Learner name:
Learner number:
VTCT Level 2 Diploma in Exercise and
Fitness Instruction – Gym-based Exercise
SP2D1
Assessment Record
603/0242/2
SP2D1F_v1
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Qualification at a glanceThis is an Assessment Record which should be used to record the results of summative assessments and other requirements attached to this qualification. The Assessment Record should be completed by assessors to confirm that the learner has achieved all mandatory and the specified number of optional units. This Assessment Record also confirms the grade achieved by the learner in each assessment element of the qualification. The overall qualification grade is also recorded here, as well as confirmation that all qualification requirements have been met.
This Assessment Record must be used alongside the Qualification Specification SP2D1 - VTCT Level 2 Diploma in Exercise and Fitness Instruction – Gym-based Exercise, which outlines the full qualification requirements and content.
This can be located under the documents tab on the SP2D1 - VTCT Level 2 Diploma in Exercise and Fitness Instruction – Gym-based Exercise webpage on www.vtct.org.uk.
Qualification title VTCT Level 2 Diploma in Exercise and Fitness Instruction – Gym-based Exercise
Qualification number 603/0242/2
VTCT product code SP2D1
First registration date 1 August 2017
Age range 16-18, 19+
Total qualification time (TQT)
548
Guided learning (GL) hours
365
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Assessment To be awarded this qualification, learners must successfully achieve the following assessments:• Externally set and internally marked graded practical assessments
(50% of qualification grade)• Externally set and marked examinations (30% of qualification
grade)• Externally set and internally marked graded synoptic assessment
(20% of qualification grade)• Portfolio of evidence (does not contribute to the overall
qualification grade)
Grading • Mandatory units in this qualification are graded Fail/Pass/Merit/Distinction
• Optional units are graded Fail/Pass• The overall qualification is graded Fail/Pass/Merit/Distinction/
Distinction*
Performance table points
This qualification has been approved by the Department for Education (DfE) for teaching to 16-19 year olds from September 2017
This qualification will be reported in the tech level category of the 2019 16-19 performance tables
Entry requirements There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification
Support materials Sample assessment materials can be downloaded from the VTCT website (www.vtct.org.uk)
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To be awarded the Level 2 Diploma in Exercise and Fitness Instruction – Gym-based Exercise, learners must achieve all mandatory units and two optional units.
Learners must achieve a Pass (or higher) grade in:
• All mandatory units• All selected optional units• The external examinations• The graded synoptic assessment
The minimum TQT required to achieve this qualification is 548.
Qualification structure
VTCT product code
Unit title Level GLUnit number
Mandatory units
USP105M Anatomy and physiology for exercise and health 2 60 Y/615/0922
USP52MHealth, safety and welfare in a fitness environment
2 16 M/507/5599
USP53M Principles of exercise, fitness and health 2 35 D/507/5601
USP54M Planning gym-based exercise 2 24 K/507/5603
USP55M Instructing gym-based exercise 2 42 M/507/5604
USP107MCustomer service and client support in health and fitness
2 50 H/615/0924
USP106M Leading inductions to gym equipment 2 30 D/615/0923
USP108MLeading group-based activities in a gym-based environment
2 30 K/615/0925
USP109M Social media marketing in health and fitness 3 25 M/615/0926
USP110M Products and technology in health and fitness 3 25 T/615/0927
Qualification structure
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VTCT product code
Unit title Level GLUnit number
Optional units
USP113XPlanning and implementing promotional activities
3 50 L/615/0934
USP61X Planning studio cycling sessions1 2 10 D/507/5615
USP62X Instructing studio cycling sessions1 2 18 K/507/5617
USP63X Planning kettlebell training sessions2 2 10 T/507/5619
USP64X Instructing kettlebell training sessions2 2 18 K/507/5620
USP65X Planning suspension training sessions3 2 10 T/507/5622
USP66X Instructing suspension training sessions3 2 18 F/507/5624
USP67X Planning a circuit training session4 2 10 J/507/5625
USP68X Instructing a circuit training session4 2 18 Y/507/5628
N.B:
1 = Must be taken together
2 = Must be taken together
3 = Must be taken together
4 = Must be taken together
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Achievement recordThis should be completed by assessors to confirm that the learner has achieved a Pass (or higher) grade in all mandatory and the specified number of optional units. Completion of additional qualification requirements including the service portfolio and any employer/industry practitioner assessments should also be confirmed here.
Unit Achievement
Unit codeDate achieved
Learner signature
Assessor initials
IQA signature (if sampled)
Mandatory units
USP105M
USP52M
USP53M
USP54M
USP55M
USP106M
USP107M
USP108M
USP109M
USP110M
Optional units
USP113X
USP61X
USP62X
USP63X
USP64X
USP65X
USP66X
USP67X
USP68X
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Service portfolio completedYes No
Assessor LearnerSignature Date
Signature Date
IQA (if sampled) EQA (if sampled)Signature Date
Signature Date
Meaningful employer involvement requirement completed
Yes No
Full details and guidance on the VTCT requirement for employer involvement in the assessment can be found in section 5.7 of the Qualification Specification SP2D1 - VTCT Level 2 Diploma in Exercise and Fitness Instruction – Gym-based Exercise.
