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HFI Certified Fitness Instructor (CFI) Qualification - Level 2 gym instructor

Certified Fitness Instructor “CFI”

Introductory Information

This qualification is appropriate for those who are seeking to enter the fitness industry as a Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer and who want a qualification with a higher academic recognition, real experience in the fitness industry and with a totally flexible approach to gaining their qualification. There are no pre-requisites for this course. CFI is the preferred fitness qualification for candidates who want to make a start in the fitness industry, whether they are working towards being employed by one of the more reputable health club’s or setting up their own business as a “personal trainer”.

The CFI is mapped to National occupational standards in the context of gym instructing at level 2. Then, as a “qualified” level 2 Instructor you can enter your chosen position in either a “self-employed” or “employed” capacity as an Instructor. Following a period of such work you may then choose to advanced your skills, knowledge and qualifications by taking the higher levels of qualifications with HFI ie the Level 3 Certificate in Personal training and even perhaps the ACSM. the Elite Personal Training Diploma is a carefully chosen combination of recognised industry qualifications (ie level 2 and 3) and advanced knowledge qualification (ie ACSM) and advanced personal training skills (ie CMC and CWC). At each stage you will be able to move onwards with the role you have in the industry.

The totally flexible study allows potential instructors and trainers to progress as quickly or slowly as suits their current commitments. The inclusion of the unique work placement component enables candidates to gain real life experience and a valuable insight into the world of the fitness industry. This will add the essential factor of work experience to the CV which is lacking following other types of “first” fitness qualifications. Such is the reputation of the CFI, candidates often obtain employment while studying, on condition that they pass their exam! The CFI qualification is also the best route towards the ASCM level qualification for personal trainers and also a route towards academic study of this is an option for the candidate. The ACSM is renowned as the highest level of fitness qualification world-wide, the Gold Standard among health and fitness credentials by which all others are compared.

Aspiring Instructors/Trainers:
“CFI” – HFI Certified Fitness Instructor

Benefits:
· REPs Level 2 gym instructor qualification
· Recognised by employers
· Allows you to obtain public liability insurance you require as a fitness instructor/personal trainer
· Study can begin at any time regardless of the workshop dates you attend
· Highly regarded qualification as high quality practical and academic levels
· Thorough practical components which covers all the skills required in the trainer’s role
· Actual industry experience and personal assistance in starting your career as a trainer – whether you want to be a self-employed trainer or employed as a fitness instructor/trainer – this unique and essential factor will distinguish you from other newly qualified trainers
· Unique approach the learning and scientific thinking provides deeper understanding of the topic and practical application to your clients
· Free individual job location service to leading to employment
· Personal tuition from the our network of leaders both in the fitness industry and academic research, to give you a well-balanced view of the fitness industry - not just the fitness industry’s view of itself!
· Flexible study and preparation plan – at an intensity suit your other commitments, takes a few weeks or a few months if you prefer
· Fairly price considering the quality of tuition
· The best preparation for your career in fitness and personal training, whether you are to be employed or setting up your own business
· Prepares candidates for the HFI Personal Training Skills Qualification which includes the ACSM certified Personal Trainer “PTS / ACSM cPT” and the ACSM Advanced Personal Trainer Qualification (“ACSM HFI”)
· Distinguished from other fitness qualifications as the most up-to-date information used and truly is an evidence-based* qualification (*based on the most up-to-date and sound science unlike many training courses within the fitness industry)
· Can lead to university acceptance (at BSc and MSc level) without other additional qualifications
· Advances candidates to the ACSM qualifications and towards degrees more effectively than any other qualification.

Consists of:
1. Home Study
2. 5 day workshop/online/or combination
3. Work placement (100 hours) -optional
4. First aid qualification (1 day)
5. Exam (1 1/2 hour practical and a theory paper and short assignments)

The process of recognition as a Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer consists of becoming qualification and gaining industry experience so, for this reason, the CFI qualification includes actual industry work experience as one of its components.

