Full-time Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport in Association with the Darren Clarke Golf School
BTEC
In Coleraine
Description
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Type
BTEC
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Location
Coleraine (Northern Ireland)
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Duration
2 Years
Facilities
Location
Start date
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About this course
Applicants should have, at least 4 GCSEs at Grade C or above, or other relevant/equivalent qualifications, or appropriate work experience
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Course programme
Duration2 years, Full-time Awarding Body
Edexcel
Entry Requirements
Applicants should have, at least 4 GCSEs at Grade C or above, or other relevant qualifications, or appropriate work experience.
Preference will be given to applicants that have GCSE Grade C in English and Maths.
In circumstances where there are more applications for the course than there are places available, the College reserves the right to ask for higher grades.
Course Content
Units include:
• The Body in Action
• Health and Safety in Sport
• Training and Fitness for Sport
• Sports Coaching
• Event Management
• Practical Team/Individual Sports
• Outdoor Adventurous Activities
• Sports Coaching Badges
If you are accepted onto this course without a Grade C or above in Maths and/or English you will be required to complete the relevant Essential Skills qualification. This will be a compulsory part of your timetable.
Course Aims
To provide the necessary knowledge and skills to gain employment in the wide variety of Sports Careers. To investigate also the breadth of the Sports Industry, from Health and Fitness; Coaching Teaching and Instruction; Sports Therapy; Health Promotion; Sports Development; Countryside Recreation and Outdoor Pursuits. To establish a basis, through appropriate achievement, for continuing education and career development. A Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma is a practical work-related course. You learn by completing projects and assignments which are based on realistic workplace activities and demands.
Special Features
Recognised coaching qualifications in a variety of sporting disciplines. Visits, guest speakers and involvement in local Sports Development Projects. Team building residentials.
Assessment Methods
Continuous Assessment through assignments and practical activities.
Achievements/Qualifications
Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport, holding the direct equivalence of 3 ‘A’ Levels.
Progression Routes
Level 3 BTEC Extended Diplomas are valued by employers and higher education (Universities and colleges). If you want to get a job straight away you could work in:
• Sports Centres
• Leisure Centres
• Outdoor Activities Centres
If you decide to go to university or college you could take a degree or a BTEC Higher National in subjects such as:
• Sports Studies
• Leisure Management
• Recreation Management
• Teacher Training
Full-time Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport in Association with the Darren Clarke Golf School