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National Qualification in Fitness Assessment and Evaluation

Certified fitness instructors can gain expertise, competence, and assurance in performing health screening and fitness assessments based on recognised protocols with The National Qualification in Fitness Assessment and Evaluation.

This course is eligible for discount through the LHF Skillet for members of REPs Ireland and Ireland Active. For details click here.

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About our Fitness Assessment and Evaluation Course

This Continuing Professional Development (CPD) course is designed to equip qualified gym instructors and personal trainers with the necessary knowledge, skills, and confidence to conduct comprehensive health screening and fitness assessments using recognised protocols.

On completion of this course, trainers will gain the skills required to perform a wide range of physical fitness assessments and evaluation methods that can inform programme design and encourage clients to participate and adhere to an exercise programme. They will learn how to assess client fitness levels, identify potential risks and limitations, and develop personalised workout plans that take into account clients’ unique needs and goals.

The course covers a variety of assessment methods, including body composition analysis, cardiovascular fitness testing, muscular strength and endurance evaluations, and flexibility measurements. Additionally, trainers will learn how to interpret the results of these assessments and use the information to create tailored exercise programmes that are safe, effective, and enjoyable for clients.

With the knowledge and skills gained from this CPD course, qualified trainers will be better equipped to provide their clients with the guidance and support they need to achieve their fitness goals and maintain a healthy lifestyle. They will also be able to demonstrate their expertise in the field and provide a higher level of service to their clients, ultimately leading to better client retention and business growth.

" Thanks to the motivational teachers for their enthusiasm and support "

I really did enjoy it … thanks to the motivational teachers for their enthusiasm and support … also Karen and Greg in admin … always very helpful and obliging.

Brian McConville

Personal Training Graduate

" The best learning experience I have come across "

Thanks very much to all the tutors at NTC for all your help. You all made this course very enjoyable and I’m sure the whole group had as much fun as I did. This course was the best learning experience I have come across and I thank you for that.

Iva Ramini

Personal Training Graduate

" I really found the course to be a very high standard "

Just to say thanks a lot for your excellent classes in both ETM and in particular Sports Nutrition. I really found the course to be a very high standard and the level of tuition very impressive.

John O'Carroll

Personal Training Graduate

" I learned a lot in the last few months "

Thanks for everything. I feel like I learned a lot in the last few months and would like to thank the tutors for their patience. I will be back to do extra courses soon.

Natasha Duff

Personal Training Graduate

" Everything was so well structured "

I just wanted to say a massive thank you to John, all the staff and tutors for their support and guidance over the past months. You all made the educational experience of doing the Personal Trainer course a terrific one.

I feel much more confident about getting out there and helping people to realise their goals. Your care and respect for the class was always evident, none more so than before and during exam time.

As a pretty busy parent, I was a little unsure about when I’d get the time to study and practice but because everything was so well structured, it made life so much easier.

Shane O'Neill

Personal Training Graduate

" It was the NTC course that helped me get there and I just wanted to thank you for that. "

I hope you’re well! I just wanted to check in with you to say that I hope you’re doing well.

I took part in the NTC PT course in the spring semester of 2017 in Cork and wanted to provide you with an update on what’s happened since qualifying. I managed to find work experience and am now happy to announce that I was offered a job as a coach in a private service in Cork and have been enjoying the experience so much and learning a lot.

It was the NTC course that helped me get there and I just wanted to thank you for that. If you ever need any former students to give a reference or advice to a class, let me know and I’d be happy to do so.

Thanks again for everything.

Sam Keating

Personal Training Graduate

" I simply can’t wait to come back "

Fantastic facility. I simply can’t wait to come back. The tutors are great and very high standards are expected and delivered to students.

Caroline Mallon

Personal Training Graduate

" I'm very happy with what I got to learn with the NTC ... it was totally worth it. "

Hi Michelle, I just wanted to share a recent experience and give a big thank you to you and the girls involve in group fitness class.

I went for an interview 2 days ago for a position that I really wanted to get at a gym club in London. As well as a one to one interview, it involved a group practical assessment where candidates needed to teach a class. I had prepared a circuit as my assessment but at the moment to teach my class I changed my mind and decided to teach a group fitness class to the beat. I got a called from the manager yesterday offering me the job, I was actually shocked because I didn’t expect it as I have no experience at all in the fitness industry. The manager said he was impressed with the class, he loved it that it was to the beat, how it was structured as well as the teaching points and everything, and despite the fact that there were candidates with far more experience, they were good but it’s easier to put a circuit together than doing an exercise to music class. I’m very happy with what I got to learn doing the course with the NTC and happy that investing money there was totally worth it.😃

Thank you all!!! ? Have a lovely day

Jessica Barbosa Robles

Personal Training Graduate

" Your professionalism and knowledge ... shines through at all times "

A very big thank you for a wonderful course. You are all very special people in different ways. Your professionalism and knowledge delivered with love fun and passion shines through at all times. I will miss you all very much. Be that body !!