Description of employer/industry practitioner involvement in assessment:
Assessor LearnerSignature Date
Signature Date
IQA (if sampled) EQA (if sampled)Signature Date
Signature Date
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Record of grades achievedVTCT has graded this qualification by allocating points to three separate assessment elements; the graded practical assessment in units, external examinations and the graded synoptic assessment. VTCT has weighted these assessments according to their relative difficulty (level) and demand (size). The three assessment elements are:
1. Graded practical assessment
2. External examinations
3. Graded synoptic assessment
Assessors should record the grades achieved in each assessment element by completing each section.
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1. Graded practical assessmentAll practical mandatory units are graded. Grades awarded for units are based on practical skills observed in performance assessments. Assessors should record the grade achieved by circling the appropriate grade column here. Once all mandatory units have been completed, assessors should add the points achieved for each unit together to calculate the total points for the graded practical assessment.
Practical assessment
Mandatory units Fail Pass Merit Distinction
USP105M 0 N/A N/A N/A
USP52M 0 N/A N/A N/A
USP53M 0 N/A N/A N/A
USP54M 0 120 144 168
USP55M 0 210 252 294
USP107M 0 N/A N/A N/A
USP106M 0 150 180 210
USP108M 0 150 180 210
USP109M 0 N/A N/A N/A
USP110M 0 N/A N/A N/A
Total points
Assessor LearnerSignature Date
Signature Date
IQA (if sampled) EQA (if sampled)Signature Date
Signature Date
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2. External examinationsThe external examinations assess knowledge and understanding from the breadth of the mandatory units. Learners will be awarded a grade based on their performance in the external examinations.
Assessors should record the grades achieved by ticking the appropriate box for each external examination.
SP2D1.EX1 SP2D1.EX2
Points Grade achieved Points Grade achieved
0 points Fail 0 points Fail
227 points Low Pass 151 points Low Pass
245 points High Pass 163 points High Pass
263 points Low Merit 175 points Low Merit
282 points High Merit 188 points High Merit
300 points Distinction 200 points Distinction
318 points Distinction* 212 points Distinction*
To calculate the total points for the external examinations, assessors should add the points achieved from EX1 and EX2 together and record them in the boxes provided below.
SP2D1.EX1 points
SP2D1.EX2 points
Total points
Assessor LearnerSignature Date
Signature Date
IQA (if sampled) EQA (if sampled)Signature Date
Signature Date
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3. Graded synoptic assessmentThe graded synoptic assessment requires learners to carry out, in a realistic environment, a complete practical task which is externally set by VTCT.
The graded synoptic assessment varies year on year and covers a range of mandatory units. VTCT issues an annual marking pack for synoptic assessment which is completed by the assessor and sampled by the Internal Quality Assurer and External Quality Assurer.
Series:
Theme:
Assessors should record the grade achieved by ticking the appropriate box.
Points achieved 0 251 302 352
Grade awarded Fail Pass Merit Distinction
Assessor LearnerSignature Date
Signature Date
IQA (if sampled) EQA (if sampled)Signature Date
Signature Date
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Calculating overall grade The overall grade for the qualification is calculated by adding together the points achieved from internal and external assessments. To calculate the overall points for this qualification assessors should add the total points achieved from each section (graded practical assessment, external examinations and the graded synoptic assessment) together and record them in the boxes provided below.
1. Graded practical assessment
2. External examinations
3. Graded synoptic assessment
Overall points
The conversion table below must be used to determine the learner’s overall qualification grade. Assessors should record the overall qualification grade achieved by ticking the appropriate box.
Points range Overall qualification grade achieved
1259 to 1427 Pass
1428 to 1595 Merit
1596 to 1679 Distinction
1680 to 1764 Distinction*
An online calculator is available on the VTCT website which carries out all of the calculations in this section.
Assessor LearnerSignature Date
Signature Date
IQA (if sampled) EQA (if sampled)Signature Date
Signature Date
USP105M
Y/615/0922
Anatomy and physiology for exercise
USP105M_v1
and health
14 Anatomy and physiology for exercise and health
Theory only mandatory unitThis unit is a theory only unit. Unit content, describing what should be covered in teaching and learning and via formative assessment can be found in the Unit Specification. The Unit Specification can be found here http://qualifications.vtct.org.uk/finder/unitpdf/USP105M.pdf. This unit will be assessed as part of the external examinations at the end of the period of learning.
This unit will be assessed as part of one of two final external examination papers. Each exam will comprise of a written paper with two sections A and B. Learners will have to complete both sections and there will be no optional questions in either section.
