Purpose
The Level 4 (5) Certificate in Strength and Conditioning (RQF) is aimed at learners who are already qualified at PTs and are looking to progress into the specialised field of strength and conditioning.
The Level 4 (5) Certificate in Strength and Conditioning (RQF) provides learners with the knowledge and understanding of how to improve athletic performance, through a systematic approach developing athletic qualities such as speed strength and power, as well as reducing sporting injuries.
Qualification Structure
The learner must complete:
Unit 1: Biomechanical, physiological and psychological factors affecting strength and conditioning for sports performance
Unit 2: Programming strength and conditioning activities for sports performance
Unit 3: Delivering strength and conditioning for sports performance
*There will be independent study that needs to be completed throughout this course*
Assessment
This qualification is assessed by:
Assessor observation
Worksheets
Assignments/projects/reports/case study
Location
*As this is a Practical based qualification you will need to be available to travel to our offices in Queen’s University Belfast, Northern Ireland for practical tutorials and assessments.
| Course Location | Belfast, UK |
| Course Type | Classroom Based |
| Course Qualification | Level 5 Certificate |
| Awarding Body Details | Focus Awards Level 4 (UK) / Level 5 (Ireland) Certificate in Strength and Conditioning |
| Course Duration | 3 Months |
| Course Time | 2025-2026 April 25th (Face to Face) April 26th + May 9th,10th (ALL LIVE Online) May 23rd,24th (ALL Face to Face) June 6th,20th (ALL Face to Face) 10am-4pm each day --- 2026-2027 January 16th (Face to Face) January 17th,30th,31st (ALL LIVE Online) February 6th,7th (ALL Face to Face) March 6th,20th (ALL Face to Face) 10am-4pm each day |
| Course Fee | POA |
| Entry Requirements | Learners must have completed a Personal Training Qualification. *Must have access to an athlete or a sports team at the beginning of the course to complete the case study. |
| Career Path | Strength and Conditioning Coach |
| Course Code | SC |
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