Sport Exercise and Fitness First Diploma
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In Barnstaple
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Course
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Location
Barnstaple
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Duration
1 Year
Sport (Exercise & Fitness) First Diploma. Prospectus Code (FTB42) Barnstaple. Length of Study. One year. Entry RequirementsCost. We try to keep costs to a minimum, but encourage students to purchase a course tracksuit, polo shirt/hoodie. There will also be a cost towards transport for any external trips/visits. The Programme. There are a variety of careers available in the sports industry,
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About this course
Four GCSEs at grade E or above, and an interest in sport and the willingness to do coursework.
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Course programme
Sport (Exercise & Fitness) First Diploma
Prospectus Code (FTB42) Barnstaple
Length of Study
One year.
Entry Requirements
Cost
We try to keep costs to a minimum, but encourage students to purchase a course tracksuit, polo shirt/hoodie. There will also be a cost towards transport for any external trips/visits.
The Programme
There are a variety of careers available in the sports industry, and the BTEC First Diploma in Sport is the first step for students who are hoping to work in this field. This programme provides the students with a taster of the vocational skills and experiences needed to undertake a career in sport. The course also provides pathway links into the three National Diploma Courses offered in the sports section.
The Programme Content
You will study six course units and each one is assessed by way of coursework assignments. Units include The Body in Sport, Instructing Exercise and Fitness, Practical Sport and Health & Safety. The assignments require you to produce work in several different ways, such as written work, organised coaching sessions, training plans and presentations. You will be involved in planning and leading sports activities, instructing exercise to others and contributing to real life sport experiences.
Progression / Careers
Students who complete the First Diploma with a Merit profile may progress onto a National Diploma in Sport, Outdoor Education or Public Services within the section. They will also qualify to choose any Level 3 programme eg AS Levels next year.
Sport Exercise and Fitness First Diploma