Section A consists of a blend of multiple choice and short response questions. Section B will consist of extended response questions. Real – life case studies, scenarios and client examples are used to ‘set the scene’ and provide the basis for objective assessment of applied knowledge and understanding.
There are no Assessment Records required by VTCT for this individual unit. Achievement will be recorded as part of the record relating to the external examinations for the overall qualification.
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USP52M
M/507/5599
Health, safety and welfare in a
USP52M_v6
fitness environment
16 Health, safety and welfare in a fitness environment
Theory only mandatory unitThis unit is a theory only unit. Unit content, describing what should be covered in teaching and learning and via formative assessment can be found in the Unit Specification. The Unit Specification can be found here http://qualifications.vtct.org.uk/finder/unitpdf/USP52M.pdf. This unit will be assessed as part of the external examinations at the end of the qualification.
The external examinations will comprise of a written paper with two sections, A and B. Learners will have to complete both sections and there will be no optional questions in either section. Section A consists of a blend of multiple choice and short response questions which will assess knowledge and understanding across the breadth of mandatory units. Section B will largely include extended response questions. Each of these will challenge learners in the application of knowledge and understanding, in a practical technical context.
This unit will be assessed as part of one of two final external examination papers. Each exam will comprise of a written paper with two sections A and B. Learners will have to complete both sections and there will be no optional questions in either section.
Section A consists of a blend of multiple choice and short response questions. Section B will consist of extended response questions. Real –life case studies, scenarios and client examples are used to ‘set the scene’ and provide the basis for objective assessment of applied knowledge and understanding.
There are no Assessment Records required by VTCT for this individual unit. Achievement will be recorded as part of the record relating to the external examinations for the overall qualification.
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USP53M
D/507/5601
Principles of exercise, fitness and
USP53M_v3
health
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Theory only mandatory unitThis unit is a theory only unit. Unit content, describing what should be covered in teaching and learning and via formative assessment can be found in the Unit Specification. The Unit Specification can be found here http://qualifications.vtct.org.uk/finder/unitpdf/USP53M.pdf. This unit will be assessed as part of the external examinations at the end of the qualification.
The external examinations will comprise of a written paper with two sections, A and B. Learners will have to complete both sections and there will be no optional questions in either section. Section A consists of a blend of multiple choice and short response questions which will assess knowledge and understanding across the breadth of mandatory units. Section B will largely include extended response questions. Each of these will challenge learners in the application of knowledge and understanding, in a practical technical context.
This unit will be assessed as part of one of two final external examination papers. Each exam will comprise of a written paper with two sections A and B. Learners will have to complete both sections and there will be no optional questions in either section.
Section A consists of a blend of multiple choice and short response questions. Section B will consist of extended response questions. Real –life case studies, scenarios and client examples are used to ‘set the scene’ and provide the basis for objective assessment of applied knowledge and understanding.
There are no Assessment Records required by VTCT for this individual unit. Achievement will be recorded as part of the record relating to the external examinations for the overall qualification.
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USP54M
K/507/5603
Planning gym-based exercise
USP54M_v4
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Service portfolioLearners must:Produce a service portfolio that includes evidence of practical services carried out with proficiency. The service portfolio is an evidence requirement which must be completed prior to learners undertaking the practical assessment and graded synoptic assessment. VTCT specifies the services to be carried out and evidenced in the portfolio.
The service portfolio can be used as a confirmatory and formative assessment to prepare learners for the practical and synoptic assessments. The purpose of this portfolio is to evaluate learner performance and use the information gathered to shape and improve the learner’s performance in preparation for summative assessments.
Centres should consider the use of formative self and peer assessment as part of the learning journey. Whilst service portfolios are not graded, they may be sampled by the EQA.
Service portfolio
The service portfolio should contain evidence that learners have:
Planned exercises for all clients Portfolio referenceIndividuals
Groups
With specific needs
With general health needs
Beginners
Experienced
Collected all client information Portfolio referencePersonal goals
Lifestyle
Medical history
Physical activity history and preferences
Attitude and motivation to exercise
Current fitness level
Psychological readiness to change physical activity/exercise behaviour
Considered all client objectives Portfolio referenceImprove fitness
Improve motivation
Address barriers to activity
Improve skills and techniques
Improve health
Fun and enjoyment
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Signposted clients to a minimum of 2 other professionals
Portfolio reference
Doctors
Physiotherapists
Psychologists
Registered dietitians
Registered nutritionists
Physiologists
Bio-mechanists
Counsellors
Sports therapists
Massage therapists
Specialist health/exercise professional
Carried out all risk assessment and checks of Portfolio referenceEnvironment
Space
Layout
Temperature
Flooring
Lighting
Ventilation
Equipment
Clothing and footwear
Health and safety legislation and organisational procedures
Considered all hazards Portfolio reference
Participant
Other exercisers
Exercise environment
Selected equipment
Inherent risks of exercise
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Used a minimum of 4 legal and organisational procedures
Portfolio reference
Health and safety at work act (1974)
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations
Electricity at Work Regulations
First Aid Regulations
Individual and organisation policies and procedures
Planned all exercises Portfolio referenceAt least 3 cardiovascular machines
At least 4 fixed resistance machines
At least 4 free-weight exercises
At least 3 body weight exercises
Planned all components of the session Portfolio reference
At least 1 warm up component
At least 1 cardiovascular component
At least 1 resistance training component
At least 1 cool-down and stretch component
At least 1 using a circuit format
Assessor LearnerSignature Date
Signature Date
IQA (if sampled) EQA (if sampled)Signature Date
Signature Date
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Graded practical assessmentAll practical mandatory units are graded. Employers have identified mandatory units as those which contain the primary practical skills and higher order cognitive skills required for employment.