Some comments from our CFI graduates:
“By far the best personal trainer course there is”
“I feel like I am really beginning to actually understand things, they don’t just tell you right and wrong they give you reasons and the tools to understand these reasons!”
“I have the confidence to work with clients now, even just after my first qualification with HFI!”
“I feel I have the knowledge to make my own decisions about fitness with all the myths and gimmicks out there in the industry”

What is involved in the HFI Certified Fitness Instructor?
1. Home study – a duration depending on your previous background, the point when you sign up for the workshop and the time you have available each week. There is a series of books, which are required to enable the correct information to be studied. The home study can be completed before or after the workshop. Or some can be done before and some after the workshop. Some people do not start studying until after the workshop, some do a little before and some after and some do all the study before the workshop. Reviewing the syllabus in the brochure can give you a good idea about the content and the depth of study required for this qualification. The length of time people spend on this self-study depends on their previous experience in this field, the rate of learning and the amount of time they have available each week. A typical amount of study time varies from 4 weeks to about 6 months. The practical skills are taught at the workshop with ample time for practice. These are also developed as a part of the work placement.
2. The 5-day workshop/online/combination. This workshop consists of some sit-down lectures and some practical skills sessions. Participants can attend the workshop at any stage of their home study period, i.e. after no study at all or after an extended period of study.
3. 100 hours of (optional) work placement is carried out at a site and at an intensity to suit each candidates situation. This actual “industry experience” is an added value of the CFI qualification and is essential for development into a skilled professional. Personal assistance is available to arrange this. We have a network of health clubs where we can help you to arrange your work placement. If you have enrolled on the course, information about the content of the CFI is added to the candidates CV to make them more attractive to potential work placement companies. In some cases this can lead to paid employment even still while you are studying. Some people complete the placement prior to the workshop and some complete placement following the workshop. When the placement is completed before the workshop the exam can be taken immediately following the workshop, or the exam can be taken following more home study if a more gradual plan is preferred.
4. First Aid Qualification – This 1 day course gives the requirement for a fitness professional and also shows dedication by the candidate to their new career path to potential work placement employers. The first aid qualification is necessary for maintenance of the CFI qualification and to obtain public liability insurance.
5. 1 day exam comprised of theory and practical elements, testing the competencies and knowledge involved in fitness instructing and personal training. See the syllabus below.

What is the content?

All requirements of the level 2 certificate in fitness instructing (gym)
· Anatomy, Physiology
· Kinesiology and Biomechanics
· Exercise Physiology
· Components of Fitness
· Communication Skills and Fitness Consultations
· Exercise Leadership, Planning and Instructing the Exercise Session
· Introduction to Exercise Programming
· Health and Safety Issues, including Pre-Exercise Screening, Risk Assessments and Emergency Procedures.
· Promoting and Supporting Participants in Developing Health and Fitness through Exercise
· Answering Clients Questions, Helping with Client Problems, Advice Giving, Information Exchange, Handling Clients Complaints and Disagreements and Gym Floor Contacts
· Developing your own Coaching Practice
· Code of Ethics
First Aid Qualification

For a complete syllabus go to the end of this page or to the syllabus section of the webiste.

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**Home study may be completed prior to, after or both before and after the workshop. *Work experience may be attained prior, after, or part before and part after the workshop.

Certified Fitness Instructor (CFI)– Resource Information
Essential resources are required for study for the CFI. These are listed below:
1. ACSM’s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription
2. Fitness and Health - Sharkey
3. Anatomy and physilogy made incredibly easy
4. Sport Stretch
5. Essentials of Exercise Physiology, McArdle
6. Kinetic Anatomy, Benke
7. Strength Training Anatomy

Books are updated or replaced from time to time – please ensure you have the correct book list for your course.
These are listed in the books section of this web site.

Certified Fitness Instructor (CFI) – Examination Information

The CFI examination is comprised of both theory and practical elements to give an all-round assessment of the knowledge and skill an instructor/trainer requires.
The theory exam is a 3-hour multiple-choice paper drawn from the Certified Fitness Instructor KSA (knowledge, skills and abilities) syllabus which is available in full at the end of this brochure and in the syllabus section of the web site. The table below lists the approximate distribution of questions from each of the general areas in the table.

Topic Area
Anatomy, Physiology and Biomechanics
Exercise Physiology
Pathophysiology and special populations
Behaviour change and psychology
Screening and Fitness Testing
Safety and Injury Prevention
Exercise Programming
Nutrition and Weight Management
Exercise Leadership and Code of Ethics

The practical examination is a total of 60-90 minutes. As with the written examination, competencies are based on the CFI KSA.

