The Psychology of Behaviour Change
E-Learning Module
Resolving to become fitter, or to lose weight, means making a change in one's personal lifestyle. Change can be
difficult and often the psychological impact is underestimated. Many individuals fall by the wayside, however wellintentioned
they may be. That is why it is so important, if you want to be able to give advice to clients in the areas of
Personal Training and Nutrition, that you have a good understanding of the psychological aspects of change..
Health information is readily available and exercise
facilities are abundant, and yet so many people seem
unable to make the effort to live a more healthy lifestyle.
At least part of the problem is the difficulty of overcoming
the inherent psychological barriers.
That is why, if your prescription of safe and effective
exercise or diet is to be effective, you need to understand
something of the scientific theory of the human response
to change. You can then go on to develop a range of tools
that will help you support your clients in their efforts to
reach their goals.
This online Module covers the core knowledge
requirements for Behaviour Change outlined in the
occupational standards for NVQ Level 3 in 'Instructing
Physical Activity and Exercise'.
Aims and Benefits
This e-learning online Module will give you the freedom to learn at
your own speed in the comfort of your own home. The
benefits of taking this online Module is that you will:
- Learn how people change
- Learn a range of skills to support your clients
through change
- Learn about strategies for change
- Develop your own personal awareness
- Be a more effective health professional
Module Format
This online Module is formatted into bite-size lessons
giving you the option to start and stop your training to
suit your own time commitments. The Module consists
of professionally written Distance Learning materials and
fully interactive online tutorials to suit a wide range of
learning styles. It is recommended that your computer
has access to audio to complete this Module, however
the Module can be completed in its entirety without. Learn more about e-learning
Module content
Working within the exercise or weight management field
requires you to help clients make and sustain a change in
lifestyle behaviour. This online Module introduces you to a
range of skills that will help you to support your clients
through change.
Components include:
- Improving your communication and consultation skills
- Active and reflective listening techniques
- Introduction to the psychology of human behaviour
- The transtheoretical model for change
- Introduction to psychometric testing and their use in
weight management/exercise adherence
- How to use psychometric testing as a tool for change
- Goal setting.
Assessment
There is continual ongoing assessment, as you work through
this Module. This ongoing assessment is via numerous,
interactive, online activities at the end of each lesson. This
assessment format provides you with the opportunity to test
understanding and receive immediate feedback.
Entry requirements
This Module is a required component of the following Diplomas:
Details of prerequisites are available on request.
Certification and credits (REPs)
A Future Fit Training certificate and 16 REPs CPD points.
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