Intermediate Diploma in Skills for Sport (Olympic): Site Broomfield Hall

Course Content: The course is made up of a number of units which can include: GCSE English or Maths Sports Facility Operations Sports Project Designing Exercise Programmes Work Placement It also includes a tutorial session to monitor your progress, set targets, support your main programme of study, help your future progression and enhance your life skills. The completion of your GCSE will enable you to apply for higher level courses. You need to be aware that certain volunteering events take place at weekends and you will be expected to attend these. How will I be assessed? You will build a portfolio based around evidence generated by the various assessment methods in each unit. You are expected to work on multiple assessments at any one time. You will be assessed through practical demonstrations, logbooks and performance records, written reports and essays, presentations, workbooks, discussions and vivas. Maths and English will be assessed through course work, controlled assessment and final exam. Are there any additional costs or specialist equipment required? You are expected to contribute to the costs of trips, guest speakers and yearly gym membership. This cost is expected to be £50. Uniforms must be purchased if not already owned. There may be additional events during the year to which you are expected to contribute. Financial assistance is available depending on your individual circumstances. For applicants from outside the region or who travel over distance, the College has residential accommodation if required. What can I do after this course? Further study If you achieve a Merit grade or better on the Level 2 Diploma, and show a high standard of attendance, discipline and meeting deadlines, you can progress to the following courses at Derby College: Advanced Diploma in Sport (Development, Coaching and Fitness) Advanced Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science Advanced Diploma in Uniformed Public Services Intermediate Certificate in Fitness Instruction Intermediate Diploma in Health, Fitness and Exercise Instruction Intermediate Diploma in Public Services Careers Alternatively you may wish to seek employment in the sport and active leisure industry.