Why do instructors and managers choose ICI training? Why should you? Here's a quick comparison of courses available:
Feature |
ICI |
YMCA Fit |
Premier Global |
Internationally recognised certification |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Named personal tutor throughout |
Yes |
No |
No |
Updated at least yearly |
Yes |
No |
No |
Blended learning |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
Prerequisites/prior fitness qualifications required |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
Recognised by the National Academy of Sports Medicine and Athletics as an Approved Continuing Education Provider and providing 1.7 CEUs |
Yes |
No |
No |
Recognised by the Athletics and Fitness Association of America as an Approved Continuing Education Provider and providing 15 CEUs |
Yes |
No |
No |
Certificate typically sent within 2 working days of passing the course |
Yes |
No |
No |
One-to-one individual support with a master trainer |
Yes |
No |
No |
1-day, 2-day or fully online comprehensive course available |
Yes |
No |
No |
Group teaching skills |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Correct bike setup and posture |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Effective cycling technique |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Class planning |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Class delivery |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Use of music |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Health and safety |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Biomechanics |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Advanced anatomy and physiology |
Yes |
No |
No |
Applied anatomy and physiology |
Yes |
No |
No |
Heartrate zone training with cardiotraining software |
Yes |
No |
No |
Future proofing your career and staying ahead of the industry |
Yes |
No |
No |
Injury prevention |
Yes |
No |
Yes |
Litigation and how to avoid it |
Yes |
No |
No |
Measuring change |
Yes |
No |
No |
Customer service |
Yes |
No |
Yes |
Post-course alumni support |
Yes |
No |
No |
Information updated: 19/4/2023