NCFE Certificate in Improving Personal Exercise and Nutrition Level 2

Course outline

This course is ideal for those who wish to take responsibility for their personal health and well-being. It is relevant to those students who wish to gain a greater understanding of how to exercise appropriately for their age, ability and current fitness level, those seeking to improve their knowledge and understanding of a healthy diet and who wish to be able to plan and monitor their personal exercise and dietary progress.

Course content

The qualification comprises three mandatory units:

• Unit 1: Understanding health and exercise
• Unit 2: Understanding the role of nutrition in exercise
• Unit 3: Planning and preparing for personal exercise and nutrition

This course explores these areas in relation to exercising safely, personal motivation, diet and nutrition and drugs, alcohol and tobacco.

Progression opportunities

The Level 2 Certificate in Improving Personal Exercise and Nutrition can provide progression towards various qualifications relating to sport, health and nutrition.