BTEC National Diploma in Sport for Development, Coaching & Fitness

Sport (Development, Coaching & Fitness) - BTEC National Diploma
What will I study?
Sports studies is a broad based discipline which embraces both the organisation and administration of sport together with the planning of sport activities. The programme will enable students to develop practical skills whilst increasing theoretical knowledge in relation to planning and conducting coaching sessions as well as being able to evaluate the coaching process.

How can I progress?
The course has been developed with the understanding that students can progress on to Higher Education courses.

What will I need to qualify for this course?
In order to qualify for this course students will need: *4 GCSE's Grade A - C *Or a vocational equivalent pending interview and entry assignments. A strong proven interest/involvement in practical sporting activities. A commitment to strive for personal improvement in at least one sporting context/activity.

Course Structure
This course is a 2 year vocational programme covering 18 units; *The body in action, *Health & safety in sport, *Training and fitness for sport, *Sports coaching, *Sports development, *Fitness testing for sport and exercise, *Practical team sports, *Practical individual sports, *Sports nutrition, *Sport and society, *Instructing physical activity and exercise, *Psychology for sports performance, *Sports injuries, *Sports and exercise massage, *Outdoor & Adventurous Activities, *Outdoor & Adventurous Expeditions, *Leadership in Sport, *Exercise for Specific Groups.

Course Duration
2 Years

Qualification Level
Level 3

Career
Assistant Sports Development Officer Assistant Health Promotions Officer Community Sports Worker