• At the pass grade, the key theme is proficient technical skills and safe performance, which will meet the minimum industry standards of practice.
• At the merit grade, the emphasis is on excellent technical skills and techniques, organisational skills or communication skills, where these skills are deemed to be of seminal importance to employers, in a particular context.
• At the distinction grade, where a finished product is an output of the practical activity, mastery of professional techniques, demonstrated via product evidence, is always an essential component of the criteria, as are higher order cognitive skills such as an ability to reflect upon and evaluate one’s own performance and to justify the methods and techniques chosen.
The grading model used is analytical, non-compensatory and hurdle based.
Learners must:LO3 - Be able to collect and use information to plan gym-based exercise
LO4 - Be able to plan and prepare for safe and effective gym-based exercise with clients Learners must carry out a consultation with a client to complete a gym-based exercise plan which will be observed, marked and graded by centre assessors. The grade achieved in the graded practical assessment will be the grade awarded for the unit. The graded practical assessment must take place in a real or realistic working environment on a real or realistic client (e.g. using a peer as a client).
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Graded practical assessmentAt a minimum the graded practical assessment for this unit must cover:
Consultation with a client to complete the client profile
• Client personal information• Client goals• PAR-Q• Informed consent form
Completion of a health and safety overview or risk assessment form
• Equipment checks• Environment checks• Clothing and footwear checks• Organisational or individual procedures for health and safety
Gym-based exercise session plan or programme card
• All components of the session• Duration, intensity and type of exercise in each component
At least • 3 cardiovascular machines• 4 fixed resistance machines• 4 free-weight exercises*• 3 body weight exercises
*Information about safe lifting (deadlift), handling and spotting techniques must be included as part of the planning for free-weight exercises
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For detailed information on the graded practical assessment you must refer to the section 6.5.1 of the Qualification Specification.
Graded practical assessment
Learners must meet all pass criteria to achieve a pass grade.
Pass Criteria LO3 Be able to collect and use information to plan gym-based exercise
P1 - Collect and record information from clients using an appropriate format
P2 - Complete a PAR-Q screening form with the client and identify any reasons for referral or deferral
P3 - Obtain informed consent before conducting assessments and instructing exercise
LO4 Be able to plan and prepare for safe and effective gym-based exercise with clients
P4 - Plan a gym-based exercise programme, covering all components of fitness to meet the stated client needs
P5 - Record safety checks to equipment and environment that must be conducted prior to delivering the programme
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Learners must meet all pass criteria and all merit criteria to achieve a merit grade.
Merit Criteria M1 - Adapt and tailor interpersonal communication during client assessment to thoroughly elicit information
M2 - Display organisation skills by conducting the consultation using a systematic approach
M3 - Use effective strategies to promote and sell other services
Learners must meet all pass criteria, all merit criteria and all distinction criteria to achieve a distinction grade.
Distinction Criteria D1 - Evaluate how the completed session programme card and equipment meets client needs, goals and preferences
Grade achievedPass Merit Distinction
Assessor LearnerSignature Date
Signature Date
IQA (if sampled) EQA (if sampled)Signature Date
Signature Date
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USP55M
M/507/5604
Instructing gym-based exercise
USP55M_v4
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Service portfolioLearners must:Produce a service portfolio that includes evidence of practical services carried out with proficiency. The service portfolio is an evidence requirement which must be completed prior to learners undertaking the practical assessment and graded synoptic assessment. VTCT specifies the services to be carried out and evidenced in the portfolio.
The service portfolio can be used as a confirmatory and formative assessment to prepare learners for the practical and synoptic assessments. The purpose of this portfolio is to evaluate learner performance and use the information gathered to shape and improve the learner’s performance in preparation for summative assessments.
Centres should consider the use of formative self and peer assessment as part of the learning journey. Whilst service portfolios are not graded, they may be sampled by the EQA.
