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Enquire todayExercise Specialist Courses
Working with the medical community, tackling obesity, diabetes and low back pain, you'll be able to master your trade and become a Level 4 exercise specialist.
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Courses
- Level 3 Exercise Referral Diploma
- Level 4 Exercise for Low Back Pain Certificate
Key Content
- Pathophysiology of Common Diseases and Medical Conditions
- Prescribing Exercise to Referred Clients
- Medicolegal Considerations in Exercise Referral
- Causes, Symptoms and Strategies for Improving Low Back Pain
- Functional Assessments for Low Back Pain
- Adapting Exercise for Clients with Low Back Pain
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Extras
- CV Connect
- 12 months ongoing career support
- Learn more
- 10-14 weeks to qualify
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Courses
- Level 3 Exercise Referral Diploma
- Level 4 Obesity and Diabetes Certificate
Key Content
- Pathophysiology of Common Medical Conditions and Diseases
- Planning and Teaching Exercise for Referred Clients
- Communicating Effectively with Medical Professionals
- Prevalence, Classification and Causes of Obesity and Diabetes
- Exercise and Nutritional Strategies for Obesity and Diabetes
- Behavioural Change Strategies for Obese and Diabetic Clients
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Extras
- CV Connect
- 12 months ongoing career support
- Learn more
- 10-12 weeks to qualify
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Get Connected
As soon as you complete a course with HFE you'll unlock CV Connect, the new way to instantly connect you directly with the UK's leading gyms and health clubs.
CV Connect
Using CV Connect is as simple as uploading your CV, selecting the employers in your area and pressing send.
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Career Support
Our tutors have been there and seen it all before, so they're in prime position to guide you as you begin your personal training journey.
12 Months of Expert Guidance
The course is over but support continues, we're here to offer 12 months ongoing career advice if you need it.
Our Exercise Specialist Courses. Your Way.
Learn to tackle some of the world's most prevalent chronic health conditions one step at a time.
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Level 3 Exercise Referral Diploma
£425.00
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Level 4 Low Back Pain Certificate
£495.00
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Level 4 Obesity and Diabetes Certificate
£465.00
One Career. Unlimited Possibilities.
Join an exclusive group of exercise professionals who have achieved the highest of standards.
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Exercise Referral
Location Practical Attendance Dates Price Cardiff – Llanishen 19-20 Jan (2019)
£425.00
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Low Back Pain
Location Practical Attendance Dates Price Manchester – Ashton 9-10 Mar / 27 Mar (2019)
£495.00
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£495.00
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£495.00
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Obesity and Diabetes
Location Practical Attendance Dates Price Home Study All you need to do is complete the case study
£465.00
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You Deserve the Best
Our exercise specialist courses are second to none. These programmes are designed, developed and delivered by leading doctors, physiotherapists, dietitians and nutritionists.
FAQs
Do I need any prior qualifications?
In order to enrol on a specialist Level 4 course, you must already hold, or be working towards a Level 3 Diploma in Exercise Referral (or equivalent). Don't worry however if you haven't yet booked your place on this course because we have a variety of packages below that combine and discount the Level 4 and exercise referral qualifications when they are booked together.
What career opportunities are available once I qualify?
As a Level 4 Exercise Specialist a number of employment and career opportunities are open up. A popular career path is to work in a formal exercise referral scheme, providing specialist exercise instruction to clients referred by their GP.
Other opportunities also include working privately with patients suffering from these specific conditions, working with weight management groups, physiotherapists chiropractors and podiatrists to provide specialist exercise advice. It’s perhaps important to stress here that even when you’ve completed these qualifications, you’ll still be required to work alongside clinicians and other members of the medical community.
What can I expect to learn on my Level 4 course?
This largely depends on the specific pathway you select. Generally, speaking, you'll gain a deep understand of your chosen medical condition and how to effectively program physical activities for individuals with said conditions.
You’ll also learn about the medications used to control these conditions, their side effects and how to assess and monitor patients’ progress throughout their exercise journey. These qualifications really are packed with lots of advanced knowledge and skills to enable you to meet the specific needs of their target population.
Are your Level 4 courses accredited?
Our Level 4 courses are certificated by Active IQ and are fully recognised by all fitness industry employers. The Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) also endorses these programmes and awards 20 CPD upon successful completion. When combined with the appropriate Level 3 credentials and the required number of professional practice hours, you'll be able to gain the title of a Specialist Exercise Instructor with REPs.
Additionally, if you are a graduate with a relevant bachelor’s degree, and a member of the British Association of Sport and Exercise Science (BASES), your Level 4 REPs status will also make you eligible to become a BASES Certified Exercise Practitioner.
How will I be supported on my Level 4 course?
As a HFE student you’ll be supported continuously throughout the course. During the home-study phase of the programme, you’ll have a dedicated Learner Support Tutor who will guide you through your course. The practical element of the course is delivered by a team of highly qualified and experienced fitness industry and medical professionals.
In addition to our team, these courses are also extremely well resourced. You’ll receive training manuals, awarding winning online learning materials, mock exams, interactive worksheets, live webinars and much more. Our support and resources really are second to none.
How difficult are these courses?
These qualifications are designed for exercise professionals (not doctors) so you don’t have to worry about failure. All of the content that you need to know is provided and our team of expert tutors will explain exactly what you need to do – all you need to do is work hard and follow the programme.
The Level 4 Exercise Specialist courses do not have knowledge-based assessments and so you don’t have to worry about passing any tricky exams. What you will however need to do is develop a sound understanding of the relevant medical conditions and your ability to assess, design and instruct exercise to patients with these conditions effectively.
