
| Aged 16 or over, 18 or over to work unsupervised | Identification |
Your main qualification (Evidence A and B)
| Employer or own business | Role | From (month, year) | To, or current |
|---|---|---|---|
Currency: the two year rule
You must evidence personal training work with real clients within the last two years. At least one testimony (Evidence D or E) must be dated within that period.
What counts as personal training work
If you have been out for more than two years
Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training · RPL Mapping Report · delivered by Inspiratus Training LtdQ-TL3D-in-PT-RPL · Version 1.1 · 2026 · Page 6 of 28Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training · RPL Mapping ReportUnit 8 (Deployment of a personal training enterprise) is the unit most often missing. Choose the route that fits you.
Route 1 · Business evidence
For personal trainers who have run their own business. Give your UTR or Companies House number, then map real business records to each Unit 8 criterion in Section D. This is the standard fee on the Inspiratus fee sheet.
| Criterion | Business records that usually cover it | Your evidence ref |
|---|---|---|
| AC1.1 | Your business plan, or your services and pricing list with goals, KPIs and client growth activity | |
| AC1.2 | Your marketing plan, or your website, social media and adverts with a note on target market and competitors | |
| AC1.3 | Budget or cash flow forecast, bookkeeping or accountant summary (amounts may be hidden), insurance, tax responsibilities | |
| AC2.1 | Privacy policy, client consent forms and how you store client data | |
| AC2.2 | Booking, payment or client management systems you use, and how data shapes your decisions | |
| AC2.3 | Apps, wearables or online coaching you use with clients |
Assessor verification of the business
Companies House number checked on the public register, or UTR checked against tax documents.
Route 2 · Task D PT Enterprise Report
For everyone who cannot evidence Unit 8 from their own business. You write the report in the Task D PT Enterprise Report workbook (2026), which has all five sections and space to write, and submit it with this pack. Ask Inspiratus for the workbook before you pay: choosing this route afterwards costs more. The fee sheet shows both fees.
| # | Section | What it must include | Unit 8 criteria | Done |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Executive summary | Enterprise description, rationale, direction and vision, service offer, funding | AC1.1, AC1.3 | |
| 2 | Market analysis | PESTLE, market size and share, market trends, service demand and supply, client demographics, two competitor profiles | AC1.1, AC1.2 | |
| 3 | Organisational analysis | Legal, regulatory and policy requirements (self-employed and employed rules, GDPR, equality, health and safety, safeguarding, tax), workforce, facilities, IT and funding | AC1.2, AC2.1, AC2.2, AC2.3 | |
| 4 | Strategic direction | Vision, mission and values, services and fees, four client service goals with annual KPIs | AC1.1 | |
| 5 | Operational plan | Structure and systems, facilities plan, IT plan, fixed and variable cost forecast, 12 month best and worst case profit and loss, marketing plan, SWOT | AC1.1, AC1.2, AC1.3 |
Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training · RPL Mapping Report · delivered by Inspiratus Training LtdQ-TL3D-in-PT-RPL · Version 1.1 · 2026 · Page 7 of 28Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training · RPL Mapping ReportList every piece of evidence you are submitting. You then use these references (A to N) in the mapping grid.
| Ref | Evidence | What it shows | Status | File name | Attached | Assessor seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | Main qualification certificate | My comparable or higher level qualification, awarded by a recognised or regulated body. | MANDATORY | |||
| B | Transcript or module list | The full transcript for Evidence A, listing the modules or units and what they covered. | MANDATORY | |||
| C | CV | Confirms I am experienced at delivering training programmes to real clients in a fitness environment, with dates for every role, and shows my commitment to CPD. | MANDATORY | |||
| D | Employer or peer testimony | Confirms I am experienced at delivering training programmes to real clients, and that my experience is current, within the last two years. Sole traders may use a peer testimony from another qualified personal trainer. | MANDATORY | |||
| E | Client testimony | Confirms I am experienced at delivering training programmes to real clients in a fitness environment. | MANDATORY | |||
| F | Real client profile and programme | Shows I can profile a real client, then develop, adapt and review the impact of a progressive programme in a live environment. Names and personal details removed. | MANDATORY | |||
| Supplementary evidence: CPD certificates (required if your main qualification is more than three years old), in house training, publications, business records, Task D | ||||||
| G | SUPPLEMENTARY | |||||
| H | SUPPLEMENTARY | |||||
| I | SUPPLEMENTARY | |||||
| J | SUPPLEMENTARY | |||||
| K | SUPPLEMENTARY | |||||
| L | SUPPLEMENTARY | |||||
| M | SUPPLEMENTARY | |||||
| N | SUPPLEMENTARY | |||||
Label every file with its reference, for example RPL Evidence B Transcript.pdf. If you have more than one testimony, number them D1, D2, E1, E2.
