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Level 3 Designing Pre and Post Natal Exercise Programmes – online course and home prepared work to hand in.

This qualification provides fitness instructors with the skills and knowledge they need to design safe and effective exercise programmes for pre and post natal women.

Pre-requisites:

Learners must hold a Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing.

The Designing Pre and Post Natal Exercise Programme covers

 ·       Physical activity and health considerations for the pre and post natal client

·       Design and implement exercise programmes for the pre and post natal client

The qualification is called the Active IQ Level 3 Award in Designing Pre and Post Natal Exercise Programmes and but may also provide the underpinning knowledge for other accredited qualifications.

£245.00

The assessment for the Active IQ Level 3 Award in Designing Pre and Post Natal Exercise Programmes includes:

 ·       Unit 1 - Worksheet

·       Unit 2 - Externally set, internally marked case study

 

Further Information and Syllabus - Level 3 Award in Designing Pre and Post Natal Exercise Programmes

Unit 1 K/600/2595

Unit Title: Physical activity and health considerations for the pre and post natal client

Level: 3 Credit Value: 2

Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment Criteria

The learner can:

1. Understand the benefits of physical activity for pre and post natal clients

1.1 Explain the value of physical activity for pre and post natal clients to include:-

• Maintenance of fitness levels

• Increased body awareness and improved posture

• Prevention of low back pain

• Weight control

• Faster post natal recovery

• Reported easier pregnancy and delivery

2. Know the physiological and biomechanical changes that take place during pregnancy

2.1 Summarise the three trimesters

2.2 Describe the physiological and biomechanical changesassociated with each trimester to include:

• the circulatory system

• the respiratory system

• the musculoskeletal system

• the metabolic and hormonal systems

2.3 Explain the implications of these changes for the client taking part in physical activity

3. Understand the key considerations for pre and post natal clients

participating in physical activity

3.1 List the contraindications to physical activity during and after pregnancy

3.2 Explain the guidelines for referral

3.3 Identify the warning signs that indicate the client should stop exercising

3.4 Explain how to respond to these warning signs

3.5 Describe the key considerations when developing an effective working relationship with pre and post natal clients

3.6 List the types of real and perceived barriers that pre and post natal clients may have about participating in physical activity

3.7 Describe ways in which these barriers can be overcome.

4. Know the nutritional requirements for pre and post natal clients

4.1 Explain the importance of a balanced diet for pre and post natal clients with particular reference to the importance of:

• avoiding dramatic weight loss during pregnancy

• increasing maternal caloric intake to support the

breast feeding process

4.2 List the sources of food which are important for pre and post natal clients

4.3 List the foods which should be avoided during pregnancy and the reasons for these

4.4 Explain the reasons why pre and post natal clients should keep hydrated and avoid hot and or humid conditions

 

Unit aim(s) To demonstrate an understanding of:

• The benefits of physical activity for pre and post natal clients

• The physiological and biomechanical changes associated with pregnancy

• The key considerations for pre and post natal clients taking part in physical activity

• The nutritional requirements for pre and post natal clients

Details of the national occupational standards or other sources that have been used to inform unit development (if appropriate)

D443 Adapt a physical activity programme to the needs of pre and post natal clients K1, K2, K3, K4, K5, K6, K7, K8, K9, K13, K16, K18, K19, K20, K21, K22,

Assessment requirements specified by a sector or regulatory body (if appropriate)

Worksheet

 

 

Unit 2 M/600/2596 Unit Title: Design and implement exercise programmes for the pre and post natal client

Level: 3 Credit Value: 3

 Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment Criteria

The learner can:

1. Collect information and select appropriate activities with the pre or post natal client

1.1 Explain the importance of pre activity screening for pre and post natal clients

1.2 Identify information to be collected by a fitness professional to include:

• lifestyle

• medical and pregnancy history

• physical activity history

• attitude and motivation

• exercise preferences

• barriers to exercise (perceived or actual)

• current level of fitness

1.3 Collect information about the pre or post natal  client selecting appropriate methods.

1.4 Interpret the information gathered from the screening process and identify any reasons for referral.

1.5 Record information in an effective manner with:

• accuracy

• appropriate to the interview and/ or

questionnaire results

1.6 Observe the legal and ethical responsibilities regarding screening, client records and confidentiality.

1.7 Identify sources of information and advice when working with pre and post natal clients

1.8 Select activities that are appropriate to the pre or post natal client taking into consideration the clients:

• health status and any contraindications

• injury status and any specific recommended adaptations if appropriate

• any other precautions identified during client consultation

 

2. Design an individualised, safe and effective exercise programme for pre or

post natal clients

2.1 Apply the principles of FITT (Frequency, Intensity, Time and Type) to the design of an exercise programme during the:

• 1st trimester

• 2nd trimester

• 3rd trimester

• Recovery from pregnancy

2.2 Select appropriate types of activity for the client and the stage of pregnancy

2.3 List the types of activity which should be avoided for:

• Pre natal clients

• Post natal clients and explain the reasons for avoiding these.

2.4 Identify any alternatives or modifications specific to the individual client needs for:

• individual exercises

• equipment selection

• programme content

2.5 Describe the guidelines on stretching for:

• Pre natal clients

• Post natal clients

2.6 Explain the importance of pelvic floor exercises

2.7 Explain the importance of not exercising to exhaustion and how to avoid this.

3. Record the individualised exercise programme for the pre or post natal client

3.1 Record the programme in an appropriate format ensuring that the information is usable to the pre or post natal client

4. Identify and manage specific risks to the pre or post natal client when participating in physical activity

4.1 Identify any specific risks for the pre or post natal client when participating in physical activity related to :-

• Stage of pregnancy

• Type of activity

• Equipment

• Environment

4.2 Describe ways to manage the identified risks

 

Unit aim(s) To demonstrate an understanding and application of

• Collecting information and agreeing appropriate activities for the pre or post natal client

• Designing an individualised, safe and effective exercise programme for pre and post natal clients

• Identifying and managing specific risks to the pre and post natal client when participating in physical activity

Details of the national occupational standards or other sources that have been used to inform unit development (if appropriate) D443 Adapt a physical activity programme to the needs of pre and post natal clients K3, K4, K5, K6, K7, K8, K9, K10, K11, K12, K13, K14, K15, K16, K17, K20, K21,

Assessment requirements specified by asector or regulatory body (if appropriate)

Externally set internally marked case study

 

 

Active IQ Level 3 Award in Designing Pre and Post Natal Exercise Programmes

Qualification 

Accreditation number – (QCF) 500/6776/X

Unit 1

This unit is internally assessed using a worksheet consisting of 14 questions. In order to achieve a pass a minimum of 38 marks must be achieved.

Unit 2

This unit is internally assessed using a theoretical case study consisting of

• Questions

• Session Plans

• Risk Assessment

Session Plans

These can be done in the context of Gym and Group Exercise

Learners should choose the most appropriate session plan for their context and each session should include:

• warm-up minimum 3 minutes using any cardiovascular equipment or exercises(mobility and

dynamic stretches may be included in the warm up).

• cardiovascular minimum of 3 different forms of cardiovascular equipment or exercises to be included

over the 3 sessions

• 8-10 resistance based exercise – these can be machine-based, free weight, cable or body weight / body conditioning exercises.

• cool-down minimum 3 minutes using a different piece of cardiovascular equipment or exercises than the warm-up (stretches of identified shortened musculature may be included in the cool down).

A mark sheet is provided and learners must achieve a minimum of 43 marks to pass.