First Diploma Sports Performance

Vocational qualification

In Nantwich

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Description

  • Type

    Vocational qualification

  • Location

    Nantwich

  • Duration

    1 Year

This course provides an introduction to the many ways of achieving excellence in sport. You will learn theory based principles which relate to a practical activities. This course provides an excellent foundation on which to progress onto the National Certificate or National Diploma in Sports Performance and Excellence, if you wish.

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Location

Start date

Nantwich (Cheshire)
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Reaseheath, CW5 6DF

Start date

On request

About this course

A combination of GCSEs at grades C/D Including Maths and English. An interest in sport is essential.

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Course programme

First Diploma Sports Performance
Introduction
This course provides an introduction to the many ways of achieving excellence in sport. You will learn theory based principles which relate to a practical activities. This course provides an excellent foundation on which to progress onto the National Certificate or National Diploma in Sports Performance and Excellence, if you wish.

About the course
The is a very varied course so you won't get the chance to be bored! You will learn about the fitness requirements of sport through practical assessments and you will play a wide variety of sports so you understand the rules and regulations and the physical requirements of different activities. You must enjoy all sport - that's an order!.

The course includes
  • The body in sport
  • Health, safety and injury in sport
  • The sports industry
  • Practical sport
  • Technical skills and tactical awareness for sports performance
  • Psychology for sports performance
  • Nutrition for sports performance
  • Fitness for sports performance
  • Lifestyle and sports performance
  • Functional skills in Maths, English or ICT


Length of the course
  • 1 year

What qualifications will I gain?
  • First Diploma in Sport Performance
  • FA Level 1 in Coaching Football (Possible)
  • Functional skills in Maths, English or ICT

Course options after this programme
  • National Certificate/Diploma in Sports Performance and Excellence

Career options
  • Working in Sports shops, leisure centres and Gyms.
  • Excellent preparation for progressing onto a National programme.


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