Theory Exam – Summary of Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
1 Anatomy and Physiology
Knowledge of anatomy as it relates to exercise.
2 Screening
Knowledge of screening using ACSM risk stratification procedures and including decision making regarding clients requirements for medical referral prior to exercise and limitations to exercise intensity.
3 Exercise Physiology
Basic knowledge of exercise physiology as it relates to exercise prescription.
4 Special Populations
Basic knowledge of the physiology of the development of common diseases that affect exercise participants, the effects of exercise on the condition and general exercise adaptations required.
5 Exercise Programming
Knowledge of recommended intensity, duration, frequency and type of physical activity necessary for development of cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular strength/endurance and flexibility (ACSM guidelines).
6 Exercise Leadership
Knowledge of how to lead a client through exercise safely and effectively while enhancing motivation and confidence.
7 Nutrition
Knowledge of nutrition and how it affects health and weight.
8 Safety
Knowledge or risk assessment prior to exercise session, injury prevention and emergency procedures. All CFI certified candidates possess current first aid qualification at the time of certification and are required maintain this qualification to validate with CFI Certificate.
9 Human Behaviour Psychology
Knowledge of motivation and confidence and how the fitness instructors verbal and behavioural approach can influence these factors within a client.
10 Code of Ethics / Professional standards
Knowledge of what is best practice for professionals in the fitness industry by reflecting on the core values of rights, relationships, responsibilities and standards.

Work Placement Skills Logs Book

Candidiates will complete a skills log as they go through their 100 hours of work placement which is to be handed in as part of their final assessment.

Work Placement Assignment

1 Screening
How to screen a client using risk factor and health status information.

2 Communication Skills
Questioning and listening skills during a pre-exercise consultation. Communicating in a way, which enhances client motivation and confidence.

3 Negotiation Skills
Involving the client in motivation building, goal-setting and programming decisions.

4 Exercise Programming
Putting together a safe and effective exercise programme based on clients goals and preferences. Fine tuning the exercise programme based on the clients first experiences trying out the exercises.

Practical Exam – Summary of Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1 Safety
Preparations required prior to an exercise session to maximize safety and minimise risk.

2 Instructing
Teaching exercise techniques and intensities for cardiovascular, resistance and flexibility exercise.

Certified Fitness Instructor – SYLLABUS - KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

Topic Areas
–.1 Anatomy, Physiology and Biomechanics
–.2 Exercise Physiology
–.3 Human Development and Ageing
–.4 Pathophysiology and Risk Factors
–.5 Human Behaviour and Psychology
–.6 Health Appraisal and Fitness Testing
_ 7 Fitness Consultations
–.8 Safety and Injury Prevention
–.9 Exercise Programming
–.10 Nutrition and Weight Management
_11 Exercise Leadership, Coaching and the Exercise Session
_12 Code of Ethics

1.0 ANATOMY, PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOMECHANICS
1. Knowledge of the basic structures of bone, skeletal muscle, and connective tissues.
2. The long and short term effects of exercise on bone and synovial joints.
3. Types of muscular contraction and how voluntary muscles contract.
4. Long and short term effects of exercise on muscles.
5. Knowledge of the basic anatomy of the cardiovascular system and respiratory system.
6. The short and long term effects of exercise on the heart, lungs and the circulatory system.
7. Ability to identify the major bones and muscles. Major muscles include, but are not limited to, the following: trapezius, pectoralis major, latissimus dorsi, biceps, triceps, rectus abdominis, internal and external obliques, erector spinae, gluteus maximus, quadriceps, hamstrings, adductors, abductors, and gastrocnemius.
8. Knowledge of the definition of the following terms: supination, pronation, flexion, extension, adduction, abduction, hyperextension, rotation, circumduction, agonist, antagonist, and stabilizer.
9. Ability to identify the joints of the body and know their ranges of motion.
10. Knowledge of biomechanical aspects of exercise participation. The effect of speed on posture, alignment and intensity. The effects of levers, gravity and resistance on exercise.
11. Knowledge to identify the primary action and joint range of motion for each major muscle group.
12. Ability to describe the following curvatures of the spine: lordosis, scoliosis, and kyphosis.
13. Knowledge of and skill to demonstrate exercises designed to enhance muscular strength and/or endurance of specific major muscle groups.
14. Knowledge of and skill to demonstrate exercises for enhancing musculoskeletal flexibility.
15. Knowledge to describe the myotatic stretch reflex.