What makes a piece of evidence count
CPD: when you need it and what counts
Before you send anything
Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training · RPL Mapping Report · delivered by Inspiratus Training LtdQ-TL3D-in-PT-RPL · Version 1.1 · 2026 · Page 8 of 28Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training · RPL Mapping ReportMap every criterion. Put the evidence reference (A to N) and say exactly where it is shown, for example "B, page 2, module SPX204". Leave nothing to chance. The assessor ticks Met or Not yet.
| AC | Assessment criterion | Delivery content and attainment indicators | PTIS | Evidence ref(s) | Where in the evidence, and any note | Met | Not yet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 1 · Duties of a Personal Trainer · Knowledge · H/617/4916 · 16 criteria · usual evidence B, G to N | |||||||
| LO1 · Understand the responsibilities associated with professional practice | |||||||
| AC1.1 | Justify conduct and ability to portray a professional image | Consideration of appropriate behaviours to portray a professional image and role modelling: positive, motivating and empowering honest, trustworthy and possessing personal integrity being respectful of clients and other professionals, committed, non-judgemental, consistent. | K8.1 | ||||
| AC1.2 | Justify adherence to professional ethics related to the role | Consideration of ethical practices: professional membership professional code of conduct role boundaries and scope of practice and responsibilities representation of skills, abilities and knowledge interface with other relevant professionals and business practices | K8.2 | ||||
| AC1.3 | Justify adherence to current legislation and organisational procedures relevant to own role | Consideration of legislation and associated organisational procedures: conflicts of interest GDPR, client privacy and confidentiality safeguarding children, vulnerable adults and DBS equality and diversity health and safety at work and reporting of injuries control of substances hazardous to health diseases and dangerous occurrences regulations electricity at work regulations first aid regulations personal liability insurance individual organisational policies and procedures | K8.3 | ||||
| LO2 · Understand the impact of Professionally interacting and effective communication | |||||||
| AC2.1 | Justify ability interact professionally with clients and relevant professionals to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of introduction methods Consideration of rapport building Consideration of connecting with people to create a positive experience Consideration of adapting communication style to suit client needs, Consideration of presenting accurate information in an appropriate manner | K9.1 | ||||
| AC2.2 | Justify application of different communication techniques and methods to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of nonverbal techniques: Observation body language eye contact active listening Consideration of verbal techniques: Negotiation to deal with resistance to change questioning, [open-ended V closed questioning] motivational interviewing reflective statements, paraphrasing, summarising, decisional balance sheet | K9.2 | ||||
| LO3 · Understand the client consultation and assessment and review process | |||||||
| AC3.1 | Justify the client consultation process to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of conduct of 1:1 consultation to create initial profile Consideration of assessment to gather relevant information | K4.1 | ||||
| AC3.2 | Justify selected client assessment tools and confirm accuracy of implementation to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of tool appropriate to the client + assessment conditions Consideration of assessment range Consideration of postural assessment Consideration of use of Archon Combine fitness testing for validity | K4.1 | ||||
Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training · RPL Mapping Report · delivered by Inspiratus Training LtdQ-TL3D-in-PT-RPL · Version 1.1 · 2026 · Page 9 of 28Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training · RPL Mapping ReportMap every criterion. Put the evidence reference (A to N) and say exactly where it is shown, for example "B, page 2, module SPX204". Leave nothing to chance. The assessor ticks Met or Not yet.
| AC | Assessment criterion | Delivery content and attainment indicators | PTIS | Evidence ref(s) | Where in the evidence, and any note | Met | Not yet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 1 · Duties of a Personal Trainer (continued) | |||||||
| AC3.3 | Justify effectiveness of client monitoring and review to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of regular assessments to monitor progress towards goals Consideration of review and revision of exercise programmes with client based on results/goals/individual needs/changing circumstances Consideration of use of Archon Combine Fitness Testing for validity | K4.1 | ||||
| LO4 · Understand how to set and adapt meaningful SMART goals linked to client’s individual needs, wants and motivators. | |||||||
| AC4.1 | Justify meaningful and smart goals to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of setting goals with clients based on needs and wants Consideration of setting goals with clients based on motivations Consideration of setting goals with clients based on capabilities Consideration of setting goals for fitness via Archon Combine for effectiveness | K4.2 | ||||
| AC4.2 | Justify effectiveness of goal monitoring and adapt to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of application of tests to check goal achievement Consideration of application of tests to support monitoring Consideration of application of tests to support adaptation Consideration of adaptation based on needs, wants, motivations + capabilities Consideration of adaptation based upon fitness results via Archon Combine | K4.2 | ||||
| LO5 · Understand how to design and tailor exercise programmes for a range of clients within scope of practice. | |||||||
| AC5.1 | Justify design of programmes tailored to meet individual needs within scope of practice to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of design and tailoring of exercise programmes for a range of clients within scope of practice. This list here is not exhaustive: sedentary recovering from injury over-trained high-level performer sport specific performer clients with low-risk health conditions Consideration of application of principles of training to exercise programme design to develop cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength (hypertrophy and endurance), flexibility, body composition, posture, core stability and motor skills. Consideration of advantages and disadvantages of exercising at various intensities for: sedentary [untrained] experienced [trained] high-level performers [well trained]. | K4.2, K4.3 | ||||
| AC5.2 | Justify application of a range of different protocols and tools to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of the range of different protocols and tools: Calculations of repetition maximums (1RM – 10RM). Methods of monitoring exercise intensity to include, maximum heart rate formula, Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) scales, both 6-20 and 1-10, Metabolic equivalents (METs), Kilocalories per hour (Kcal.hr), visual assessment and verbal assessment (talk test). Consideration of rep ranges [ strength, power, endurance + muscle hypertrophy] Consideration of HR training zone models [developing aerobic + anaerobic capacity] Consideration of the current ACSM to develop different components of fitness Consideration of the relevant guidelines for hands-on-contact with clients Consideration of reasons for periodisation or progressive programming and principles | K4.2 | ||||
Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training · RPL Mapping Report · delivered by Inspiratus Training LtdQ-TL3D-in-PT-RPL · Version 1.1 · 2026 · Page 10 of 28Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training · RPL Mapping ReportMap every criterion. Put the evidence reference (A to N) and say exactly where it is shown, for example "B, page 2, module SPX204". Leave nothing to chance. The assessor ticks Met or Not yet.
