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Qualifications For Entry to REPs
Approved Qualifications Level 3 Advanced Instructor (this is the main award at level 3 and can be achieved in either a gym or in a group exercise
context)
Level 3 Extend Teacher (Diploma Holders Only)
Level 3 Fitness League Teacher
Level 3 Keep Fit Association Teacher<
Level 3 Laban Teacher
Level 3 Margaret Morris Movement Teacher
Level 3 Medau Society Teacher
Level 3 Pilates Teacher (see approved providers below)
Level 3 Yoga Teacher
Entry to the Register of Exercise Professionals is by qualification in exercise and fitness., Other industry experience and
prior achievement can also be taken into consideration (APE – accreditation of prior experience; APL – accreditation of
prior learning; APA – accreditation of prior achievement). Some members may be given provisional entry, and this is explained
in more detail under the section on this website titled What is my Status?
here
Schedule of approved qualifications for full member status on the Register
The Register of Exercise Professionals is unlike many other registers because it has three operating levels of entry (and
a new fourth level will be available later in 2007). The Register does not set the technical criteria for what constitutes
a qualification - these are based on the National Occupational Standards that are developed under the auspices of
SkillsActive. In the UK, a qualification is certified by an awarding body (City and Guilds, CYQ, EdExcel, OCR, Active IQ
or SQA and later in 2007 VTCT) through either an N/SVQ (National/Scottish Vocational Qualifications) or an RVQ (Related
Vocational Qualification). The qualification will normally be delivered by an approved training provider who are certified
by one the above awarding bodies.
Approved Training Providers
For a comprehensive listing of REPs Approved Training Providers and training offered visit our 'Directory of Approved
Training Providers' here
Please note that by completing an NQF qualification and/or an approved award which gives a level of entry or an additional
category of registration they are worth 20 CPD credit points.
Click here more information on the REPs Continuing Professional
Development requirements.
For an explanation of the current UK Qualifications structure click
here
The Register also operates a ‘third route of qualification’ which is called an Industry Recognised Award where no awarding
body is involved, but there is still a thorough process of external assessment and the outcome for candidates leads to
registration.
Full qualifications and units of qualifications
Full qualifications (listed below) give entry to the Register. At levels 2 and 3 there are further units of qualification and
these give additional categories of registration. These units can only be delivered by REPs approved training providers.
Before starting additional units of qualification it is necessary to hold the main qualification at that level – REPs
approved training providers will check that you have the correct pre-requisites before starting additional units. For
details of qualifications and units of qualification you can view our qualification and careers structure chart click
here
LEVEL 4 SPECIALIST EXERCISE INSTRUCTOR
Subject to the completion of some further, small details, the pre-requisites and route of achievement which will be needed
to be awarded status of Level 4 Specialist Exercise Instructor are now available and are expected to become effective from
the end of 2007. For further details please click here
Level 3 context of registration
Level 3 is separated into different contexts of registration which include:
The diversity and range of training and qualifications is complex, and the simplest course of action is to complete a
registration form and the REPs staff will deal with the correct placing on the Register. The list below gives guidance on
how to obtain full entry to the REPs.
Active IQ Level 2 NVQ in Instructing Exercise and Fitness City & Guilds Level 2 NVQ in Instructing Exercise and Fitness CYQ Level 2 NVQ in Instructing Exercise and Fitness Edexcel Level 2 NVQ in Instructing Exercise and Fitness OCR Level 2 NVQ in Instructing Exercise and Fitness VTCT Level 2 NVQ in Instructing Exercise and Fitness
Student (including Assistant Instructor Level 1)
Entry as a student does not require a qualification, as this is a position where an assistant instructor is fully supervised
by another qualified member of staff or is applicable to a student working towards a fitness qualification which will give
entry at level 2 or above. There is a level 1 NVQ, and certificate in assistant fitness instructing (via. CYQ), and entry is
also recognised through the apprentice framework.
Level 2 Instructor - there are 3 routes for entry by qualification:
1. By achieving a National/Scottish Vocational Qualification (N/SVQ)
These are based on the National Occupational Standards and are delivered by REPs ap0proved training providers and are
certified by one of the following awarding bodies in the context of either gym, or group exercise or water-based exercise:
2. By achieving a Related Vocational Qualification (RVQ)
Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
CYQ Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
OCR Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
It is also possible to gain level 2 entry by obtaining: A Teachers Certificate from the Keep Fit Association, or,
Holding a PTI class 3 certificate from the military or Army All Arms Certificate.
