BTEC National Diploma in Sport (Development, Coaching and Fitness)
BTEC
In Leek
Description
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Type
BTEC
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Location
Leek
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Duration
2 Years
All students take the seven core units: The Body in Action. Health and Safety in Sport. Training and Fitness for Sport. Sports Coaching. Sports Development. Fitness Testing for Sport and Exercise. Practical Team Sports. Plus eleven specialist units. Practical Individual Sports. Sports Nutrition. Leadership in Sport. Exercise, Health and Lifestyle. Instructing Physical Activity and Exercise. Psychology for.
Important information
Government funding available
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About this course
Entry onto the programme can be via any of the following:
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Course programme
BTEC National
Introduction
The Edexcel BTEC National in Sport is a broad based National Vocational Qualification, which provides a detailed understanding of the Sports Industry. The qualification gives opportunity to begin studying for a range of sports related professions including careers in health and fitness, sports therapy & sports coaching. The course comprises of 18 units that are continually assessed via course work projects. It is vocational in nature combining theoretical and practical units. The BTEC National is equivalent to three A levels.
Course Content
All students take the seven core units:
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The Body in Action
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Health and Safety in Sport
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Training and Fitness for Sport
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Sports Coaching
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Sports Development
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Fitness Testing for Sport and Exercise
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Practical Team Sports
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Practical Individual Sports
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Sports Nutrition
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Leadership in Sport
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Exercise, Health and Lifestyle
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Instructing Physical Activity and Exercise
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Psychology for Sports Performance
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Sport and Exercise Massage
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Rules, Regulations and Officiating in Sport
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Organising Sports Events
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Working with Children in Sport
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Work-based Experience in Sport
Entry onto the programme can be via any of the following:
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5 GCSE passes grade â€-C†or above
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Level 2 qualifaction (Merit grade)
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Aged 19 over, with a willingness to succeed
Duration
The BTEC National Diploma in Sport (Development, Coaching and Fitness) is a full-time programme lasting for two years.
Assessment
The programme is assessed continuously via coursework in most units. A range of assessment methods are used including practical sports, written reports, work experience and investigations.
There is a strong student-centred approach to the course where all students are encouraged to develop the confidence to learn independently.
Progression
It will enable successful students to move into a career in the sports industry. Upon completion you will be able to make informed choices regarding future employment opportunities such as: provision of individual/group sports activities, health promotion, coaching and community development. As a valid alternative to A levels BTEC Nationals can provide an entry route to Higher Education courses in sports related courses, such as sports development and coaching, leisure management and teacher training.
" It was a fun and enjoyable course to do. I think it's a great course to do if you are looking to further develop your understanding of sport.
Lecturers were great and I have made a lot of new friends."
Going to study BSc Sport Performance & Coaching at Staffordshire University
"I think the lecturers and atmosphere at the college are why I achieved the grade I did. The course offers a wide range of activities such as educational holidays, fundraising events and additional courses which have all been an added bonus of coming to Leek College. My experience at Leek College is the main reason that I have decided to further my studies at Durham University."
Going to study BA Sport Studies at Durham University
BTEC National Diploma in Sport (Development, Coaching and Fitness)