Fit4Training

What's the difference between a F4T course and any other?

Fitness industry qualifications are governed by a body called Skills Active. Skills Active produce a syllabus that ensures that all fitness qualifications contain the same knowledge and skill requirement from a learner. Therefore most fitness courses contain virtually identical information in them. The differences between training providers generally comes from how the information is delivered and the quality of the delivery. We believe that our delivery is first class and that our learner support is second-to-none.

How big a training provider is F4T?
Fit4Training take on between 100 and 200 learners each year. We choose not to take on more than this, so that we can guarantee our service level to our learners and so that our learners do not just become 'numbers'.

How good are the tutors at F4T?
We only employ a tutor if we feel they are 100% competent at their job. We also provide lots of training opportunities for our tutors to both better their knowledge and to make them better tutors. All tutors are fun, energetic and truly passionate about fitness.

How much support do I really get on a home study course?
We really do give unlimited support to you 24/7. We are happy to answer calls into the evenings (when many home-study learners are studying) and always answer emails asap. We always get back to people and never leave learners 'hanging on' waiting for an We strongly urge all students to keep in regular contact with their tutor in order to make the most of the support offered.

How good are the F4T resources?
We use Active IQ as our Awarding Body as we believe that they provide the best quality resources for learners that are available currently. If this ever changes, we'll change Awarding Body! All qualifications and there resources are up to date and current.

I've not heard of F4T - How do I know who they are and if they're any good?
Fit4Training are accredited by the Awarding Body Active IQ. Active IQ complete regular checks on us to ensure that what we're delivering is always to the highest standard. We are also accredited by the Register of Exercise Professionals. Lastly, as fitness professionals ourselves we have set ourselves very high standards. If we can't do something brilliantly, then we won't do it!

I live abroad. Can I still do a Fit4Training course?
If you live abroad, you can complete any of our home study courses where all the units are available via e-learning. Please check with us beforehand that all the units within the qualification you want to complete if available via Active IQ Academy.

How long does it take to complete my home-study course?
How long you take to complete your course via home-study completely depends upon how much time you have free to put into it. None of the courses are 'easy' and most will take around the guided learning hours listed to complete unless you already have a great knowledge of the area. As examples of course duration, the quickest we feel you could complete a Level 2 qualification would be 2 weeks, with the average being more like 3 months. At level 3 the duration would be more like 4 weeks to 6 months. We would always recommend that you do not rush through a course just to get your certificate. Fitness roles carry responsibility that you must fully appreciate - take your time on our courses and learn properly!

When will I receive my manual, learner achievement portfolio (LAP) and other online access?
You should receive your manual 7-14 days after your payment has cleared with us and you wlll also receive a webste login with your manual or via email.

Can I get a refund if I change my mind?
Once a completed enrolment form has been completed and payment received, unfortunately, Fit4Training do not offer refunds. We will only offer refunds, If you are attending practical workshops which Fit4Training have cancelled and there is no suitable alternative.

What are the online resources?
On your course page, you will find resources such as powerpoint presentations, quizzes, mock exams, revision notes etc. which will help you complete your qualification. Completion of the quizzes and mock exams are not essential but we highly recommend you use them. Feel free to email your answers to us so we can check them for you!

How do I complete my Learner Achievement Portfolio (LAP)?
Your LAP is what you will complete during the course and is what you will hand in at the end for us to mark. You can progress through the LAP, completing the relevant worksheets, case studies, etc at your own pace using the manual and online resources. If you make a mistake you can download another copy of your LAP on your course page on the website.

What assessments have I got to do?
Completion of your LAP is part of your assessment and can be completed in your own time without an assessor present. You may also have theory exams and/or practical assessment(s) to do. There is an assessment plan at the front of your LAP which details all the assessments you will be required to complete.

How do I complete a theory exam?
Once you feel ready to take your exam(s), contact us! You can either attend one of our venues in Telford or Coventry to sit your exam when an assessor is available or you can sit your exam at your place of work as long as you have a manager or supervisor who is willing to invigilate your exam. We will need their email address in order to email the exam over to them.

How do I complete my practical assessment?
If you have got to complete a practical assessment for your course, once you feel ready to take it, contact us! You can either attend one of our venues in Telford to complete your assessment when an assessor is available or you can ask someone to film you and send your assessment into to us on DVD.
Below are the filming guidelines;

If you are submitting your practical via DVD, your DVD should meet the following guidelines;
• the whole session should be filmed non-stop from start to finish
• you and you client(s) should remain in camera shot at all times
• the DVD should not be edited in any way
• we must be able to hear you throughout the DVD (if music is playing, make sure it is not next to the camera)
• photo-id should be sent with the DVD to prove authenticity (passport or driving licence)

Who is the assessor and internal verifier (IV)?
Your assessor is one of the Fit4Training assessor’s who will mark your LAP once you have completed it and sent it in to us for marking.

An internal verifier who also works for Fit4Training will go through your work once your assessor has marked it to ensure they have marked your work fairly.

How long does it take to receive my certificate?
We aim to get certificates to learners within 3 months of all units of work being completed. This is usually much shorter and often within a matter of weeks. All candidates' portfolio's must be assessed and internally verified by Fit4Training and in some cases sent to Active IQ for external verification.

If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to get in contact with us.
01952 587810
info@fit4training.com