NQ Fitness, Health and Exercise
- SubjectSport & Fitness
- QualificationNational Qualification
- CodeNQHEEXSC-F121A
- Study methods
Full-time
Start term: August 2012
Duration: 1 year 
Course contactAdministrator
0141 272 0647
Course Description
This course is designed to give students the skill, expertise and relevant vocational qualifications to work within the Leisure Industry as well as the underpinning knowledge required to progress onto the HND Fitness, Health and Exercise programme.
SCQF Level
5-6
Subjects Include
The course consists of Intermediate2/Higher units which cover a range of practical and theoretical fitness related units. Units include: Gymnasium, Circuits, Human Physiology, Life saving and Leading Sporting Activities. A programme for teambuilding and leadership skills is undertaken along with Higher Communications and Intermediate 2 Information Technology, First Aid certificate, National Governing Body Fitness Industry awards, RLSS Pool Lifeguard.
Fees & Funding
There are no course fees for full-time UK/EU students. All full-time students are invited to apply for means tested bursary funding to cover living, travel and course expenses. Students may be required to pay course expenses if they do not receive a bursary. For further information visit our Information & Advice Centre.
Why Cardonald?
The NQ Fitness course allows students the opportunity to gain SQA units along with a cluster of National Governing Body Fitness Industry awards, which will improve their employability. It also provides successful students the opportunity to progress onto the HNC/D Fitness, Health and Exercise course.
Entry Requirements
- At least 3 Intermediate 2 passes or equivalent Standard Grades - one of which must be English based.
- 2 suitable references required.
- An interview is part of the selection process.
Progression Routes
- HN Course in Fitness, Health & Exercise.
- Employment within the fitness industry.