Service portfolioAt a minimum the service portfolio must include records of inductions, instruction of all components of a gym-based session, delivery of a full gym programme, reviews and evaluation of instructing gym-based sessions. It should contain evidence that learners have:
Considered all the environmental factors Portfolio referenceSpace
Layout
Temperature
Flooring
Lighting
Ventilation
Equipment
Personal clothing
Health and safety legislation and organisational procedures
Carried out an induction to all equipment Portfolio referenceAt least 3 cardiovascular machines
At least 4 fixed resistance machines
At least 4 free weight exercises, including safe lifting and passing
At least 3 body weight exercises
Delivered all components of the session Portfolio referenceAt least 1 warm up component
At least 1 cardiovascular component
At least 1 resistance training component
At least 1 cool-down and stretch component
At least 1 using a circuit format
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Worked with all types of client Portfolio referenceIndividuals
Groups
Inclusion of special populations
Demonstrated all instructional techniques Portfolio referenceExplanation
Demonstration
Teaching points
Change of teaching position
Adaptations
Motivational strategies
Correction
Questioning
Feedback
Evaluated all instructional techniques Portfolio referenceExplanation
Demonstration
Teaching points
Change of teaching position
Adaptations
Motivational strategies
Correction
Questioning
Feedback
Personal action plan (written or verbal)
Continuing professional development (workshops, reading, conference, lectures, online)
Assessor LearnerSignature Date
Signature Date
IQA (if sampled) EQA (if sampled)Signature Date
Signature Date
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Graded practical assessmentAll practical mandatory units are graded. Employers have identified mandatory units as those which contain the primary practical skills and higher order cognitive skills required for employment.
• At the pass grade, the key theme is proficient technical skills and safe performance, which will meet the minimum industry standards of practice.
• At the merit grade, the emphasis is on excellent technical skills and techniques, organisational skills or communication skills, where these skills are deemed to be of seminal importance to employers, in a particular context.
• At the distinction grade, where a finished product is an output of the practical activity, mastery of professional techniques, demonstrated via product evidence, is always an essential component of the criteria, as are higher order cognitive skills such as an ability to reflect upon and evaluate one’s own performance and to justify the methods and techniques chosen.
The grading model used is analytical, non-compensatory and hurdle based.
Learners must:LO4 - Be able to prepare self, clients and equipment for gym-based exercise
LO5 - Be able to instruct and supervise gym-based exercise
LO6 - Be able to review gym-based exercise sessions and reflect on their own performance Learners must instruct a complete gym-based exercise programme with a client (an apparently healthy adult), which will be observed, marked and graded by centre assessors. The grade achieved in the graded practical assessment will be the grade awarded for the unit. The graded practical assessment must take place in a real or realistic working environment on a real or realistic client.
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At a minimum the graded practical assessment for this unit must cover:
Equipment • At least 3 cardiovascular machines• At least 4 fixed resistance machines• At least 4 free-weight exercises, including lifting and passing
information• At least 3 body weight exercises
Delivery of all components of the session
• At least 1 warm up component• At least 1 cardiovascular component• At least 1 resistance training component• At least 1 cool-down and stretch component
Demonstration of instructional techniques
• Explanation• Demonstration• Teaching points• Change of teaching position• Adaptations• Motivational strategies• Correction• Questioning• Feedback
Evaluation of instructional techniques
• Explanation• Demonstration• Teaching points• Change of teaching position• Adaptations• Motivational strategies• Correction• Questioning• Feedback
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For detailed information on the graded practical assessment you must refer to the section 6.5.1 of the Qualification Specification.
Graded practical assessment
Learners must meet all pass criteria to achieve a pass grade.
Pass Criteria LO4 Be able to prepare self, clients and equipment for gym-based exercise
P1 - Check and prepare the environment, equipment and self, prior to instruction
P2 - Verbally screen the client and check their readiness to participate
LO5 Be able to instruct and supervise gym-based exerciseP3 - Instruct a safe and effective warm up appropriate to the client, programme and environment needs
P4 - Instruct a safe and effective cardiovascular programme that is appropriate to the client, programme and environment needs
P5 - Instruct a safe and effective resistance programme that is appropriate to the client, programme and environment
P6 - Instruct a safe and effective cool down and stretch component that is appropriate to the client, programme and environment
P7 - Use instruction and communication skills to support and motivate the client
P8 - Monitor exercise safety and intensity and respond to client needs and feedback
P9 - Leave the environment in an acceptable condition for other users
LO6 Be able to review gym-based exercise sessions and reflect on their own performance
P10 - Gather information from the client to review the gym-based session
P11 - Use client feedback and own evaluation to reflect on the gym based session
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Learners must meet all pass criteria and all merit criteria to achieve a merit grade.
Merit Criteria M1 - Use appropriate strategies to promote other gym-based services in accordance with the client’s needs
M2 - Adapt or tailor instructional and communication skills to enhance client performance in all components
M3 - Adapt or tailor exercise intensity or type according to client response and personal observations
M4 - Analyse information gathered from the client to assess how the programme, instructional and communication skills met the client’s needs
Learners must meet all pass criteria, all merit criteria and all distinction criteria to achieve a distinction grade.