| AC | Assessment criterion | Delivery content and attainment indicators | PTIS | Evidence ref(s) | Where in the evidence, and any note | Met | Not yet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 1 · Duties of a Personal Trainer (continued) | |||||||
| AC5.3 | Justify the selected variables of training and tailored programmes in support of individuals goals to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of manipulation of the FITT principle to tailor exercise programmes: choice of exercises sequence of exercise resistance and repetitions number of sets, rest between sets (recovery) speed of movement type of muscle contraction duration of session rest between sessions volume of training split routines development of aerobic and anaerobic CV fitness, strength endurance, hypertrophy, speed and power | K4.4 | ||||
| AC5.4 | Justify implementation of principles of training within exercise programme to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of specificity Consideration of progressive overload Consideration of reversibility Consideration of adaptability Consideration of individuality Consideration of recovery time Consideration of individual client wants, goals and needs Consideration of importance of adequate rest phases between training loads Consideration of the importance of signs and symptoms of overtraining | K4.5 | ||||
| AC5.5 | Justify selected modes of training within exercise programme to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of and reaction to different environments [gym-based] Consideration of and reaction to different environments [studio-based] Consideration of and reaction to different environments [sports hall] Consideration of and reaction to different environments [outdoors Consideration of and reaction to different environments [home-based] Consideration of and reaction to different environments [confined space] Consideration of and reaction to different exercise modes resistance training (machines, free-weights, bodyweight) CV training, circuit training, body conditioning core exercise flexibility training | K4.6 | ||||
| AC5.6 | Differentiate design and tailoring of exercise programmes for individuals and small groups within scope of practice | Consideration of and design of effective small group PT sessions Consideration of balance of needs of individuals and the group Consideration of Archon Combine for group fitness testing monitoring and review | K4.7 | ||||
| Unit 2 · Driving behaviour change through lifestyle intervention and impact analysis · Knowledge · K/617/4917 · 4 criteria · usual evidence B, G to N | |||||||
| LO1 · Understand how to educate clients on the components of a healthy lifestyle. | |||||||
| AC1.1 | Review components of a healthy lifestyle and factors that affect health and wellbeing to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of components of a healthy lifestyle Consideration of factors that affect health and wellbeing | K2.1 | ||||
| AC1.2 | Educate clients the components of a healthy lifestyle through relevant techniques to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of education of clients on components of healthy lifestyles Consideration of education through effective communication and signposts | K2.1 | ||||
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| AC | Assessment criterion | Delivery content and attainment indicators | PTIS | Evidence ref(s) | Where in the evidence, and any note | Met | Not yet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 2 · Driving behaviour change through lifestyle intervention and impact analysis (continued) | |||||||
| LO2 · Understand psychological theory, factors and motivational techniques that can influence positive behaviour change | |||||||
| AC2.1 | Evaluate psychological factors that can influence change to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of psychological factors: intrinsic and extrinsic motivation social support and peer pressure individual client needs and differences (experienced, inexperienced, active and inactive) motives and barriers to change (perceived and actual, self-recognition of own barriers, reinforcement) self-efficacy Consideration of relevance and use of psychological questionnaires | K2.2 | ||||
| AC2.2 | Select relevant approaches that can motivate positive behaviour change to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of motivational theories and approaches Consideration of methods to identify a client’s readiness to change Consideration of methods to identify characteristics at each stage of change Appropriate interventions/strategies to use at each stage | K2.3 | ||||
| Unit 3 · Driving behaviour change through health and wellbeing intervention and impact analysis · Knowledge · T/617/4919 · 5 criteria · usual evidence B, G to N | |||||||
| LO1 · Understand health conditions, screening, risk stratification and signposting to ensure safe practice | |||||||
| AC1.1 | Consider health conditions and medically controlled diseases to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of a range of health conditions and medically controlled diseases | K3.1 | ||||
| AC1.2 | Justify choice of health screening method to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of PAR-Q and PAR-Q+ Consideration of organisation or employer devised methods | K3.2 | ||||
| AC1.3 | Justify risk stratification models, signposting and referral to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration use of recognised tools: Irwin and Morgan traffic light system ACSM categories National/locally agreed protocols/referral pathways (where/when exist) Consideration of relevant health history, Consideration of current health status in relation to: risk factors for heart disease, the identification of medical conditions that would necessitate medical clearance or referral to an appropriate medical professional or other clinician or medically supervised exercise programme, past and present injuries and disabilities. Consideration of risk stratification approach [clear understanding of the absolute contraindications to exercise and factors that indicate that a client is at ‘low, medium or high risk’ of an adverse event occurring during exercise/propensity for risk]. Gaining informed consent. | K3.2 | ||||
| LO2 · Understand professional role and scope of practice when offering health and wellbeing advice | |||||||
| AC2.1 | Consider scope of practice and professional boundaries to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of education of range of roles + practice scope [list is not exhaustive]: Personal trainers Doctors Physiologists Physiotherapists Occupational therapists Strength and conditioning coach Dietitian/nutritionists Exercise referral instructors. Consideration of liaison with professionals regarding unfamiliar medical conditions. | K3.3 | ||||
