Health, Fitness & Lifestyle - Level 5

The Health, Fitness and Lifestyle course covers a range of topics designed to provide both theoretical knowledge and practical skills, including: 

• Principles of health and well-being
• Nutrition and healthy eating
• Mental health and well-being awareness
• Lifestyle choices and their long-term impact
• The relationship between lifestyle factors and physical health, including the effects of sleep, stress, and physical activity levels
• Modern living and its influence on lifestyle habits, including work-life balance and digital well-being
• Communication and interpersonal skills 

This course provides a valuable stepping stone to a variety of career opportunities with a wide range of employers, including: 

• Community health initiatives
• Health and social care employers
• Leisure and recreation facilities 

• Upon successful completion of this course, students can advance to SCQF Level 6 courses within the Sport and Health and Social Care departments.

Three Nat 4 subjects or completion of study at SCQF level 4 required for this course. Students should also meet the following criteria: 

• A keen interest in health, fitness, and lifestyle
• A sociable personality with strong communication and leadership skills
• Willingness to engage with other students and participate in group activities
• Good written and verbal communication 

Further advice for full-time applicants:

• Please ensure you have an online account before starting your application
• If you created your account prior to November 2024, you will need to register a new account
• Before starting the application process, please ensure you already hold or are working towards the relevant entry qualifications required for the course you are applying for
• Ensure you use your own personal email address when creating your online account
• Once you have submitted your application, you will receive an automated email immediately
• If you do not receive an acknowledgement e-mail immediately, please check your SPAM/Junk folder
• Please include as much detail as possible in your personal statement such as: the reason you are applying, future career plans, previous employment, relevant experience, hobbies and interests
• Disclosing support needs in your application will not affect your chances of being offered a place on a course at Forth Valley College
• If your application is successful, you will be invited for interview. For January start courses interviews will be in Nov/Dec and interviews for August start courses will take place between February and May
• If your application is unsuccessful, you will be offered support in finding a suitable alternative course
• Applicants who provide a mobile phone number on their application form will be sent a text reminder prior to the day of interview
• If you are unable to attend an interview or wish to withdraw your application - please email student.applications@forthvalley.ac.uk