3. By achieving an industry recognised award
David Lloyd Leisure - Expert Level 2 Coach
Lifetime Health and Fitness - gym, group exercise (etm), and water-based exercise (aqua)
Sunderland University - Level 2 gym
Level 3 Advanced Instructor - there are 3 routes for entry by qualification:
Active IQ Level 3 NVQ in Instructing Physical Activity and Exercise
City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ in Instructing Physical Activity and Exercise
CYQ Level 3 NVQ in Instructing Physical Activity and Exercise
OCR Level 3 NVQ in Instructing Physical Activity and Exercise
VTCT Level 3 NVQ in Instructing Physical Activity and Exercise
These are based on the National Occupational Standards and are delivered by REPs approved training providers and are
certified by one of the following awarding bodies in the context of either gym, or group exercise or water-based exercise:
1. By achieving
2. By achieving a Related Vocational Qualification (RVQ) Active IQ Level 3 Certificate in Advanced Fitness Instructing (Gym)
Active IQ Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training
City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate in Advanced Fitness Instructing (Gym)
CYQ Level 3 Certificate in Advanced Fitness Instructing
CYQ Level 3 Certificate in Advanced Fitness Instructing (Gym)
CYQ Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training
CYQ Level 3 Certificate in Teaching Mat Pilates
CYQ Level 3 Certificate in Teaching Yoga
NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Advanced Fitness Instructing (Gym)
OCR Level 3 Certificate in Advanced Fitness Instructing (Gym)
OCR Level 3 Certificate in Pilates
VTCT Level 3 Certificate in Advanced Fitness Instructing (Gym)
– also listed are some additional units of qualification at level 3 which form part of qualification structure.
These are based on the National Occupational Standards and are delivered by a range of approved training providers,
and certified by these awarding bodies.
It is also possible to gain level 3 entry to the Register by obtaining a Teachers Certificate or award from:
The British Wheel of Yoga (pre Mar 2006 as teacher/diploma)
Extend Teacher (Diploma Holders Only)
Fitness League
Margaret Morris Movement
Medau Society
or by holding a PTI class 1 or 2 certificate from the military.
3. By achieving an Industry Recognised Award
David Lloyd Leisure - Expert Coach Level 3 Personal Trainer
Future Fit Training - Personal Trainer Award and Pilates Teacher (and unit only in exercise referrals not for entry)
Lifetime Health and Fitness - Advanced Instructor and Personal Training Awards (and unit only in exercise referrals not for entry)
Premier - Diploma in Personal Training and Premier Fitness Award
Body Control Pilates
PTS/NASM Certified Personal Trainer L3
University of Kent at Medway - BSc(Hons) Sports Therapy, Health and FitnessApproval for Level 3 Advanced Instructor and Personal Trainer (including Level 2 Gym Instructor), and the following additional categories of registration Sport Specific and Core Stability
Southampton Solent University - BA (Hons) Fitness and Personal Training and BA (Hons) Health and Fitness Management. Both courses were given technical approval for Level 3 Advanced Instructor and Personal Trainer (this incorporates Level 2 Gym Instructor)
De Montfort University - Level 3 Advanced Instructor and Personal Training
Schedule of training providers accepted by the Register that will give full entry BAWLA
BWLA
NABBA
AFOGB (others not listed above)
BSY (British School of Yoga)
GB Fitness
IIST
Hydro-Actif (training recognised for CPD only, not for entry to the REPs)
The National Home Study College
WABBA (unless a City & Guilds NVQ)
Many courses take place in universities, colleges, clubs, and centres and are delivered by a range of training providers,
but it is important to make sure that these courses lead to a recognised qualification - that means they are certified by
an awarding body or are an industry recognised award.
Training Providers and awards NOT recognised by REPs
Schedule of training providers who are NOT recognised by REPs or approved for entry or for units of
qualification (additional category of registration):
OTHER FITNESS QUALIFICATIONS –WHICH ARE NOT APPROVED FOR ENTRY TO REPS NOR GIVE AN ADDITIONAL
CATEGORY OF REGISTRATION
CYQ Level 1 Introductory Certificate in Exercise and Fitness Instructing
ABC Level 2 Certificate in Developing Personal Health and Fitness
ABC Level 1 Certificate in Developing Personal Health and Fitness
NCFE Level 1 Certificate in Exercise Studies
NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Industry Studies
CYQ Level 1 Certificate in Assistant Fitness Instructing
NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Improving Personal Exercise and Nutrition
Active IQ Level 1 Award in Active, Healthy Living
CCEA Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Industry Studies
CYQ Level 1 Award in Lifestyle Management
CYQ Level 2 Award in Group Indoor Cycling
CYQ Level 2 Award in Circuit Training
CYQ Level 2 Award in Step Exercise to Music
1st4sport Level 2 Certificate in Weight-Training for Sport (Free-weights)
CYQ Level 2 Award in Studio Resistance Training
CYQ Level 2 Award in Chair Based Exercise for the Frailer Older Person
Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Instructing Circuit Sessions
There are a number of other awards and certificates issued by awarding bodies
which do not give entry to REPS - such as GCSE's and A's together with the following list:
Graduates
Graduates with a relevant degree and six months current work practice will usually be given provisional entry to the
Register at level 3. Graduates wishing to join should apply by completing a registration form and submit the name of
their degree and an outline of its content.
Other Qualifications
Applicants who do not have a qualification noted in the schedules above, should still apply to the Registrar with the name
of the training provider and who awarded or certified the qualification.
International Qualifications
Applicants with fitness qualifications from outside of the UK should apply to the Registrar with the name of the training
provider who awarded the qualification, the title and an outline of the content including the number of taught hours.
The Registrar with the TEG will then verify the qualification for mapping to the correct level and category.
The REPs has reached an understanding with a number of countries about the harmonisation and recognition of qualifications
for further details click here