National Council for Exercise and Fitness 2009

Diploma in Exercise & Health Fitness

Stage 2 Fit For Life - Lifestyle Management
In association with the Irish Heart Foundation

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This is a Specialist Module in Stage 2 of the Diploma in Exercise & Health Fitness. Applicants who register for the diploma programme may take this module as an optional module.

Recognition:
15credits towards the Diploma in Exercise & Health Fitness (DEHF). The DEHF is awarded by the University of Limerick and is placed at Level 7 on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) and Level 6 on the European Qualifications Framework (EQF).

Aim:

The aim of this Module is to prepare Specialist Exercise & Health Fitness Professionals to work with community groups (e.g.; local centres, V.E.C.'s) private companies (e.g. gyms, leisure centres) and workplaces (corporate bodies/companies) in the provision of lifestyle management theory and practice. Areas of study include Stress Management, Healthy Eating, Bone Health & others. A strong physical activity emphasis runs through the programme.

Module Details:

This module is e-learning based, delivered through CD, DVD and supported by e-mail and a support website. Assessment will consist of on-line theory assessments and submission of a work experience video. As this is an e-learning module, applications will be accepted on an on-going basis however please note you must complete all online assessments and submit all assignments within the academic semester within which you were regsitered.
Autumn Semester (September start) must be completed by early December.
Spring Semester (January start) must be completed by mid April
Summer Semester (May start) must be completed by mid July

You can commence the Fit for Life module throughout a semester however you must still complete before the end of the semester. For example you can start the programme in March however you must have completed by the April deadline.

Please note that the above deadlines are subject to change without ntice due to changes in University of Limerick procedures. Once you are registered however your completion dealdine will be cmmunicated to you in writing.

Entry Requirments

(A) Requirementsfor Certificate in Exercise & Health Fitness (CEHF) Graduates:

• Completed NCEF/UL Application Form
• Curriculum Vitae outlining your work experience in the industry
• Copy of your CEHF Certificate
• All candidates must provide a current OFA Certificate on application.

(B) Requirementsfor PEAI/NCEF graduates from 1987-2006 or equivalent qualifications:
(i)CURRENT NCEF Level 1 Instructors - please submit:

• Completed NCEF/UL Application Form.
• Copy of your PEAI/NCEF Level 1 Certificate Curriculum Vitae outlining your work experience in the industry
• All candidates must provide a current OFA Certificate on application.

(ii) – Recertified NCEF Level 1 Instructors and instructors who hold qualifications other than NCEF apply for entry onto this Module through the NCEF/UL RPL Scheme. Please Submit

• Completed NCEF/UL Application Form.
• Copy of your PEAI/NCEF Level 1 Certificate
• Fully completed Portfolio of Learning with references and certificates****
• All candidates must provide a current OFA Certificate on application.

**** Portfolio of Learning (POL) is should clearly detail your existing qualifications and background based on your previous learning and experience in the Health/Fitness Industry. The POL Form is available from NCEF Head Office. All relevant documentation must be submitted with this form.A cost of €125 applies to Portfolio of Learning applicants however if successful this fee is then deducted from the cost of overall programme fees. Please submit fee with initial application.

Module Details:

Participants will study the content and resource materials of the 'Fit For Life Programme' - a 10 unit session aimed at adult members of the general population. Although including several 'lifestyle' areas in this programme, a strong physical activity element will be evident throughout. Areas of study within the programme of study will include:

• Wellness
• Health Related Physical Activity
• Heart Health
• Healthy Eating
• Stress Management
• Back Care
• Lifestyle Planning
• Communication and Facilitation Skills

Developing a 'Fit for Life' Plan, putting it into action and staying with the programme are important elements of the programme. Emphasis will be placed on developing and enhancing the communication and delivery skills of the programme participants.

Final Assessments:
Assessments must be completed and submitted within academic semester of which you were regsitered. For example those commencing in Autumn Semester (September) must be completed by mid December, Spring Semester (January) must be completed by early May and Summer Semester (May) must be completed by August.

Fees: NNR Members: €640.00. Non NNR Members: €670.00. Full fees will be payable on acceptance to the module.

Tutors:
All Tutors hold the Diploma in Exercise & Health Fitness (DEHF) or equivalent qualifications. A significant number of NCEF Tutors are also graduates in disciplines closely related to Exercise and Health Fitness. Many of these tutors are teaching and/ or conducting research in the areas of Education, Physical Education, Sport & Exercise Science and Recreation Management.

CLOSING DATES FOR APPLICATION
Autumn Semester (September start) must APPLY Before 1st October 2010 and to be completed by early December.
Spring Semester (January start) must APPLY Before 22nd February 2010 and must be completed by mid April
Summer Semester (May start) must APPLY before 14th June and must be completed by mid July

For an official copy of a Portfolio of learning form please email ncef@ul.ie or download to download the POL please click here

This Module will earn PEAI/NCEF holders 650 Continuing Education Credits (CEC's). An extra 75 CEC's are available on successful completion of assessment requirements.
All CEHF graduates on the Diploma pathway will be awarded 15 ECTS Credits.