Distinction Criteria D1 - Evaluate the effectiveness of instruction techniques and communication methods used during the gym-based session
Grade achievedPass Merit Distinction
Assessor LearnerSignature Date
Signature Date
IQA (if sampled) EQA (if sampled)Signature Date
Signature Date
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USP107M
H/615/0924
Customer service and client support
USP107M_v1
in health and fitness
40 Customer service and client support in health and fitness
Theory only mandatory unitThis unit is a theory only unit. Unit content, describing what should be covered in teaching and learning and via formative assessment can be found in the Unit Specification. The Unit Specification can be found here http://qualifications.vtct.org.uk/finder/unitpdf/USP107M.pdf. This unit will be assessed as part of the external examinations at the end of the period of learning.
This unit will be assessed as part of one of two final external examination papers. Each exam will comprise of a written paper with two sections A and B. Learners will have to complete both sections and there will be no optional questions in either section.
Section A consists of a blend of multiple choice and short response questions. Section B will consist of extended response questions. Real –life case studies, scenarios and client examples are used to ‘set the scene’ and provide the basis for objective assessment of applied knowledge and understanding.
There are no Assessment Records required by VTCT for this individual unit. Achievement will be recorded as part of the record relating to the external examinations for the overall qualification.
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USP106M
D/615/0923
Leading inductions to gym
USP106M_v1
equipment
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Service portfolioLearners must:Produce a service portfolio that includes evidence of practical services carried out with proficiency. The service portfolio is an evidence requirement which must be completed prior to learners undertaking the practical assessment and graded synoptic assessment. VTCT specifies the treatments to be carried out and evidenced in the portfolio.
The service portfolio can be used as a confirmatory and formative assessment to prepare learners for the practical and synoptic assessments. The purpose of this portfolio is to evaluate learner performance and use the information gathered to shape and improve the learners performance in preparation for summative assessments.
Centres should consider the use of formative, self and peer assessment as part of the learning journey. Whilst service portfolios are not graded, they may be sampled by the EQA.
Service portfolio
The service portfolio should contain evidence that learners have:
Inducted a small group of clients (3-10) to all of the following cardiovascular machines
Portfolio reference
Treadmill
Recumbent cycle
Upright cycle
Rower
Cross-trainer
Elliptical trainer
Stepper
Inducted a small group of clients (3-10) to all of the following resistance machines
Portfolio reference
Seated chest press (neutral grip or barbell grip)
Lying chest press
Pec Dec
Seated row (low pulley using netural grip or barbell grip)
Shoulder press
Lat pull down (in front of chest)
Assisted pull up
Tricep pushdown (high pulley)
Tricep press
Bicep curl (low pulley)
Seated bicep curl
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Leg press
Total hip
Seated knee extension
Leg curl (seated or lying)
Seated abductor
Seated adductor
Abdominal machine
Lower back machine
Inducted a small group of clients (3-10) to all of the following free weight exercises
Portfolio reference
Front raise (dumbbell)
Single arm row (dumbbell)
Bent arm pullover (barbell or dumbbell)
Shoulder press (dumbbell)
Lateral raise (dumbbell)
Upright row (barbell)
Bench press (barbell)
Supine tricep press (barbell)
Prone flyes (dumbbell)
Flyes (dumbbell)
Single arm tricep press (barbell or dumbbell)
Bicep curl (barbell or dumbbell)
Lunge (barbell or dumbbell)
Deadlift (barbell or dumbbell)
Squat (barbell or dumbbell)
Spotting techniques (as appropriate)
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Used all of the following instructional skills Portfolio referenceTeaching sequence for inductions
Explanation
Demostration (as appropriate)
Observation and correction
Change of teaching position
Teaching points and reinforcement
Motivation - encouragement and praise
Modification and adaptation
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Graded practical assessmentAll practical mandatory units are graded. Employers have identified mandatory units as those which contain the primary practical skills and higher order cognitive skills required for employment.
• At the Pass grade, the key theme is proficient technical skills and safe performance, which will meet the minimum industry standards of practice.
• At the Merit grade, the emphasis is on excellent technical skills and techniques, organisational skills or communication skills, where these skills are deemed to be of seminal importance to employers, in a particular context.
• At the Distinction grade, where a finished product is an output of the practical activity, mastery of professional techniques, demonstrated via product evidence, is always an essential component of the criteria, as are higher order cognitive skills such as an ability to reflect upon and evaluate one’s own performance and to justify the methods and techniques chosen.
The grading model used is analytical, non-compensatory and hurdle based.
Learners must:LO2 - Be able to lead a gym induction for a small group of clients Learners must carry out a group induction to a range of gym equipment which will be observed, marked and graded by centre assessors. The grade achieved in the graded practical assessment will be the grade awarded for the unit. The graded practical assessment must take place in a real or realistic working environment with a real or realistic group of clients.