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| AC | Assessment criterion | Delivery content and attainment indicators | PTIS | Evidence ref(s) | Where in the evidence, and any note | Met | Not yet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 3 · Driving behaviour change through health and wellbeing intervention and impact analysis (continued) | |||||||
| AC2.2 | Consider evidence-based and reputable intel sources to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of organisations and websites where information can be sought/clients can be signposted [list is not exhaustive]: NHS Choices British Heart Foundation BHF National Centre for Physical Activity and Health Change 4 Life Department of Health Campaigns Diabetes UK UK Chief Medical Officer national recommended guidelines for PA + health. Consideration of evidence-based health benefits of physical activity. Consideration of dose-response relationship. Consideration of research methods for unfamiliar medical conditions for exercise info | K3.3 | ||||
| Unit 4 · Driving behaviour change through nutritional intervention and impact analysis · Knowledge · K/617/4920 · 4 criteria · usual evidence B, G to N | |||||||
| LO1 · Understand the principles of nutrition | |||||||
| AC1.1 | Deliver relevant advice aligned to the principles of nutrition | Consideration of main nutrients and their food sources Consideration of importance of hydration Consideration of importance of macro-nutrients and micronutrients Consideration of influence of nutrition on health | K6.1 | ||||
| LO2 · Understand effective application of nutritional assessment tools | |||||||
| AC2.1 | Justify use of nutritional assessment tools to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of food diary Consideration of food recall Consideration of food frequency questionnaires Consideration of body composition assessment | K6.3 | ||||
| AC2.2 | Justify choice of methods for estimating metabolic rates and energy requirements to support the achievement of client goals | Consideration of methods to estimate resting metabolic rate and energy requirements to support the achievement of client goals | K6.4 | ||||
| LO3 · Understand how to educate and motivate through nutritional strategies relevant to the individuals needs | |||||||
| AC2.3 | Justify nutritional strategies to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of current government healthy eating guidelines for individual client Consideration of current evidence-based recommendations to individual client Consideration of current application to individual client’s in light of: weight management and health hypertrophy sports performance Consideration of education and encouragement to clients to make good food choices | K6.2 | ||||
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| AC | Assessment criterion | Delivery content and attainment indicators | PTIS | Evidence ref(s) | Where in the evidence, and any note | Met | Not yet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 5 · Driving behaviour change through anatomical and movement systems intervention and impact analysis · Knowledge · M/617/4921 · 13 criteria · usual evidence B, G to N | |||||||
| LO1 · Understand the classification, structure and function of bones and the effects of exercise | |||||||
| AC1.1 | Consider the classification, structure and function of bones to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of classification and structure: Long, short, flat, sesamoid, irregular bones Compact and spongy/cancellous tissue, articular cartilage, epiphysis, diaphysis, periosteum, epiphyseal plates, bone marrow, the vertebral column (cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacral and coccygeal), stages of bone growth, remodelling process, ageing process, osteoblasts and osteoclasts Consideration of function: Muscle attachments and levers protection of internal organs red and white blood cell production stages of bone growth, remodelling process, ageing process, the role of osteoblasts, osteoclasts, hormonal contribution, body weight, calcium and Vitamin D in bone density | K1.1 | ||||
| AC1.2 | Consider the impact of exercise on bones to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of the effects of exercise: weight bearing and non-weight-bearing exercise acute and chronic effects stabilisation of the body neutral spine alignment potential ranges of movement of the spine transmission of stress caused by impact, body weight, bone density | K1.1 | ||||
| LO2 · Understand the classification, structure and function of joints and the effects of exercise | |||||||
| AC2.1 | Consider the classification, structure and function of joints to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of classification and structure: Fibrous, cartilaginous, synovial Joint capsule, synovial membrane, synovial fluid, ligaments, tendons Cartilage (hyaline and fibrocartilage), curves/regions of the spine Consideration of function: Joint movement terminology: flexion and extension, adduction and abduction, circumduction, supination and pronation, plantar flexion and dorsiflexion, lateral flexion and extension, horizontal flexion and extension, elevation and depression, inversion and eversion, tensile strength of ligaments Planes of motion: transverse, frontal and sagittal Joint stability, passive and active structures, shock absorption (e.g. natural curves of the spine) | K1.2 | ||||
| AC2.2 | Analyse the impact exercise on joints to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of the Effects of exercise: Effect of muscle contractions and movements (e.g. posture, impact, body weight) active stability of joints: key joints at risk (spine, shoulder joint) Risks: lack of biomechanical efficiency, reduction in transmission of stress, increased risk of injury, increased loading placed on synergists) | K1.2 | ||||
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| LO3 · Understand the classification, structure and function of muscles and the effects of exercise | |||||||
| AC3.1 | Consider the classification, structure and function of muscles to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of the classification and structure: Cardiac, smooth, skeletal Connective tissue (epimysium, perimysium, endomysium) Muscle fibres: slow twitch type i (slow oxidative), fast twitch (type 2a: fast oxidative glycolytic and type 2b: fast glycolytic) muscles and Muscle attachment sites (origins and insertions), to cover: rotator cuff – sits (s: supraspinatus i: infraspinatus t: teres minor s: subscapularis); shoulder girdle - levator scapulae, pectoralis minor, serratus anterior, trapezius, rhomboids major/minor, teres major; spinal extensors - erector spinae, iliocostalis, longissimus, spinalis, multifidus, quadratus lumborum; hip flexors (iliopsoas) – iliacus, psoas major; adductors – magnus, brevis, longus, pectineus, gracilis, sartorius; abductors - gluteus medius, gluteus minimus, piriformis, tensor fascia latae; abdominals - internal and external obliques, transversus abdominus; intercostals, diaphragm; ‘core’ and pelvic floor muscles; local/deep, global/superficial muscles Consideration of the function: Muscle actions: to cover muscles listed above, roles of major muscles: prime mover (agonist), antagonist, synergist, fixators, muscle contractions: concentric and eccentric (isotonic), isometric and isokinetic, the principles of muscle contraction (e.g. all or none law, sliding filament theory, stretch reflex and reverse stretch reflex, size principle of motor unit recruitment), biomechanics: 1st, 2nd and 3rd class levers, ‘core’ and pelvic floor, local/deep; global/superficial | K1.3 | ||||
