Level: 2 | Duration: 1 Year | Details: September
What is this course about?
On this course you will study a variety of sports related subjects on a full-time basis. The course is designed for those who want a career in the sport, health or exercise industry.
During the year you learn about sports performance, sports coaching, nutrition, how to instruct exercise and fitness, anatomy and how the body works, health and safety, strength training and conditioning and will take part in practical sport.
You will also study either Functional Skills of GCSE’s to support your practical and career development.
Why choose this course?
The sports staff have a wealth of sporting experience and will fully support your progress on the course. In addition to your main qualification, you will also have the opportunity to gain coaching awards and take part in a variety of enrichment activities.
Entry requirements:
4 GCSEs at grades 9 – 3 including a Grade 3 in English Language and Grade 2 in Maths.
How will I be assessed?
Coursework, Group Seminars, Professional Discussions and Practical Delivery are some of the assessments methods used to achieve the modules.
Units include:
- Coaching
- Participation in Sport
- Planning and Leading an Event
- Work Experience
- Developing Sporting Skills and Tactical Awareness
- Anatomy and Physiology for Exercise
- Development of Personal Fitness Through Training
What will this course lead on to?
The majority of our students progress onto the YMCA Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training or Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport. There are also opportunities to apply for the armed forces, or to seek employment within leisure centres, health clubs or sport coaching within the UK or abroad.
The Cronton Experience:
During your time at Cronton Sixth Form College, you will have the opportunity to take part in a number of different enrichment activities in your free time. These will increase your enjoyment of your studies and equip you for further success. Click the image below for more information!
Course Features
- Lectures 0
- Quizzes 0
- Duration 50 hours
- Skill level All levels
- Language English
- Students 0
- Assessments Yes