New online course – The aim of this qualification is to develop candidates with existing knowledge and skills in gym instruction who would like to pursue a career in personal training. The qualification will be delivered live online over six days (3 consecutive weekends) with the use of online lectures, and learning resources. It is only the practical assessment that will be required to be held at one of our facilities face to face. Once the candidate is qualified, they will be able to train clients on a one-to-one basis and in small groups using advanced training methods and creating...

This Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing has been designed for candidates who wish to develop their skills and knowledge to work and/or seek employment as a gym instructor. Candidates will be equipped with the skills to prescribe, plan and deliver safe and effective exercise programmes to a range of clients. The qualification will be delivered online with the use of online lectures and online learning resources. The practical assessments will be delivered at one of our locations. Each online course has a location assigned to it.Other assessment options are available. Please contact the office for more information on info@ftscotland.org...

The PDA Administration of Medication is made up of 2 units; Unit F9D9 34 Administration of Medication and Unit DX2X 04 Administer Medication to Individuals. It is a new qualification which has been designed to meet the requirements of social service workers who are in a job role where they assist in or administer medication to individuals. Candidates should be actively involved in the administration of medication to individuals as part of their job role and function. It provides knowledge and skills to those who administer medicine, and also provides CPD opportunities for those who have to demonstrate that they...

The Diploma in Orthopaedic Massage and Manipulation builds on the knowledge and skills acquired within the Advanced Remedial Massage Course, introducing the student to the art of manipulation, in addition to advancing their practice in non-manipulative techniques. This course is aimed at taking the student to the top of their profession, allowing them to treat the most complex and difficult cases. In addition to manipulation of the spine, sacrum and pelvis, the course covers manipulation of all peripheral joints. It also covers neurodynamic testing and treatment, cranial mobilisation, McKenzie technique for the cervical and lumbar spine, biomechanics of the upper...

The Diploma in Advanced Remedial Massage builds on the foundations laid within the Diploma in Remedial and Sports Massage to enable the practising massage therapist to build on their existing skills, allowing them to treat a much wider range of conditions and injuries. Advanced diagnostic skills are covered, together with the treatment and re-alignment of the spine and other imbalances within the body, allowing the practitioner to treat the condition presented with precision and effectiveness. next course starts weekend of 2/3rd November 2024. For full details see https://www.amts.co.uk/advanced-remedial-massage

The Diploma in Remedial and Sports Massage Course builds on the foundations laid within introductory courses such as Swedish or Holistic Massage to enable the student to effectively assess conditions and injuries, both within the clinical and sporting environment. Practical tools are given to treat these conditions, helping the student to reduce pain, promote healing and restore balance within the musculoskeletal system. Next course starts weekend of 2/3rd November 2024. For full details see https://www.amts.co.uk/remedial-and-sports-massage

This course enables students with no previous experience to attain the Diploma in Remedial and Sports Massage. Students will commence training by completing the syllabus for the Diploma in Swedish (Holistic) Massage. They will then advance to the Remedial and Sports module. Next course starts 14th September 2024. For full details see https://www.amts.co.uk/swedish-and-remedial-massage

Note: This course is available onlineLength: Varied, SQA Code: H8PK 04, SCQF Credit Points: 2This Unit is designed to develop the candidate’s knowledge and understanding of business including, the different types of businesses and the different business functions. They will also describe the changing patterns of employment and how it impacts on opportunities for learning and work.The learner will:* Understand that there are different types of business,* Understand how businesses function,* Understand changing patterns of employment,* Understand how the business activity is affected by market forces. There is tutor support available for online learners who wish to seek further...

Note: This course is available online Length: Varied, SQA Code: HD57 04, SCQF Credit Points: 6This unit is about the information management operations required to support business processes. It includes applying the tools and techniques for information record classification, storage and dissemination in line with the legal and regulatory environment and organisational guidelines and policies.The learner will:* Source and retrieve information to meet business requirements,* Apply guidelines for information management,* Organise and share information sources.There is tutor support available for online learners who wish to seek further assistance with the course. Tutors are available through the learning portal and...

Note: This course is available onlineLength: Varied, SQA Code: H8PL 04, SCQF Credit Points: 2This Unit is designed to teach you about an organisation’s procedures for dealing with legal, regulatory and ethical requirements relating to sales or marketing. You will also develop an understanding of the legal, regulatory and ethical limits of the sales or marketing role.The learner will:* Understand an organisation’s procedures for dealing with legal, regulatory and ethical requirements relating to sales or marketing,* Understand the legal, regulatory and ethical limits of the sales or marketing role. There is tutor support available for online learners who wish...