| AC3.2 | Analyse the impact of exercise on muscles to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of the effects of exercise: Short and long-term effects, delayed onset of muscles soreness (DOMS), muscle fatigue Response to overuse, underuse, misuse (shortening/weakening, altered roles/synergists becoming prime movers etc) | K1.3 | ||||
| LO4 · Understand the classification, structure and function of biological systems and the effects of exercise | |||||||
| AC4.1 | Consider the classification, structure and function of biological systems to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of the classification and structure: Muscular and skeletal, Cardiovascular: heart e.g. atria and ventricles, arteries, arterioles, veins, venules and capillaries Respiratory: lungs, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, bronchioles, alveoli Nervous: central nervous system and peripheral nervous system, neurons, motor units, proprioceptors (muscle spindles and golgi tendon organs) Endocrine: hormones and glands Consideration of function: Cardiovascular: cardiac cycle, stroke volume, cardiac output, blood pressure (systolic and diastolic) Respiratory: mechanism of breathing, gaseous exchange Nervous: sensory input, interpretation, motor output Endocrine: secretion of hormones | K1.4 | ||||
| AC4.2 | Analyse the impact of exercise on biological systems to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of the effects of exercise: Cardiorespiratory: short and long-term effects on blood pressure, aerobic respiration, venous return, the implications of blood pooling Nervous: motor unit recruitment, inter and intramuscular coordination, neuromuscular coordination Endocrine: hormonal responses Signs and symptoms of overtraining | K1.4 | ||||
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| LO5 · Understand the classification, structure and function of energy systems and the effects of exercise | |||||||
| AC5.1 | Consider the classification, structure and function of energy systems to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of the classification and structure: Aerobic Anaerobic (lactate and creatine phosphate) Consideration of the function: How the energy systems function independently How the energy systems interact with one another | K1.5 | ||||
| AC5.2 | Consider the impact of exercise on energy systems to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of the effects of exercise: ATP re-synthesis aerobic and anaerobic threshold effects of different training methods/systems | K1.5 | ||||
| LO6 · Understand applied biomechanics and kinesiology | |||||||
| AC6.1 | Consider the classification of anatomical planes of movement and terms of location to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of the classification of anatomical planes of movement: frontal (coronal), sagittal and transverse Consideration of the classification of anatomical terms of location: superior and inferior, anterior and posterior, medial and lateral, proximal and distal, superficial and deep | K1.6, K1.7 | ||||
| AC6.2 | Consider the impact of exercise variables on biomechanics and kinesiology to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of the effect of exercise variables on biomechanics and kinesiology: levers, gravity/centre of gravity momentum, force, planes of motion, length-tension relationships open and closed chain kinetic movements with examples of each and a consideration of their advantages and disadvantages | K1.8 | ||||
| LO7 · Understand posture and the effects of exercise | |||||||
| AC7.1 | Consider the effects of exercise on posture to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of the effects of exercise on posture: core stabilisation exercises, impact on posture, potential for injury/aggravation of problems Consideration of the abnormal degrees of curvature of the spine and their implications [Medical conditions associated with dysfunctional stabilisation, such as common spinal disorders] | K1.9 | ||||
| Unit 6 · Driving behaviour change through exercise technique intervention and impact analysis · Knowledge · T/617/4922 · 4 criteria · usual evidence B, G to N | |||||||
| LO1 · Understand a range of fitness training techniques | |||||||
| AC1.1 | Justify selected cardiovascular exercises to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of cardiovascular exercises (steady state, interval, fartlek) | K5.1 | ||||
| AC1.2 | Justify selected resistance exercise to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of resistance exercises (range of training systems, exercise equipment, fixed and free weights) | K5.1 | ||||
| LO2 · Understand how to observe and monitor clients during sessions to maintain safety and effectiveness of exercise | |||||||
| AC2.1 | Consider correction of poor or incorrect exercise technique to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of observation: Inadequate positioning Consideration of discussion: Impact on body | K5.2 | ||||
| AC2.2 | Consider regression, progression and apply corrective strategies and adaptation as required to ensure effective client intervention | Consideration of signs and symptoms that indicate an unplanned change in intensity (e.g. excessive/insufficient effort) Consideration of modification and adaptation exercises (offer alternatives that regress or progress an exercise) | K5.2 | ||||
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| Unit 7 · Deployment of a Personal Trainer · Skills · A/617/4923 · 61 criteria · usual evidence D, E, F, C | |||||||
| LO1 · Be able to ensure responsibility and professional duty of care to clients | |||||||
| AC1.1 | Demonstrate client safety and wellbeing at all times | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S8.1 | ||||
| AC1.2 | Demonstrate compliance with relevant legal responsibilities | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S8.1 | ||||
| AC1.3 | Demonstrate ethical practice and professional conduct | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S8.1 | ||||
| AC1.4 | Demonstrate ability to educate client about own role, responsibilities and limitations in providing assistance | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S8.2 | ||||
| LO2 · Be able to interact and communicate in a professional manner | |||||||