2.0 EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY
1. Ability to define aerobic and anaerobic metabolism.
2. Knowledge of the role of aerobic and anaerobic energy systems in the performance of various activities.
3. Knowledge of the following terms: ischemia, angina pectoris, tachycardia, bradycardia, arrhythmia, myocardial infarction, cardiac output, stroke volume, lactic acid, oxygen consumption, hyperventilation, systolic blood pressure, diastolic blood pressure, and anaerobic threshold.
4. Knowledge of the role of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins and fuels for aerobic and anaerobic metabolism.
5. Knowledge of the components of fitness: cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and body composition.
6. Knowledge to describe the normal cardiorespiratory responses to static and dynamic exercise in terms of heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen consumption.
7. Knowledge of how heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen consumption responses change with adaptation of chronic exercise training.
8. Knowledge of the physiological adaptations associated with strength training.
9. Ability to identify and apply to both groups and individuals methods used to monitor exercise intensity, including heart rate and rating of perceived exertion.
10. Knowledge of the physiological principles related to warm-up and cool-down.
11. Knowledge of the common theories of muscle fatigue and delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS).
12. Describe the blood pressure responses associated with exercise and changes in body position.

3.0 HUMAN DEVELOPMENT AND AGEING
1. Describe the changes that occur in older adulthood for the following areas: skeletal muscle, reaction and movement time, coordination, maximal oxygen consumption, strength, flexibility, body composition, resting and maximal heart rate, resting and maximal blood pressure.
2. Knowledge of the benefits and precautions associated with resistance and endurance training in older adults.
3. Describe common orthopaedic and cardiovascular considerations of older participants and what modifications in exercise prescription are indicated.

4.0 PATHOPHYSIOLOGY/RISK FACTORS
1. Knowledge of cardiovascular, respiratory, metabolic, and musculoskeletal risk factors that may require further evaluation by medical before participation in physical activity.
2. Knowledge to define the following terms: total cholesterol (TC),high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), TC/HDL-C ration, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), triglycerides, hypertension, and atherosclerosis.
3. Ability to describe risk factors for coronary artery disease.
4. Ability to describe major signs or symptoms suggestive of cardiovascular and pulmonary disease.

5.0 HUMAN BEHAVIOUR AND PSYCHOLOGY
1. Ability to identify and define at least three behavioural strategies to enhance exercise behaviour change (i.e., reinforcement, goal setting, social support).
2. Knowledge of factors associated with exercise adherence.
3. Define extrinsic and intrinsic reinforcement and give examples of each.
4. Knowledge of the concept of ambivalence.
5. Knowledge of a range of common motives and barriers to participation in physical activity.
6. How to negotiate objectives for the session based upon collected information and client preferences.
7. Selecting activities and teaching styles that will help the participants achieve the planned objectives.
8. How to give progressive fitness advice and offer it in gym-based sessions.

6.0 SCREENING, EXERCISE AND HEALTH.
1. The health benefits of exercise.
2. Effects of diet and smoking on health.
3. Knowledge of the importance of screening prior to physical activity.
4. Knowledge of the PAR-Q as the minimum requirement for screening for moderate exercise intensities.
5. Knowledge of the value of a medical clearance prior to exercise participation and reasons for temporary deferral from exercise.
6. Ability to determine those risk factors that may be favourably modified by physical activity habits.
7. Ability to conduct a screening process and risk stratification according to ACSM guidelines.
8. Skill to measure pulse rate accurately both at rest and during exercise.
9. Skill to coach clients to use the RPE method of self-monitoring their exercise intensity.
10. Ability to administer an informed consent for exercise training.
11. Ability to make sure information is accurate and up-to-date. Analyse the information, maintain confidentiality. Refer on if necessary.
12. Ability to assess exercise skill level of participant relative to the exercise proposed.
13. Ability to use evaluations and action plans of other sessions to help structure current session.
14. Ability to identify signs and symptoms indicating the needs to stop the exercise session.

7.0 FITNESS CONSULTATIONS: INITIAL AND FOLLOW-UP
Content and skill to administer the initial client consultation:
1. Ability to introduce oneself and set the scene for the session.
2. Ability to make the client feel at ease and welcome.
3. Ability and skill to help the client to explore the pros and cons of exercise for them.
4. Ability and skill to negotiate the basis of the first exercise programme with the client.
5. Ability and skill to help the client to set realistic short and long term goals for their first 4 weeks of exercise.
6. Ability and skill to help the client work through some relapse prevention techniques.
7. Ability and skill to sum up the session.
8. Ability and skill to negotiate their next consultation booking, their next gym booking and any tracking/motivational options they might find useful.
9. Ability and skill to demonstrate empathy throughout the consultation.
10. Ability to exchange information with the client if appropriate.

