| Entry Requirement | Preferable Grades A-G GCSE or equivalent |
| Age | 16 + |
| Duration | Approx 1 year |
| Start | Any time during the year |
| Details | This qualification aims to assess the competence of those coaching or leading exercise and fitness activities, or have begun working as a fitness instructor in a leisure centre or gym. The NVQ can be delivered in the specialisms of water-based exercise, gym-based exercise and group music exercise |
| Job Prospects | Progression to level 3 Certificate in Advanced Fitness Instructing, fitness instructor |
| Status | Apprenticeship / Employment |