Full Time BTEC National Diploma in Sport and Exercise Sciences

Level : 3

· Qualification Name : BTEC National Diploma in Sport and Exercise Sciences

· Qualification Type : BTEC National Diploma

· Awarding Body : BTEC

· Start Date : September 2010

· Start Time : tbc

· End Time : tbc

· Course Fees : £3380. The fee quoted is the 2008 price, this for guidance only and will be confirmed at enrolment.

· Venue : Calderdale College

· Academic Department : Health, Well Being and Business

· Course Overview: · The Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science is designed for learners who are preparing for future employment in the sport, sports injury, health and fitness industries. The course provides a pathway for learners wishing to apply for entry to appropriate undergraduate degree programmes. All candidates are required to complete all 18 units: Anatomy for Sport and Exercise Sport and Exercise Physiology Sport and Exercise Psychology Research Methods for Sport and Exercise Sciences Research Project in Sport and Exercise Sciences Sports Biomechanics Training and Fitness for Sport Fitness Testing for Sport and Exercise Exercise, Health and Lifestyle Sports Coaching Sports Nutrition Sports and Society Sports and Exercise Massage Sports Injuries Practical Team Sports Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology Instructing Physical Activity and Exercise Analysis of Sports Performance

Entry Requirements: · An advanced course suitable for those with at least 5 GCSEs at grades A-C, which should include at least 2 of which should include English and Science and/or a relevant level 2 qualification such as BTEC First Diploma, GNVQ Intermediate, NVQ Level 2 or equivalent/relevant work experience.