Fitness Assessment

This unit is expiring
The expiry date of this unit is 31/07/2027.

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
QU032346
Credits:
6
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

Grade Descriptors

  • GD1-Understanding the subject
  • GD2-Application of knowledge
  • GD3-Application of skills
  • GD4-Use of information
  • GD7-Quality

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.

Understand the principles of exercise and fitness testing.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Explain relevant tests for measuring strength, endurance and cardiovascular fitness.

  • 1.2

    Explain the physiological role of exercise to a healthy lifestyle profile.

2.

Know the criteria for screening clients pre-exercise.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Evaluate relevant screening procedures for undertaking an exercise programme.
3.

Be able to plan a progressive fitness improvement programme.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1

    Plan a progressive programme of strength and endurance exercises.

  • 3.2

    Plan a progressive programme of cardiovascular exercise.

4.

Be able to undertake fitness programmes.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1

    Undertake fitness programmes to improve:


    • cardiovascular health
    • endurance and strength.
5.

Be able to review the effectiveness of fitness programmes.

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1

    Reflect on the effectiveness of the two fitness programmes.

  • 5.2

    Identify areas for improvement in the design of the fitness programmes.