Karen Reynolds

Personal Training Graduate

" The tutors are very knowledgeable, warm and welcoming "

The NTC is an excellent facility. The tutors are very knowledgeable, warm and welcoming and I always enjoy coming back here.

Orla Flynn

Personal Training Graduate

" I really am blown away by the standard of teaching on this course "

I really am blown away by the standard of teaching on this course, it is amazing… so organised.. so down to earth… so enthusiastic it is infectious. I am so lucky and so glad to be in a position to experience this. I just wanted to say and share… FANTASTIC! Thank you so much, Richelle

Richelle Daly

Personal Training Graduate

" We really had a great group and we’re all keeping in touch "

I really enjoyed my time at the NTC – we really had a great group and we’re all keeping in touch.

Toni Anderson

Personal Training Graduate

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Course Details

Outcomes

Fees

Eligibility

Outcomes

The Fitness Assessment and Evaluation course comprehensively covers all essential areas related to conducting fitness assessments, including:

Understanding the rationale behind specific tests and the pros and cons of their usage for individual clients
Identifying and preparing the necessary equipment and environmental considerations for conducting fitness tests for clients
Learning the methods for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting test results to provide a clear picture of a client’s fitness levels
Understanding the importance of health screening and the process of collecting and analyzing health-related information for clients
Gaining knowledge of the need for obtaining informed consent and the methods to do so
Developing the skills to plan and prepare an appropriate fitness evaluation for a client based on their unique requirements
Conducting a range of physical fitness assessments and evaluating the outcomes to determine the client’s current fitness levels and progress over time
Performing a variety of assessments on a client, including height and weight measurements, bioelectrical impedance, skin-fold testing, body circumference evaluation, BMI, waist-to-hip ratio, cardiovascular tests, muscular endurance, and strength tests

By completing this course, individuals will have the expertise, knowledge, and confidence to conduct comprehensive fitness assessments for clients, provide tailored fitness programs based on their unique needs, and monitor their progress over time. They will gain the skills necessary to support clients in achieving their fitness goals, leading to higher client satisfaction and retention rates.

Fees

The standard cost of the Fitness Assessment and Evaluation course is €255.00.

The discounted rate for graduates of the National Qualification in Exercise, Health Studies and Personal Training is €225.00.

Eligibility

Welcome to our continuing professional development course for health fitness professionals! We’re delighted to have you here.

Before we begin, we would like to ensure that your primary fitness instructor qualification meets the eligibility requirements approved by REPS Ireland. We kindly request that you double-check if your qualification is eligible for this course. If you’re unsure, please do not worry! Just send a scanned copy of your primary fitness qualification to info@ntc.ie before the course start date, and we will confirm whether you are eligible to participate.

We also want to remind you that your professional indemnity insurance cover is only valid if you hold a valid, industry recognised primary qualification at minimum EQF Level 3 in fitness instruction. This is to guarantee that you are fully covered and protected as you progress on your professional development journey.

Thank you for your attention, and we are looking forward to seeing you in class!

Our Fitness Assessment Team

Only fully qualified tutors deliver the National Qualification in Fitness Assessment and Evaluation, with each tutor having recognised industry and educational experience in their individual fields.

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Noeleen Gregory, MSc

Daniel Iannelli

Michelle O’Melia, MSc

FAQs for our Fitness Assessment and Evaluation Course

What are the eligibility requirements for this course?

This course is a continuing professional development course for qualified health fitness professionals and it is the responsibility of each individual applying for the course to check whether their primary fitness instructor qualification meets the eligibility requirements and is approved by REPS Ireland.

A copy of your primary fitness qualification must be scanned and emailed to info@ntc.ie prior to the course starting date.

Professional Indemnity Insurance cover is only valid if you hold a valid, industry recognised primary qualification at minimum EQF Level 3 in fitness instruction.

What happens if I can't make it on the day?

Fitness ACP courses are generally delivered over a single day, 2 mornings, 2 evenings or weekends. Our planning is based on the numbers registered and the decision to proceed with a course is based on the registered number of participants.

If you can’t make it for the time you have booked you will forfeit any fees paid. It may be possible, although not guaranteed, to reschedule your participation for a later date.

If there is a medical reason for non-participation we will, subject to receipt of valid medical certification, reschedule your participation to a later date.

For more information or clarification please call us on 01 882 7777 or by email to info@ntc.ie

What happens if I have registered but the course doesn't go ahead?

In the unlikely event that a course does not proceed you will be offered whichever of the following suits you best:

Reschedule to a different date
Reschedule to an alternative location (where applicable)
A full refund of all fees paid