BTEC Level - Sport and Active Leisure

Course content:

This highly practical and experiential course stimulates the students' interest in working in the sport and leisure industry and provides the skills and knowledge to progress onto further study.

Who is the course for?

• Students who wish to progress to the BTEC Level 2 Diploma Sport
• For those with a strong interest in sport and who have the ability to develop a range of sport activities

Students undertake modules covering the healthy body, event organisation, issues effecting sport and practical sport performance.

Level: Level 1 Course Type: Full Time Entry RequirementsEntry Requirements:

• 4 GCSE's at Grade E including English and Maths (equivalent qualifications and experience will be considered)
• Evidence of sustained interest and motivation in sport
• Ability to cope with a programme of physical activity

Progression & AssessmentAssessment and Progression:

The majority of assessment takes place through coursework, which builds up into a portfolio of evidence. Students are set assignments which involve completing a series of tasks within a specific deadline. This style of assessment is a real strength of the course as it allows students the opportunity to use the specialist library and IT resources alongside tutor support, in order to ensure that the work they submit is reflective of their knowledge and understanding without the time pressure of exams

Progression:

Where can this course lead me?

The BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Sport and Active Leisure is intended as a stepping stone to the BTEC First Diploma (Exercise and Fitness). This progression will inevitably depend on your performance, with a minimum of a Merit profile being required for progression. There are also opportunities to progress into employment in areas such as public and private leisure / health facilities, sports coaching, sports development, the uniformed services and administrative careers. Your personal tutor and careers advisors are available to help you make the right choice when it is time to plan the next step

Duration:

1 year