Sport and Leisure Introductory Diploma

Sport and Leisure Introductory Diploma
Course Overview
The Level 1 Introductory Certificate and Diploma in Sport and Leisure are designed to provide a basic introduction to working in the Sport & Leisure sector and offer opportunities for accessing further study, such as a BTEC First qualification.
In addition we offer a varied sports enrichment programme.
Start Date
Duration
Venue

06 September 2010
1 year
Westbank Campus, Skelmersdale

Who The Course is for
This course is for students who want to study an academic programme to broaden their specialist focus, either to prepare for employment or to progress to a higher level course.
Course Content
-Starting Work in Sport and Leisure
-Working in Sport and Leisure
-The Healthy Body
Plus 2 Personal Skills Units and 3 Vocational Option Units.
Entry RequirementsLearning & Assessment Methods
You will be continuously assessed throughout the course by competing projects and assignments based on realistic workplace situations. An overall grade for the qualification is awarded to all learners who successfully complete all units and grades awarded are Pass, Merit or Distinction.
Qualifications Gained
BTEC Level 1 Introductory Certificate and Diploma in Sport and Leisure
Tutorial & Enrichment Studies
Progression Opportunities
If you achieve an overall merit you will be able to progress onto the BTEC First Diploma in Sport.
Career Opportunities
With further training or study, learners may progress into sport related careers.. A BTEC Introductory Diploma gives a good preparation for both employment and more advanced courses such as BTEC First Diploma in Sport.
Course Costs
If you are 16-18 years old you do not have to pay course tuition fees*.

If you need information on any financial support that may be available to you with fees or study costs on this course.
*exam and registration fees will be paid by the college subject to satisfactory attendance and course completion.