National Diploma in Sports and Development and Fitness

Hospitality, Sport, Leisure and Public Services - Leisure and Travel
National Diploma in Sports and Development and Fitness(2010/2011)
Study Method:
Attendance is three days a week over a two year period. The course is assessed through academic and practical projects, student portfolios, group work and integrated vocational assessment.
Duration :Two year period - three days per week
Who the Course is For:
Applications are welcome from those who wish to develop or enhance the skills and knowledge necessary for a successful career within the various employment opportunities of the sport and fitness industry.
A sound educational background or appropriate previously gained experience, together with essential personal qualities are important to gain success in the highly competitive leisure industry.
Assessment:
All units will be internally assessed and externally moderated by the awarding body.
Course Leads To:
The BTEC National Diploma in Sports Development and Fitness is designed to equip you with the necessary academic and practical coaching skills required by the sports, fitness and leisure industry, or progression to University.
During the course of your study, you will also undertake an intense and broad based programme of qualifications and coaching awards, designed to meet the needs of the local, national and international fitness and sports development industry.
Entry Requirements:
You will need to be at least 16 years old and we require candidates to have one of the following:
4 GCSEs at C grade or above, to include English Language.
Applications from mature students are warmly welcomed.
Content:
18 Units including:
* The body in action
* Health and safety in sport
* Training and fitness for sport
* Sports coaching
* Sports development
* Fitness testing for sport and exercise
* Practical team sports
* Practical indivisual sports
* Sports nutrition
* Leadership in sport
* Exercise, health and lifestyle
* Instructing physical activity and exercise
* Exercise for specific groups
* Sports injuries
* Rules, regulations and officiating sport
* Organising sports events
* Working with children in sport
* Work-based experience in sport
You will also undertake a number of coaching and relevant vocational awards, e.g.
* Basketball
* First Aid
* Community Sports Leaders Award
* Higher Sports Leaders Award
*Certificate in Fitness Instructing
*Communication key skills
Extra Curricular Activities offered:
*Educational Visit to Thorpe Park
*Go karting
*Clay Pigeon Shooting
*Various sports competitions - football, basketball, volleyball
*Stubbers