| AC2.1 | Demonstrate ability to use effective communication to introduce oneself, build rapport and create a positive customer experience | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S9.1 | ||||
| AC2.2 | Demonstrate ability to use effective communication to suit the client needs (e.g. their stage of change) | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S9.1 | ||||
| LO3 · Be able to incorporate technology to ensure effective practice | |||||||
| AC3.1 | Be able to incorporate technology within practice to ensure effective client intervention | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S7.1 | ||||
| LO4 · Be able to conduct effective client consultation and assessment | |||||||
| AC4.1 | Demonstrate collection of information required to design, tailor and coach an effective exercise programme | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S4.1 | ||||
| AC4.2 | Demonstrate collection of informed consent | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S4.1 | ||||
| AC4.3 | Demonstrate pre-exercise assessment screening to assess if client onward referral is advised and where necessary refer the client to a more appropriate professional | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S4.1 | ||||
| AC4.4 | Demonstrate collection of information from other relevant professionals concerning the client where indicated | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S4.1 | ||||
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| AC4.5 | Demonstrate education of client on purpose and value of pre-exercise assessments | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S4.2 | ||||
| AC4.6 | Demonstrate selection of assessments appropriate to the individual client | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S4.2 | ||||
| AC4.7 | Demonstrate selection of assessments appropriate to the assessment conditions, equipment and time available | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S4.2 | ||||
| AC4.8 | Demonstrate delivery of advice to client of correct procedures, protocols and risks prior to commencing any physical assessment | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S4.2 | ||||
| AC4.9 | Demonstrate supervision of client physical assessment in a safe and effective manner | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S4.2 | ||||
| AC4.10 | Demonstrate conduct basic postural analysis on client | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S4.2 | ||||
| AC4.11 | Demonstrate accurate interpretation of results and recorded data using accepted criteria | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S4.2 | ||||
| AC4.12 | Demonstrate effective communication to client on outcomes of analysis and discuss and agree actions and goals | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S4.2 | ||||
| AC4.13 | Demonstrate development of a summary profile of client to assist in the design of a safe and effective programme tailored to their specific needs | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S4.2 | ||||
| AC4.14 | Demonstrate regular assessments and re-assessments to monitor client progress and achievement of goals | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S4.2 | ||||
| LO5 · Be able to plan an effective programme and associated sessions | |||||||
| AC5.1 | Demonstrate planning of timings and sequences for the session | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S4.3 | ||||
| AC5.2 | Demonstrate ability to incorporate teaching strategies to enhance client performance | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S4.3 | ||||
| AC5.3 | Demonstrate determination and variation of modality and intensity of exercise | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S4.3 | ||||
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| Unit 7 · Deployment of a Personal Trainer (continued) | |||||||
| AC5.4 | Demonstrate effective allocation of equipment and resources required | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S4.3 | ||||
| AC5.5 | Demonstrate ability to link sessions to client goals | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S4.3 | ||||
| AC5.6 | Demonstrate effective incorporation of warm-up and cool down activities appropriate to the session and individual | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S4.3 | ||||
| AC5.7 | Demonstrate planning of sessions in different environments [ gym, studio, sports hall, outdoors, client’s home or other confined space | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S4.3 | ||||
| AC5.8 | Demonstrate planning of sessions for both individuals and small groups | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S4.3 | ||||
| LO6 · Be able to deliver an effective lifestyle intervention | |||||||
| AC6.1 | Demonstrate ability to clarify own role, the client’s role, responsibilities and those of any other professionals involved in supporting lifestyle | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S2.2 | ||||
| AC6.2 | Demonstrate application of strategies to identify client’s readiness to change their behaviour considering their ‘stage of change’. | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S2.1 | ||||
| AC6.3 | Demonstrate ability to use evidence-based strategies and techniques to create a positive, motivating and empowering environment that supports clients to participate in exercise | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S2.2 | ||||
| AC6.4 | Demonstrate ability to apply relevant motivational strategies to encourage long term adherence to exercise and other positive lifestyle practices | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S2.2 | ||||
| AC6.5 | Demonstrate ability to recognise personal barriers to exercise and use strategies to overcome them | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S2.2 | ||||
| AC6.6 | Demonstrate ability to set SMART goals linked to client’s individual needs, wants and motivators | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S2.3 | ||||
| AC6.7 | Demonstrate ability to monitor targets, review and evaluate progress; adapting accordingly | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S2.3 | ||||
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| Unit 7 · Deployment of a Personal Trainer (continued) | |||||||
| AC6.8 | Demonstrate ability to apply strategies to maintain contact and motivate clients between sessions | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S2.4 | ||||
| LO7 · Be able to deliver an effective health and wellbeing intervention | |||||||
| AC7.1 | Demonstrate ability to use recognised pre-exercise health screening and risk stratification methods to assess client’s readiness to exercise and potential need to signpost or refer to other specialist exercise professionals and/or medical professionals | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S3.1 | ||||
| AC7.2 | Demonstrate ability to offer advice and guidance within scope of practice to promote positive healthy lifestyle choices | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S3.2 | ||||
