LEARNING SUPPORT:
Direct tutor communication via email and phone | Monthly webinar support | Additional support as required |
LEARNING RESOURCES:
Manuals | E-Learning | Knowledge Checkers | Recorded Webinars |Tutor Demonstrations | Recorded Assessment Guidance |
EXPECTED COURSE LENGTH:
This qualification can be achieved within 4 – 8 weeks. CMS has a maximum expected completion timeframe of 2 months.
ACCREDITED ACHIEVEMENT:
The Level 3 Award in Supporting Pre and Postnatal Clients with Exercise and Nutrition (603/3592/0)
LOCATION:
100% Online – study where and when you want. Supported with excellent flexible tutor support.
PAYMENT METHODS:
0% Interest-Free Monthly Payments Over 4 Months
Course information videos
Is this the course for you?
If you’re a qualified Fitness Instructor or Personal Trainer looking to specialise in working with antenatal and postnatal clients, this qualification will provide the knowledge and practical skills to do so safely and confidently.
You’ll learn how to adapt physical activity and provide evidence-based exercise and nutrition guidance throughout pregnancy and the postnatal period. The course covers client screening, physiological and psychological changes, programme design, contraindications, referral pathways and safe professional practice, enabling you to support clients within your scope of practice.
The Active IQ Level 3 Award in Adapting Physical Activity for Antenatal and Postnatal Clients is recognised by CIMSPA, helping you develop specialist expertise and expand your professional services.
Course Details
How Do I Start?
Once you’ve enrolled on the Active IQ Level 3 Award in Adapting Physical Activity for Antenatal and Postnatal Clients, you’ll receive an email within 1 working day with your login details and joining instructions, giving you immediate access to your online learning resources and the ability to schedule your online induction.
Your course is delivered entirely online, allowing you to study at your own pace while receiving support from your dedicated tutor throughout your qualification.
The qualification consists of one mandatory unit:
- Adapting Physical Activity for Antenatal and Postnatal Clients
Throughout the course you’ll complete a portfolio of evidence, including activities such as:
- Knowledge-based questions
- Client case studies
- Risk assessments
- Programme design for antenatal and postnatal clients
- Exercise and nutrition planning
- Reflective practice activities
All learning materials, assessment documents and supporting resources are available within your virtual learning environment and your tutor will guide you through each stage of the qualification.
When you enrol, you’ll receive everything you need to complete your qualification, including:
- Comprehensive learner manual
- Interactive online learning platform
- Dedicated personal tutor
- Live webinars and one-to-one support
- Telephone and email support
- Assessment guidance and feedback
Your online learning resources are an essential part of the qualification and should be completed alongside your assessments.
To enrol on this qualification, you must:
- Be 16 years of age or over
- Hold a recognised Level 2 Fitness Instructor, Group Exercise or Coaching qualification, or a Level 3 Personal Training or Pilates qualification (or equivalent)
- Have communication skills appropriate to Level 2
- Be able to participate in practical learning activities and meet the physical demands of the qualification
If you’re unsure whether your existing qualifications meet the entry requirements, our team will be happy to advise you before you enrol.
The Active IQ Level 3 Award in Adapting Physical Activity for Antenatal and Postnatal Clients is priced at £350.
For your security, CMS will never ask you to provide your bank or payment details by telephone or email. If you receive such a request, please contact us before making any payment.
Pay in Full
If you’d like to pay for your qualification in a single payment, simply:
- Select your preferred course date above.
- Choose Self-Funded as your funding option.
- Complete your payment securely using our online checkout.
Once your payment has been received, we’ll confirm your enrolment and send your joining instructions by email.
To achieve the Active IQ Level 3 Award in Adapting Physical Activity for Antenatal and Postnatal Clients, you’ll complete a portfolio of evidence demonstrating your knowledge and ability to apply safe and effective practice.
Your portfolio may include:
- Knowledge-based questions
- Client case studies
- Exercise and programme design
- Risk assessments
- Exercise and nutrition planning
- Reflective practice activities
All assessments are completed online and submitted through your virtual learning environment. You’ll receive guidance and feedback from your tutor throughout the qualification to help you complete your portfolio
Completing the Active IQ Level 3 Award in Adapting Physical Activity for Antenatal and Postnatal Clients will enable you to expand your services and support a specialist client group with confidence.
You may choose to:
- Deliver specialist antenatal and postnatal exercise sessions on a one-to-one or group basis.
- Expand your personal training business by offering tailored programmes for pregnancy and postnatal recovery.
- Work alongside healthcare professionals within your scope of practice to support clients returning to physical activity.
- Progress to further specialist qualifications, such as Exercise Referral, Long-Term Conditions, Older Adults, or other population-specific exercise programmes.
- Continue your professional development through recognised CIMSPA-aligned training and specialist continuing professional development (CPD).
This qualification is ideal for exercise professionals looking to broaden their expertise, enhance their professional credibility and offer specialist services to a growing client population.