8.0 SAFETY, INJURY PREVENTION, AND EMERGENCY CARE
1. Knowledge of and skill in obtaining basic life support and cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification (covered in the first aid qualification).
2. Knowledge of appropriate emergency procedures (i.e., telephone procedures, written emergency procedures, personnel responsibilities, reporting procedures and possible problems encountered) in the exercise setting.
3. Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements (Health and Safety at Work Act) and environment issues that are relevant to the activities you are planning and the resources you will be using and reporting procedures.
4. Knowledge of types of illnesses and injuries and basic first aid procedures for exercise-related injuries and those likely within an exercise setting, such as bleeding, strains/sprains, fractures, and exercise intolerance (dizziness, syncope, heat injury).
5. Knowledge of basic precautions taken in an exercise setting to ensure participant safety.
6. Health and Safety and risk assessment check which must be carried out and how to deal with these risks.
7. Ability to identify the physical and physiological signs and symptoms of overtraining.
8. Ability to list the effects of temperature, humidity, altitude, and pollution on the physiological response to exercise.
9. Knowledge of the following terms: shin splints, sprain, strain, tennis elbow, bursitis, stress fracture, tendonitis, patellar femoral pain syndrome, low back pain, plantar fasciitis, and rotator cuff tendonitis.
10. Ensure sufficient space for safe exercise performance. Including avoiding other activities happening at the same time.
11. Safe manual handling techniques
12. Safe storage of equipment (including free weights).
13. What to look for when checking equipment.
14. Knowledge of the components of an equipment maintenance/repair program and how it may be used to evaluate the condition of exercise equipment to reduce the potential risk of injury.
15. The manufacturers guidelines and organisations guidelines for maintenance and replacement of equipment.
16. Knowledge about how to ensure the environment and the equipment is left in a condition acceptable for future use.
17. Follow correct health and safety procedures for any unsafe equipment.
18. Pass on suggestions for improving health and safety to a competent person or agency.
19. Supervise the clients’ departure in a manner appropriate to the situation and with due regard to their safety.

9.0 EXERCISE PROGRAMMING
1. Ability to differentiate between the amount of physical activity required for health benefits and the amount of exercise required for fitness development.
2. Know the range of different types of physical activity available for fitness and health benefits.
3. Knowledge of the goals of the designated programme that you are helping to deliver.
4. Ability to thoroughly plan and prepare for sessions
5. Make sure the objectives are consistent with accepted good practice in the industry.
6. How to collect information needed to plan the session.
7. Ability to identify the resources needed for the session. Provide appropriate and sufficient equipment for the session.
8. Make sure the objectives are consistent with your own level of competence.
9. Ability to recognise proper and improper technique in the use of cardiovascular conditioning equipment (e.g., steps, cycles, treadmill).
10. Knowledge of the principles of overload, specificity, and progression and how they relate to exercise programming.
11. Knowledge of the recommended intensity, duration, frequency, and type of physical activity necessary for development of cardiorespiratory fitness in an apparently healthy population.
12. Skill to teach clients how to monitor intensity of cardiovascular exercise using heart rate and rating of perceived exertion. Skill to adjust the intensity of the exercise session.
13. Knowledge to describe the various types of cardiovascular exercise modes: interval, continuous, and circuit training programs.
14. Ability to calculate training heart rates using two methods: percent of age-predicted maximum heart rate and heart rate reserve (Karvonen).
15. Skill to teach cardiovascular exercise progression.
16. Skill to teach and demonstrate appropriate exercises used in the cardiorespiratory warm-up and cool-down.
17. Ability to describe exercises designed to enhance muscular strength and/or endurance of specific major muscle groups.
18. Knowledge of the following terms: progressive resistance, isotonic/isometric, concentric, eccentric, atrophy, hypertrophy, sets, repetitions, plyometrics, Valsalva manoeuvre.
19. Skill to teach clients how to monitor intensity of resistance exercise using rating of perceived exertion. Skill to adjust the intensity of the exercise session.
20. Skill to teach resistance exercise progression for a particular exercise.
21. Ability to teach a progression of exercises for all major muscle groups to improve muscular strength and endurance.
22. Use proper and recognise improper technique in the use of resistance machines, resistive equipment such as stability balls, weights, bands, benches, collars, resistance bars and floor mats
23. Ability to describe exercises designed to enhance flexibility development specific major muscle groups.
24. Skill to teach clients how to monitor intensity of flexibility exercise. Skill to adjust the intensity of the exercise session.
25. Skill to teach flexibility exercise progression.
26. Ability to modify exercises (cardiovascular, resistance and flexibility) for apparently healthy persons of various fitness levels and experience levels.
27. Ability to evaluate specific exercises in terms of safety and effectiveness for various participants.
28. Skill to teach and demonstrate appropriate modifications in specific exercises for the following groups: older adults, pregnant and postnatal women, obese persons, and persons with low back pain.
29. Ability to break movements down to their component parts and then build them up to develop participant skill (for cardiovascular, resistance, and flexibility exercise).
30. Skill to demonstrate the proper form, alignment, and technique in typical exercises used in the warm-up, cardiovascular, cool-down, resistance, and flexibility phases of the session.
31. Safe and effective alignment of exercise positions and now to ensure the participant is improving their skill.
32. Understand the effect of speed on posture, alignment and intensity
33. Knowledge of the ordering of exercise programmes (cardiovascular, resistance, flexibility).
34. Plan realistic timings, recovery time and sequences for the activities.
35. The programme/session card and how to record plans on it
36. Ability to lead the client in the gym through the components of an exercise programme (i.e., warm-up, aerobic stimulus phase, cool-down, muscular strength/endurance, flexibility).
37. How to coach participants to enter, use and exit machines safely.
38. How to ensure there is an effective balance of instruction, activity and discussion within the session.
39. How to structure a general introduction to the gym
40. How to make the session enjoyable.

