ACTIVE IQ
LEVEL 4 CERTIFICATE IN PHYSICAL ACTIVITY & LIFESTYLE STRATEGIES FOR MANAGING LOW BACK PAIN
ONLINE
So, you have completed your Level 3 Exercise Referral and find yourself searching for the next level, to push your fitpro status to Level 4 and differentiate yourself as an expert. Studying online is the perfect way to specialise while you work and continue to build your business.
This qualification will allow access to Level 4 on REPs if all of the other requirements have been met. You will train to a professionally competent level, enabling you to prescribe, plan, conduct and review programmes to address the needs of patients/clients with low back pain.
This qualification will allow access to Level 4 on REPs if all of the other requirements have been met. You will train to a professionally competent level, enabling you to prescribe, plan, conduct and review programmes to address the needs of patients/clients with low back pain.
Entry Requirements
You must hold a Level 3 Certificate/Diploma in Exercise Referral.
You must hold a Level 3 Certificate/Diploma in Exercise Referral.
Enrolment
We are not currently enrolling students for this course.
We are not currently enrolling students for this course.
- OPTION ONE : Pay in full today by Paypal. Start your course and schedule your practical assessments as soon as your enrolment has been processed. Single payment of £550.
- OPTION TWO : Don’t delay your career development. Use the instalment plan to book your course dates and schedule your practical assessments as soon as your enrolment has been processed. You will make 4 x Paypal payments of £180 (total cost £720). Please note: practical assessments will only be scheduled and your certificate will only be issued once final payment is received.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is for professionals who have already qualified in Level 3 Exercise Referral.
This course is for professionals who have already qualified in Level 3 Exercise Referral.
What Qualification Will I Gain?
The Active IQ Level 4 Certificate in Exercise for the Management of Lower Back Pain I will gain is accredited by Active IQ. It also provides access onto The Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) at level 4 and is internationally recognised. This means I’ll be able to travel throughout the UK, Europe and Australia and my qualifications will be fully recognised.
The Active IQ Level 4 Certificate in Exercise for the Management of Lower Back Pain I will gain is accredited by Active IQ. It also provides access onto The Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) at level 4 and is internationally recognised. This means I’ll be able to travel throughout the UK, Europe and Australia and my qualifications will be fully recognised.
How Is This Course Taught?
**eLearning system requirements: you will need access to a computer or laptop. You will need Adobe Flash Player installed on your computer, which can be downloaded free of charge from the Adobe website. You will also need to ensure your computer is able to play sound as some of the videos include audio.
- You will have access to the Active IQ Academy, an online study platform* as well as email support from your designated tutor.
- Also, please refer to our Terms and Conditions
**eLearning system requirements: you will need access to a computer or laptop. You will need Adobe Flash Player installed on your computer, which can be downloaded free of charge from the Adobe website. You will also need to ensure your computer is able to play sound as some of the videos include audio.
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Aim
- To train candidates to a professionally competent level, enabling them to prescribe, plan, conduct and review programmes to address the needs of patients/clients with low back pain.
- To development of a specific in depth understanding of functional anatomy and bio mechanics, relating to the spine and lower back.
- To apply appropriate training approaches to plan and design progressive programmes for clients suffering with low back pain.
- To develop an understanding of the disease process and how activity or inactivity influences low back pain management
- To develop an understanding of medications, psychological/sociological factors and co-morbidities that influence an individual’s ability to exercise safely and effectively.
Course Content
Qualification Structure
Unit 1 – The Principles of Progressive Exercise Programming for Clients with Low Back Pain
Unit 2 – Progressive Exercise Programming for Clients with Low Back Pain
Qualification Structure
Unit 1 – The Principles of Progressive Exercise Programming for Clients with Low Back Pain
- Prevalence of low back pain and the effect of activity and inactivity
- Epidemiology of low back pain
- How to report, manage and evaluate client information
Unit 2 – Progressive Exercise Programming for Clients with Low Back Pain
- Collecting information and agreeing goals and activities
- Designing, recording, preparing and instructing a progressive exercise programme for a client with low back pain
- Reviewing and modifying a programme
Download the Qualification Guidance Document:

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Assessment Methods
Support
Throughout your studies, we are available via email to support you any way we can and mentor you throughout the duration of your course. Our job is to ensure that you are making good progress towards the achievement of your qualification and that you are managing to handle your workload comfortably.
- Worksheet
- Case Study
- Practical Observation
Support
Throughout your studies, we are available via email to support you any way we can and mentor you throughout the duration of your course. Our job is to ensure that you are making good progress towards the achievement of your qualification and that you are managing to handle your workload comfortably.