TQH LEVEL 3
Award in Supporting Antenatal and Postnatal Clients through Fitness and Well-being.
The TQH Level 3 Award in Supporting Antenatal and Postnatal Clients through Fitness and Well-being serves as the definitive specialist route for fitness professionals seeking to provide expert care during one of life's most significant physiological transitions. This qualification ensures that practitioners attain a profound understanding of the biological shifts occurring during and after pregnancy, empowering them to prescribe exercise that supports both maternal health and fetal development.
Centres delivering this programme provide the environment for students to successfully bridge the gap between clinical theory and empathetic application. By mastering the nuances of contraindications, pelvic health, and postnatal recovery, learners achieve the technical proficiency and professional confidence needed to lead this vital specialist sector.
Achievement Summary
Maternal Physiology Students attain deep knowledge of the hormonal, anatomical, and biomechanical changes during the pre and postnatal periods.
Prescriptive Excellence Learners successfully design and adapt bespoke exercise programmes for various stages of the maternity journey.
Clinical Safety Learners secure the ability to conduct rigorous health screenings and identify contraindications to physical activity.
Well-being Integration Students attain the expertise to support mental well-being and nutritional health during the perinatal transition.
| Unit Component | Level | GLH | Credits | Portfolio | Practical |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Understand health, nutrition and well-being for antenatal and postnatal females | 3 | 12 | 1 | ✔ | — |
| Understand benefits and barriers to participating in physical activity | 3 | 4 | 1 | ✔ | — |
| Understand professional practice | 3 | 3 | 1 | ✔ | — |
| Understand, plan, prepare, continuously evaluate and review exercise sessions | 3 | 6 | 1 | ✔ | — |
Grading & Assessment Policy
Successful completion of all mandatory components results in a Pass grade. Specialist evidence must be uploaded via 'The Hub' for quality assurance.