At a minimum the graded practical assessment for this unit must cover:
Induction of a small group of clients (3-10) to two cardiovascular machines
• Treadmill• Recumbent cycle• Upright cycle• Rower • Cross trainer • Elliptical trainer • Stepper
Induction of a small group of clients (3-10) to six resistance machines
• Seated chest press (neutral grip or barbell grip)• Lying chest press • Pec Dec • Seated row (low pulley using neutral grip or barbell grip)• Shoulder press• Lat pull down (in front of chest)• Assisted pull up• Tricep pushdown (high pulley)• Tricep press
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Graded practical assessmentInduction of a small group of clients (3-10) to six resistance machines (continued)
• Bicep curl (low pulley)• Seated bicep curl• Leg press• Total hip• Seated knee extension• Leg curl (seated or lying)• Seated abductor• Seated adductor• Abdominal machine• Lower back machine
Induction of a small group of clients (3-10) to four free weight exercises
• Front raise (dumbbell)• Single arm row (dumbbell)• Bent arm pullover (barbell or dumbbell)• Shoulder press (dumbbell)• Lateral raise (dumbbell)• Upright row (barbell)• Bench press (barbell)• Supine tricep press (barbell)• Prone flyes (dumbbell)• Flyes (dumbbell)• Single arm tricep press (barbell or dumbbell)• Bicep curl (barbell or dumbbell)• Lunge (barbell or dumbbell)• Deadlift (barbell or dumbbell)• Squat (barbell or dumbbell)• Spotting techniques (as appropriate)
Use of all the following instructional skills
• Teaching sequence for inductions• Explanation • Demonstration (as appropriate)• Observation and correction • Change of teaching position• Teaching points and reinforcement • Motivation – encouragement and praise• Modification and adaptation
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For detailed information on the graded practical assessment you must refer to the section 6.5.1 of the Qualification Specification.
Graded practical assessment
Learners must meet all Pass Criteria to achieve a pass grade.
Pass Criteria LO2 Be able to lead a gym induction for a small group of clients
P1 - Check and prepare environment, equipment and self, prior to leading the induction
P2 - Verbally screen the clients and check their readiness for the induction
P3 - Select and induct appropriate equipment to meet the group needs
P4 - Use an appropriate induction sequence to induct the selected equipment safely and effectively
P5 - Use instruction and communication skills to manage the group during the induction
P6 - Leave the environment in acceptable condition for other users after the induction
P7 - Gather feedback from clients to review the induction
P8 - Produce a standard gym programme card for each client
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Learners must meet all Pass Criteria and all Merit Criteria to achieve a merit grade.
Merit Criteria
M1 - Carry out the group induction with proficiency and efficiency
M2 - Adapt instructional and communication skills to enhance management of the group
M3 - Tailor the gym programme cards to meet individual needs specific to each client
Learners must meet all Pass Criteria, all Merit Criteria and all Distinction Criteria to achieve a distinction grade.
Distinction Criteria D1 - Review the induction methods and instruction skills used and suggest ways to improve practice
D2 - Review the effectiveness of the selected exercises to meet individual and group needs
Grade achievedPass Merit Distinction
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Leading group-based activities in a
USP108M_v1
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Service portfolioLearners must:Produce a service portfolio that includes evidence of practical services carried out with proficiency. The service portfolio is an evidence requirement which must be completed prior to learners undertaking the practical assessment and graded synoptic assessment. VTCT specifies the services to be carried out and evidenced in the portfolio.
The service portfolio can be used as a confirmatory and formative assessment to prepare learners for the practical and synoptic assessments. The purpose of this portfolio is to evaluate learner performance and use the information gathered to shape and improve the learners performance in preparation for summative assessments.
Centres should consider the use of formative, self and peer assessment as part of the learning journey. Whilst service portfolios are not graded, they may be sampled by the EQA.
Service portfolio
The service portfolio should contain evidence that learners have:
Led all of the following activities to a small group of clients (3-10)
Portfolio reference
A small group warm up
A small group cool down and stretch
A short mat-work based abdominal training session
A short cardiovascular workout
A resistance based circuit
Instructed all types of client Portfolio reference
Beginners
Regular gym users
Clients with specific goals
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Used all of the following instructional skills Portfolio reference
Teaching sequence for inductions
Explanation
Demonstration (as appropriate)
Observation
Change of teaching position
Teaching points and reinforcement gtgf
Motivation – encouragement and praise
Modification and adaptation of exercises to meet individual needs
Correction of individuals within the group
Monitoring of exercise intensity
Assessor LearnerSignature Date
Signature Date
IQA (if sampled) EQA (if sampled)Signature Date
Signature Date
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Graded practical assessmentAll practical mandatory units are graded. Employers have identified mandatory units as those which contain the primary practical skills and higher order cognitive skills required for employment.