| LO8 · Be able to deliver an effective nutrition intervention | |||||||
| AC8.1 | Demonstrate effective use of nutritional assessment tools to identify client’s dietary habits. | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S6.1 | ||||
| AC8.2 | Demonstrate ability to analyse client’s dietary habits and identify areas for improvement within scope of practice | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S6.1 | ||||
| AC8.3 | Demonstrate application of appropriate strategies to educate and encourage clients about healthy eating within scope of practice and current government guidelines | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S6.2 | ||||
| AC8.4 | Demonstrate ability to distinguish between credible and non-credible sources of nutritional information and guidance | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S6.3 | ||||
| AC8.5 | Demonstrate ability to provide clients with appropriate information and signposting according to their individual health and nutrition needs | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S6.3 | ||||
| LO9 · Be able to deliver an effective physical intervention | |||||||
| AC9.1 | Demonstrate ability to apply exercise science to programme design and delivery through consideration musculoskeletal system systems | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S4.5 | ||||
| AC9.2 | Demonstrate ability to apply exercise science to programme design and delivery through consideration of biomechanical systems | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S4.5 | ||||
| AC9.3 | Demonstrate ability to apply exercise science to programme design and delivery through consideration of physiological concepts | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S4.5 | ||||
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| AC9.4 | Demonstrate ability to apply exercise science to programme design through consideration of cardio-respiratory and energy systems | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S4.5 | ||||
| AC9.5 | Demonstrate ability to apply appropriate methods and techniques to facilitate clients’ desired physiological goals | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S1.1 | ||||
| LO10 · Be able to instruct effective exercise technique | |||||||
| AC10.1 | Demonstrate ability to explain and demonstrate exercise technique that are technically correct, safe and appropriate to the individual client | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S5.2 | ||||
| AC10.2 | Demonstrate effective instruction of resistance exercise technique | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S5.1 | ||||
| AC10.3 | Demonstrate effective instruction of functional exercise technique | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S5.1 | ||||
| AC10.4 | Demonstrate effective instruction of flexibility exercise technique | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S5.1 | ||||
| LO11 · Be able to observe and monitor clients during the session to ensure safety and effectiveness | |||||||
| AC11.1 | Demonstrate ability to correct exercise technique to ensure safe and effective alignment, execution and use of equipment | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S5.2 | ||||
| AC11.2 | Demonstrate ability to provide client specific instructing points, feedback, encouragement and reinforcement | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S5.2 | ||||
| AC11.3 | Demonstrate ability to offer alternatives that meet a client’s individual needs and circumstances | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S5.2 | ||||
| AC11.4 | Demonstrate ability to modify and adapt exercises, sessions and programmes for a range of individual needs | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S5.2 | ||||
| LO12 · Be able to review sessions and programme to ensure effective client intervention | |||||||
| AC12.1 | Demonstrate evaluation of sessions against session aims, SMART goals, activities, participant performance, own performance (preparation, delivery) and health and safety. | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S4.4 | ||||
| AC12.2 | Demonstrate review of client goals based on outcomes and revise programme accordingly | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S4.4 | ||||
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| AC12.3 | Demonstrate amends and improvements to future session plans and own performance based on evaluation and feedback from the client | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S4.4 | ||||
| AC12.4 | Demonstrate ability to feedback to client based on review | Skills criterion: evidenced in live practice. | S4.4 | ||||
| Unit 8 · Deployment of a personal training enterprise · Business · F/617/4924 · 6 criteria · usual evidence Business route or Task D | |||||||
| LO1 · Understand business acumen required to successfully deploy a personal training enterprise | |||||||
| AC1.1 | Develop a personal training business plan | Consideration of individual and organisational goals, targets and KPIs Consideration of client-facing services, sales and how to grow a client base Consideration of activities to support business objectives and growth | K10.2 | ||||
| AC1.2 | Develop an effective marketing plan | Consideration of marketing strategies and techniques Consideration of brand awareness and self- promotion) Consideration of market research and planning (SWOT/PEST analysis) Consideration of traditional and modern marketing platforms and social media | K10.1 | ||||
| AC1.3 | Create a financial management plan | Consideration of budgeting: forecasting, sales and targets, profit and loss (gross profit, net gain) and balance sheets, tax and insurance (legislation), financial reporting, self-employed and employed UK requirements) | K10.3 | ||||
| LO2 · Understand how to influence through effective use of information technology | |||||||
| AC2.1 | Evaluate the impact of ethical and legislative practice on the use of information technology | Consideration of current legislation and ethical practice that affects the use of technology [GDPR, intellectual property (IP), patents and copyright] | K7.3 | ||||
| AC2.2 | Evaluate the impact of IT and data on business operations | Consideration of IT systems capabilities: finance and accounting, marketing and sales, records and data management. Consideration of data monitoring and interpretation using a range of systems (e.g. CRM, social media). | K7.1, K7.2 | ||||
| AC2.3 | Evaluate the impact of technological advancements on customer experience to increase physical activity levels, motivation and focus | Consideration of use of technological advancements to support the customer experience and increase physical activity levels, motivation and focus (wearable technology, pedometers, mobile phone applications, gamification) Consideration of Archon Combine as the most relevant fitness testing software | K7.2 | ||||
