Starting: 3rd & 4th Jan 26

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AIQ LEVEL 3 AWARD IN SUPPORTING PRE & POST NATAL CLIENTS

 

Introduction to the course:

 

The qualification enables you to create safe and effective exercise programmes for antenatal and post-natal clients, helping them reach their goals.

 

What will I learn?

 

The benefits of physical activity, potential barriers for pre and post-natal clients, and how to respond effectively.

 

Module info & overview:

You’ll gain a deeper understanding of the challenges pre and post-natal clients face with personal training. There might be many barriers, including fears about the unborn child or pain after challenging labour. However, you can give your clients peace of mind by understanding the benefits of physical activity.

• Learn the values of a healthy diet and physical activity for prenatal clients

• Discover how exercise and activity can help post-natal clients

• Understand the potential concerns and barriers that might impact a client’s experience

 

The physiological and biomechanical alterations during the pre and postnatal period

Pregnancy is one of the most extraordinary things a woman can experience, but it often comes with plenty of complications. Each trimester brings its own challenges, and issues can arise after birth. As a personal trainer, it’s your job to understand the many biomechanical and physiological changes that occur in pre and post-natal clients to get a better idea of their needs.

 

Module overview:

• Understand the three trimesters

• Learn about the circulatory system

• Find out how pregnancy impacts the respiratory system

• Understand the complexities of the musculoskeletal system

• Learn how the metabolic and hormonal systems work

 

Nutrition requirements

• Understanding the Nutritional requirements for pre and post-natal clients

• Explain the importance of a balanced diet for pre and post-natal clients.

• Knowing important food sources. Identify foods to avoid during pregnancy

• Vitamin and mineral supplements recommended during pregnancy

 

 

Health and safety when working with pre and post-natal clients

Health and safety considerations are essential in any industry, but you should be more aware of them when working with pre- and post-natal clients. Potential complications could arise, and personal trainers are responsible for ensuring their clients enjoy a safe and secure exercise experience. In this unit, you’ll gain an in-depth understanding of your responsibilities towards your clients, what duty of care means, how to implement it, and how to recognise limitations.

 

Module overview:

• Identifying warning signs to a client that should stop exercising and how to respond

• Pre-activity screening and informed consent

• Collecting and interpreting data

• Legal and ethical responsibilities

• Knowing when to refer a client

 

Designing safe and effective exercise programmes for pre and post-natal clients

Pre and post-natal clients will always require more support with their fitness needs, and practical exercise sessions are the key to ensuring your clients get the best possible results.

This module teaches you how to design effective programmes without putting your clients and their babies at risk. You’ll be able to consider each client’s needs and risk factors, ensuring a great experience.

 

Module overview:

• How to design a programme that works for each trimester and the postnatal period

• Identify safe types of exercise and learn which positions to avoid.

• Find safer alternatives to popular activities and make adaptations.

• How to teach clients to stretch and warm up safely.

• Learn about pelvic floor exercises and why they’re important.

• Identify and implement the appropriate core and functioning training exercises

 

Assessment:

1 x Workbook portfolio

1 x Case study