National Certificate Sports Performance and Excellence

National Certificate Sports Performance and Excellence

Introduction
This course is designed to increase your knowledge to the many components of achieving excellence in sport. You will learn theory based principles which relate to a practical activities. This course provides an excellent springboard from which to progress onto a foundation degree in a sports related area. It will also provide you with the knowledge to find an interesting job in the field of sport.

About the course
This is a 2 year course, covering 12 of the modules outlined below. This is a very varied course so you won't get the chance to be bored! You will learn about the fitness requirements of sport through practical assessments and you will play a wide variety of sports so you understand the rules and regulations and the physical requirements of different activities. You must enjoy all sport - that's an order! You will also gain valuable industry experience from a work placement which will help you to find a job in the future.

The course includes

• The body in action
  
• Fitness testing for sport and exercise
  
• Psychology for sports performance
  
• The athlete's lifestyle
  
• Instructing physical activity and exercise
  
• Analysis of sports performance
  
• Organising sports events
  
• Work-based experience in sport
  
• Training and fitness for sport
  
• Sports nutrition
  
• Technical and tactical skills in sport
  
• Exercise, health and lifestyle
  
• Sports injuries
  
• Rules, regulations and officiating in sport
  
• Sport as a business
  
• Functional skills in Maths, English or ICT (dependent on previous qualifications)
  

Length of the course

• 2 years
  

What qualifications will I gain?

• National Certificate in Sports Performance and Excellence
  
• FA Level 2 in Coaching Football (Possible)
  
• Level 2 qualification in Gym Instruction (Possible)
  
• Functional skills in Maths, English or ICT
  

Course options after this programme

• Upgrade National Certificate to National Diploma by studying 6 more modules (1 more year)
  
• Foundation Degree in a Sport Related Area
  

Career options

• Nutritionist
  
• Gym Instructor
  
• Coach
  
• Physio's Assistant
  
• Teacher
  
• Referee
  
• Strength and Conditioning Coach
  
• Personal Trainer
  

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