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| # | Statement | Your comments: give a specific example of what you saw |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The named applicant acts professionally, lawfully and ethically in all aspects of their role as a personal trainer. | |
| 2 | The named applicant consults effectively with clients and assesses their capabilities before planning and delivering any programme. | |
| 3 | The named applicant considers the health and wellbeing of their clients and checks that they are able to participate in exercise before planning programmes. | |
| 4 | The named applicant considers their clients' physical abilities before planning programmes, and helps them to understand the influence of training on their physical capabilities and body. | |
| 5 | The named applicant is able to influence lifestyle changes and motivates clients based on their own unique needs, including helping them to set and monitor goals. | |
| 6 | The named applicant considers clients' nutritional needs and gives guidance and support that is relevant to each client's needs and programme. | |
| 7 | The named applicant creates relevant programme plans, with exercises that meet the client's needs while increasingly challenging them. | |
| 8 | The named applicant motivates clients throughout their programme, giving useful demonstrations and adaptations where needed. | |
| 9 | The named applicant uses excellent communication techniques and technical expertise to support clients throughout their programmes. | |
| 10 | The named applicant helps clients to review the success of their programmes, with a positive impact on their motivation and progress. | |
| 11 | The named applicant understands how to develop business plans, goals, targets, marketing plans and financial management plans, and understands the sales techniques that make a business plan succeed. | |
| 12 | The named applicant understands the impact of ethical and legislative practice on the use of information technology and the impact of IT and data on business operations, and applies technological advances to the customer experience to increase physical activity levels, motivation and focus. |
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| # | Statement | Your comments: give a specific example of what you saw |
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| 1 | My personal trainer acted professionally, and was lawful and ethical in all aspects of their work with me. | |
| 2 | My personal trainer consulted with me and assessed my capabilities before planning and delivering my programme. | |
| 3 | My personal trainer considered my health and wellbeing and checked that I was able to take part in exercise before planning my programme. | |
| 4 | My personal trainer considered my physical abilities before planning my programme and helped me to understand the influence of training on my body. | |
| 5 | My personal trainer influenced lifestyle changes and motivated me based on my own needs, including helping me to set and monitor my goals. | |
| 6 | My personal trainer considered my nutritional needs and gave guidance and support that was relevant to my needs and my programme. | |
| 7 | My personal trainer created a programme plan with exercises that were relevant to my needs while increasingly challenging me. | |
| 8 | My personal trainer motivated me throughout my programme, giving useful demonstrations and adaptations where needed. | |
| 9 | My personal trainer used excellent communication and technical expertise to support me throughout the programme. | |
| 10 | My personal trainer helped me to review the success of my programme and the positive impact it had on my progress and motivation. |
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| Stage | What to include | Your summary | Page in F |
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| Consultation and screening | Date, PAR-Q or screening method, risk stratification outcome | ||
| Lifestyle, health and nutrition assessment | What you assessed and the tools you used | ||
| Physical assessment | Tests used, baseline results | ||
| Goals | SMART goals agreed with the client | ||
| Programme | Length in weeks, number of sessions, training modes and principles applied | ||
| Progression and adaptation | How and why the programme changed over time | ||
| Monitoring and review | Re-test results, client feedback, what changed for the client |
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| Check | Evidence | Yes | No | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main qualification is Level 3 or higher, in sport, exercise or fitness | Evidence A | |||
| Transcript present and shows the content mapped | Evidence B | |||
| PT work within the last two years | Evidence C, D | |||
| Testimonies on the Inspiratus forms, signed, dated, with contact details | Evidence D, E | |||
| At least one testimony author contacted and details confirmed | Record who and when | |||
| Real client programme shows consultation, goals, progression and review | Evidence F | |||
| CPD provided where the main qualification is over three years old | Evidence G to N | |||
| Names on all documents match the learner, or a change is explained | All | |||
| No sign of altered, copied or borrowed evidence | All | |||
| Unit 8 business verified, or Task D report received | Section B |
| Unit | ACs | Met | Not yet | Top up needed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 1 | 16 | |||
| Unit 2 | 4 | |||
| Unit 3 | 5 | |||
| Unit 4 | 4 | |||
| Unit 5 | 13 | |||
| Unit 6 | 4 | |||
| Unit 7 | 61 | |||
| Unit 8 | 6 |
Integrity: what to do when evidence falls short
Refer to the internal quality assurer when
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| Unit | Criteria | What the learner must do | Method | Fee | By when |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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I confirm that the information in this report is authentic and accurate, that all the evidence is my own and genuine, that I have worked with real clients in a real environment, and that my main qualification and other evidence meet the requirements of this qualification. I consent to my claim being sampled by the internal and external quality assurer.
Assessor declaration
I confirm that I have assessed this claim against the published criteria, that the evidence is valid, authentic, current and sufficient for every criterion recorded as met, and that the outcome is my own decision.
Internal quality assurer
I confirm that this claim was sampled under the centre IQA plan and the assessment decisions reviewed.
External quality assurer, where sampled
I confirm that this claim formed part of an external quality assurance sample for Transcend Awards.
What happens after sign off
If you disagree with the decision
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