National Council for Exercise and Fitness 2009

Diploma in Exercise & Health Fitness

Stage 2 Health Related Activity for Children

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 one of their options (See Diploma Pathway)

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Recogntition:
15 credits 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 Specialist Module is to enable participants to gain a specialist qualification in planning and leading safe, fun and effective Health Related Activity sessions to children aged 4-12 years. It is envisaged that these activity programmes will take place in gyms, leisure centres, and in community environments such as After- School Centres & Summer Camps

Module Breakdown:
This Module will take place over 3 days contact time followed by assigned work experience which involves a written project and private study.

Final Written & Practical Assessment:
The Final Written Assessment will consist of an online assessment and all applicants must have access to broadband.
The Practical Assessment will be by submission of a DVD showing practical teaching/ instructional ability. Criteria and details will be provided at contact weekend. In preparation for the DVD Practical an on- line ' Movie Maker' tutorial package will be made available to students. If students wish they may have the option of submitting a ' Trial DVD ' for comment / feedback . There will be an additional fee for this submission.

Module Content:

Anatomy & Physiology of Ethics and Good Practice& Wellness & Programme Design and Instruction in a wide range of activities e.g. exercise to music, step, dance, circuits, mini games, co-operative activities, parachute games, etc.

1. Related Activity for Children: Theory & Practice

• Code of Ethics and Good Practice
• Anatomy & Physiology of Growth Maturation in Children
• Stages of Motor Learning, Development and Training
• Wellness for Children
• Practical Teaching and Programme Design.

2. Health Related Activity for Children: Applications

• Work Experience
• Preparation for Assessment

Entry Requirements:

(A) Certificate in Exercise & Health Fitness Graduates or equivalent:

• NCEF/UL application form.
• curriculum vitae outlining your work experience in the industry.
• Occupational First Aid Certificate

(B) PEAI/NCEF graduates from 1987-2006 or those with equivalent qualifications:
Previously qualified NCEF Level 1 Instructors (or those with equivalent qualifications) are eligible to apply for entry on to this Module through the NCEF/UL RPL Scheme.

(i) Recertified NCEF Level 1 Instructors - please submit

• Completed NCEF/UL application form.
• Occupational First Aid Certificate
• curriculum vitae outlining your work experience in the industry.

(ii) Non - Recertified NCEF Level 1 Instructors and instructors who hold qualifications other than NCEF - please submit
Completed NCEF/UL application form.
Portfolio of Learning (POL).The portfolio is an official NCEF/UL Portfolio Form which should clearly detail your existing qualifications and background based on your previous learning and experience in the Health/Fitness Industry. (This POL Form is available from NCEF Head Office). All relevant documentation must be submitted with this form.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.

All candidates on this programme must submit:

• Garda Vetting:All applicants will be required to complete a Garda Vetting Form as per normal procedures for NCEF/UL Registered Students who will work with children.this form will be posted to you once you are accepted onto the module.
• Written References:These references should refer to both competency as an instructor and character and good standing in the community/area/facility in which the applicant works.
• Ocupational First Aid (OFA) is an NCEF & industry requirement. All candidates on the above programme must provide a current OFA Certificate on application.

Final Assessment:
Summative Practical Assessment 60%: Submission of a DVD showing practical teaching/instructional abilit. Date TBC
Summative Written Assessment 40%:On–line format. Date TBC

Venue: UNIVERSITY OF LIMERICK

Contact Dates: OCTOBER 2010 (exact date TBC in March 2010)
Date for on Online Written Assessment and submission date for Practical TBC

Fees:
NNR Members: €875.00. Non-Refundable Deposit: €475.00 Balance due one week prior to module commencement €400.00
NNR Members: €905.00. Non-Refundable Deposit: €475.00 Balance due one week prior to module commencement: €430.00.

Tutors: NCEF 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.

Application process: Please complete an on-line application form together with your CV or Portfolio of Learning and post/e-mail all attachments to NCEF Head Office, PESS Building, University of Limerick by Friday 10th September 2010.

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

This Module will earn PEAI/NCEF holders 600 Continuing Education Credits (CEC's). An extra 125 CEC's are available on successful completion of assessment requirements.
All CEHF graduates on the Diploma pathway will be awarded 15 ECTS Credits.