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REPs NEW STRUCTURE
New structure for REPs
Following a major
consultation including two REPs’ member surveys and employer events around the UK the new structure was
agreed at the SkillsActive Sport and Fitness Employers Group (SAFE) in January 2009. Since then work has continued to create the standards and qualifications that underpin it. Courses underpinning this new structure will not be available until April 2010.
Key features of the new REPs structure l The levels are linked to Government’s new Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) level descriptors. l The categories are entirely based on consultation, industry research and job roles in the industry. l The structure has taken account of international influences eg. European Health and Fitness Association standards. l National Occupational Standards (NOS) underpin all categories. l It aims to be an inclusive structure that recognises a wide range of fitness instructing skills. l The current 44 categories have been rationalised to 24 to: – Provide clarity to members, employers,
In 2008/9 a major review of Education and Professional Development in the Fitness Industry took place including revising the REPs structure,
industry standards and qualifications. Jean-Ann Marnoch explains more.
the public and other stakeholders – Gain the understanding and subsequent confidence of the medical profession and the public.
How it will work for new members seeking to join the Register under the new structure l All instructors wishing to join the Register at level 2 will need to attain one or more of four specific level two categories. l All instructors wishing to join the Register at level 3 will need to attain one or more of the specific level 3 categories (EMDP, Yoga and Pilates are 3 separate categories). l All instructors at level 4 will be known as Specialist Instructors and will possess one or more of seven specific medical conditions categories.
LEVEL 2 Fitness instructors will be able to access REPs through four categories at level 2: Gym, Exercise to Music, Aqua and Physical Activity for Children, these will be the main entry points to REPs. l The content of Gym, Exercise to Music and Aqua will remain similar to the current format: l There will be core knowledge and skills common to all these categories known as ‘Mandatory units’ and category specific units e.g. in the context of Gym, Exercise to Music, Aqua and Physical Activity for Children.
Key difference to current level two qualifications: l Additional basic knowledge of certain special populations will be added so that instructors can safely deal with a
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