• At the Pass grade, the key theme is proficient technical skills and safe performance, which will meet the minimum industry standards of practice.
• At the Merit grade, the emphasis is on excellent technical skills and techniques, organisational skills or communication skills, where these skills are deemed to be of seminal importance to employers, in a particular context.
• At the Distinction grade, where a finished product is an output of the practical activity, mastery of professional techniques, demonstrated via product evidence, is always an essential component of the criteria, as are higher order cognitive skills such as an ability to reflect upon and evaluate one’s own performance and to justify the methods and techniques chosen.
The grading model used is analytical, non-compensatory and hurdle based.
Learners must:LO3 - Be able to plan and lead a small group activity in a gym-based environment Learners must carry out a complete small group activity which will be observed, marked and graded by centre assessors. The grade achieved in the graded practical assessment will be the grade awarded for the unit. The graded practical assessment must take place in a real or realistic working environment with a real or realistic small group of clients (3 to 10).
At a minimum the graded practical assessment for this unit must cover:
Instruction of 1 small group activity to a group of clients (3 to 10) in a gym-based environment
• A short cardiovascular machine workout (up to 20 minutes)• A short mat-work based abdominal and back workout (up to 20
minutes)
Use of all the following instructional skills
• Explanation• Demonstration (as appropriate) • Observation • Change of teaching position• Teaching points and reinforcement • Motivation – encouragement and praise • Modification and adaptation of exercises to meet individual needs • Correction of individuals within the group• Monitoring of exercise intensity using appropriate methods
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For detailed information on the graded practical assessment you must refer to the section 6.5.1 of the Qualification Specification.
Graded practical assessment
Learners must meet all Pass Criteria to achieve a pass grade.
Pass Criteria LO3 Be able to plan and lead a small group activity in a gym-based environment
P1 - Produce a lesson plan for the small group session to be delivered
P2 - Check and prepare environment, equipment and self, prior to instruction of small group activity
P3 - Verbally screen the clients and check their readiness to participate in small group activities
P4 - Lead a safe and effective short activity that is appropriate to the needs of the group and environment
P5 - Use instruction and communication skills to support and motivate the group
P6 - Leave the environment in acceptable condition for other users after the small group activity
P7 - Gather feedback from clients to reflect on the safety and effectiveness of the small group activity
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Learners must meet all Pass Criteria and all Merit Criteria to achieve a merit grade.
Merit Criteria M1 - Adapt instructional and communication skills to accommodate individual and group needs
M2 - Adapt exercise intensity or type according to individual and group response and personal observations
M3 - Use effective motivational skills to enhance individual and group performance
Learners must meet all Pass Criteria, all Merit Criteria and all Distinction Criteria to achieve a distinction grade.
Distinction Criteria D1 - Review the effectiveness of instruction and communication skills and make recommendations for improvement
D2 - Review the effectiveness of the selected exercises to meet individual and group needs
Grade achievedPass Merit Distinction
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Social media marketing in health
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and fitness
60 Social media marketing in health and fitness
Theory only mandatory unitThis unit is a theory only unit. Unit content, describing what should be covered in teaching and learning and via formative assessment can be found in the Unit Specification. The Unit Specification can be found here http://qualifications.vtct.org.uk/finder/unitpdf/USP109M.pdf. This unit will be assessed as part of the external examinations at the end of the period of learning.
This unit will be assessed as part of one of two final external examination papers. Each exam will comprise of a written paper with two sections A and B. Learners will have to complete both sections and there will be no optional questions in either section.
Section A consists of a blend of multiple choice and short response questions. Section B will consist of extended response questions. Real –life case studies, scenarios and client examples are used to ‘set the scene’ and provide the basis for objective assessment of applied knowledge and understanding.
There are no Assessment Records required by VTCT for this individual unit. Achievement will be recorded as part of the record relating to the external examinations for the overall qualification.
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T/615/0927
Products and technology in health
USP110M_1
and fitness
62 Products and technology in health and fitness
Theory only mandatory unitThis unit is a theory only unit. Unit content, describing what should be covered in teaching and learning and via formative assessment can be found in the Unit Specification. The Unit Specification can be found here http://qualifications.vtct.org.uk/finder/unitpdf/USP110M.pdf. This unit will be assessed as part of the external examinations at the end of the period of learning.
This unit will be assessed as part of one of two final external examination papers. Each exam will comprise of a written paper with two sections A and B. Learners will have to complete both sections and there will be no optional questions in either section.
Section A consists of a blend of multiple choice and short response questions. Section B will consist of extended response questions. Real –life case studies, scenarios and client examples are used to ‘set the scene’ and provide the basis for objective assessment of applied knowledge and understanding.
There are no Assessment Records required by VTCT for this individual unit. Achievement will be recorded as part of the record relating to the external examinations for the overall qualification.
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