Training as a Specialist in Physical Activity and Health Promotion: A Comprehensive Guide
Introduction
In the world of the health and fitness industry, demand for qualified professionals is steadily rising. A key role in this field is played by the Federal Diploma of Specialist in Physical Activity and Health Promotion. These experts are not only able to develop individual training programmes, but also to carry out health promotion at a professional level and to manage a fitness centre. Training as a Specialist in Physical Activity and Health Promotion with a Federal Diploma is a decisive step for everyone who wants to succeed in this dynamic and important sector.
Training Pathway
The path to qualifying as a Specialist in Physical Activity and Health Promotion runs through 3 training courses.
Basic training: Fitness- und Bewegungstrainer Basic
- The journey begins with the basic training as a Fitness- und Bewegungstrainer Basic, which lays the foundation for your future.
- After this qualification, you can gain your first practical experience in fitness centres. You can work part-time or full-time
In-depth study: Fitness- und Bewegungstrainer Advanced
- This course deepens your knowledge and prepares you for the first five of seven module examinations. After this training, you can already obtain, as an intermediate step, the industry certificates Trainer mit SVBO-Branchenzertifikat or Gesundheitstrainer mit SVBO-Branchenzertifikat.
Specialisation: Fitness- und Bewegungstrainer Pro
- In this phase, you learn the content of the last two module examinations: training coaching and staff management.
- This training is ideal if you would like to manage a fitness centre
Module Details
In order to take part in the federal final examination, 7 module examinations must be completed:
Basic module examinations:
- Basic module 1: Anatomy and physiology
- Basic module 2: Training theory
- Basic module 3: Methodology, didactics, learning psychology
- Basic module 5: Advanced equipment-based and equipment-free movement competence
Main module examinations:
- Main module 2: Develop and carry out a training programme.
- Main module 3: Health promotion and lifestyle intervention
1 of 3 elective modules:
- Elective module 1: Networking and continuing education
- Elective module 2: Sales and administration
- Elective module 3: Staff management
Requirements for the Final Examination
In order to be admitted to the federal final examination for the Specialist in Physical Activity and Health Promotion, various requirements must be met. These include proof of a completed vocational apprenticeship or a Matura as well as the aforementioned professional experience of at least 5000 hours. A valid BLS AED certificate is also required, which is part of the Fitness- und Bewegungstrainer Basic. In addition, all 7 module examinations (4 basic modules, 2 main modules and 1 elective module) must be completed.
The basic modules are anatomy and physiology, training theory, methodology, didactics, learning psychology, advanced movement competence
The main modules are the development and execution of training programmes and health promotion.
The elective module is staff management (the other modules are not offered by the update Akademie).
Qualification and Qualification Level
After successfully completing the training and the module examinations, graduates obtain the title "Specialist in Physical Activity and Health Promotion with Federal Diploma".
This qualification is classified and recognised at level 5 in the classification grid for professional qualifications EBQ at level 5.
Industry Certificates as an Intermediate Step
Trainer mit SVBO-Branchenzertifikat (specialisation in fitness and health training)
Achieving the Trainer mit SVBO-Branchenzertifikat represents an important intermediate qualification on the way to becoming a Specialist in Physical Activity and Health Promotion. This diploma is awarded after completing the basic module examinations (1, 2, 3 and 5) and accumulating 1000 hours of professional experience.
Requirements for the Trainer mit SVBO-Branchenzertifikat
- Professional experience: Proof of at least 1000 hours of professional experience.
- BLS AED certificate: Possession of a valid BLS AED certificate, which is included in the Fitness- und Bewegungstrainer Basic course.
- Practical examination: Successful completion of a practical examination according to SVBO standards, part of the Advanced course.
- Module examinations:
Passing the basic modules: - BM 1: Anatomy and physiology
- BM 2: Training theory
- BM 3: Methodology, didactics, learning psychology
- BM 5: Advanced equipment-based and equipment-free movement competence
The Trainer mit SVBO-Branchenzertifikat is classified at level 3 in the EBQ.
Gesundheitstrainer mit SVBO-Branchenzertifikat (specialisation in fitness and health training)
Achieving the Gesundheitstrainer mit SVBO-Branchenzertifikat marks a significant milestone on your way to becoming a Specialist in Physical Activity and Health Promotion. You receive this important diploma after successfully completing basic module examinations 1, 2, 3 and 5 as well as main module 3, and additionally accumulating 2500 hours of professional experience.
Requirements for the Gesundheitstrainer mit SVBO-Branchenzertifikat
- Professional experience: Proof of at least 2500 hours of professional experience.
- BLS AED certificate: Possession of a valid BLS AED certificate, which is included in the Fitness- und Bewegungstrainer Basic course.
- Practical examination: Successful completion of a practical examination according to SVBO standards, part of the Advanced course.
- Module examinations:
Passing the module examinations: - BM 1: Anatomy and physiology
- BM 2: Training theory
- BM 3: Methodology, didactics, learning psychology
- BM 5: Advanced equipment-based and equipment-free movement competence
- HM 3: Health promotion and lifestyle intervention
The Gesundheitstrainer mit SVBO-Branchenzertifikat is classified at level 4 in the EBQ.
Conclusion
Training as a Specialist in Physical Activity and Health Promotion is an outstanding opportunity for everyone who wants to advance their career in this important health sector. With the sound training and the extensive practical experience gathered during the training process, graduates are ideally equipped to succeed in the world of physical activity and health promotion.
