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Course Code
YFPN2060B1
Level
Level 2
Course Type
Further Education
Study Mode
Part-time
Duration
15 Weeks
Start & End
14 September 2026 - 13 January 2027
Time
18:00-21:30
Location
Newtownabbey

The Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing will develop learners’ knowledge and skills in gym instruction to enable them to pursue a career as a gym instructor. This qualification will provide a combination of knowledge and skills to prescribe, plan and deliver safe and effective exercise programmes to a range of clients.

Units typically covered include:

  • Knowledge of anatomy and physiology that is applicable to gym instructing.
  • Principles of exercise, fitness and health.
  • Health and safety in a fitness environment.
  • Effective communication skills for client consultations to support positive behaviour change.
  • The skills needed to plan and conduct gym based exercise sessions with individuals and groups.

This qualification is designed to offer entry to employment; however, learners can also progress onto the following qualifications and apprenticeship frameworks:

  • Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training
  • Level 3 Diploma in Exercise Referral
  • Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Exercise and Fitness
  • Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Matwork
  • Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Yoga
  • Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy
  • Intermediate Apprenticeship in Exercise and Fitness
  • Advanced Apprenticeship in Exercise and Fitness.

Applicants must be 16+ years old. While there are no other specific entry requirements, an element of communication (discussing, presenting, reading and writing) is involved, and learners entering the programme should have basic skills in communication at Level 2. The course requires physical exertion, and individual participation is essential; therefore, a degree of physical fitness is necessary.

Course Fees

Year Fee Reduced Fee*
Year 1 £370 £278
Total

*For eligibility criteria, visit our fees and funding page.

You must arrange payment of your fees at the beginning of each academic year, regardless of whether your programme of study is one, two, or three years in duration.  Please contact any Campus Reception to arrange payment of your course fees or to confirm you have uploaded evidence of your funding application or entitlement to the online admissions portal. Confirmation of your funding entitlement should also be forwarded to studentfinance@nrc.ac.uk.

If your fees are being paid by a sponsor/employer please contact the College to confirm that an approved Employer Consent Form has been completed and uploaded to the online admissions portal.


Direct Debit Payment

You can arrange for fees to paid by instalments if you are enrolling on a course(s) of 16 weeks duration or more and the total cost is greater than £200. Full details are available on our Fees and Funding page.


Funding

If you have applied for funding, you must provide evidence of your application, such as an acknowledgement email or confirmation from the Education Authority or Student Finance NI. This evidence should be uploaded to the online admissions portal and may also be submitted at any reception.  Once your funding has been approved, upload confirmation to the online admissions portal and email a copy studentfinance@nrc.ac.uk.  Find out more about available funding options.

If application for funding is unsuccessful the student is liable for payment of fees in full. All fees to be collected by 28 February 2027.

Contact Details
Direct Debit or Payment Queries
E: finance@nrc.ac.uk

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