10.0 NUTRITION AND WEIGHT MANAGEMENT
1. Knowledge to define the following terms: obesity, overweight, percent fat, lean body mass and body fat distribution.
2. Knowledge of the macronutrients.
3. Knowledge of the relationship between body composition and health.
4. Knowledge of the effects of diet plus exercise, diet alone, and exercise alone as methods for modifying body composition.
5. Knowledge of the importance of an adequate daily energy intake for healthy weight management.
6. Ability to describe the importance of maintaining normal hydration before, during, and after exercise.
7. Ability to describe the myths and consequences associated with inappropriate weight loss methods (e.g., saunas, vibrating belts, body wraps, electric simulators, sweat suits, fad diets).
8. Knowledge of the number of kilocalories in one gram of carbohydrate, fat, protein, and alcohol.
9. Knowledge of the number of kilocalories equivalent to losing 1 pound of body fat.

11.0 EXERCISE LEADERSHIP AND COACHING SKILLS. (Exercise Sessions, Gym contacts and communication).Understanding the importance of participant care in all gym appointments and contacts
1. Provide the participants with opportunities to reflect on what they have learned and apply this to their performance
2. Help people to feel at ease and welcome
3. Providing information when appropriate
4. Dealing with participants problems
5. Empathy and listening
6. Develop a rapport and encourage people to feel comfortable in asking questions
7. Handling disagreements
8. Dealing with complaints
9. Correcting technique appropriately
10. Gym floor contacts to increase motivation and confidence
11. Evaluating your coaching during the session (reviewing evaluations, identifying areas to develop your practice, record a personal action plan for development and keeping up to date with developments in exercise instruction).
12. Management of the session, including health/safety and welfare issues
13. Being able to coach individual sessions or small group inductions.

12.0 CODE OF ETHICS / PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS
1. Knowledge of what is best practice for professionals in the fitness industry by reflecting on the core values of rights, relationships, responsibilities and standards.
2. Appropriate presentation in terms of attire and demeanour.

The full syllabus for the higher levels of qualification (ACSM cPT and ACSM HFI) can be found in the syllabus section of this website.

Setting up your Personal Training Business

Personal Training is one of the fastest growing and lucrative careers in the exercise field. You can set yourself up as a Personal Trainer at anytime following your first qualification, but you should ensure you have sufficient experience for this. HFI can advise you about how to get started as self-employed personal trainer. For information about how to set up your business contact the NoSweat Academy Team on 020 7231 3981 5 or 07799 621 456 or go to www.nosweatacademy.com

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