BTEC First Diploma in Sport for Exercise & Fitness

Sport (Exercise & Fitness) - BTEC First Diploma
What will I study?
The BTEC Level 2 First Diploma in Sport is a vocational broad based course covering a range of areas designed to prepare the learner for a career within the Sports Industry. It has a mix of practical and theoretical units and will provide a firm grounding to progress onto the National Diploma in Sport.

How can I progress?
If students achieve a merit or distinction grade and a satisfactory reference from their personal tutor, they may progress onto a National Diploma Course. Alternatively students may wish to enter into employment in the Sports Industry, working within a Leisure Centre.

What will I need to qualify for this course?
Students will normally need to have 1 of the following; *4 GCSEs at grade D-G, *A Foundation Certificate in a related subject, *Other related Level 1 or 2 qualifications.

Course Structure
In order to gain a full BTEC First Diploma in Sport (Exercise & Fitness) these units will be studied; *The Body in Sport Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology in relation to Sport and Exercise, *Health Safety and Injury in Sport Ensuring safe practise, including first aid and risk assessment, *Preparation for Sport Aspects relating to improved performance in the sporting arena, *Planning and leading sports activities Practical application of student designed sessions and event planning, *Practical Sport Participation and evaluation of personal performance, *Instructing Exercise & Fitness Design and Implementation of fitness sessions to meet clients needs.

Course Duration
35 weeks

Qualification Level
Level 2

Career
Leisure Attendant Sports Centre Assistant Coaching Assistant Activities Assistant