Course Summary
This course combines academic study with playing both team and individual pursuits and gives insights into the many different career pathways you can pursue. You gain an understanding of the knowledge and skills required for a successful career in the sporting industry with experience of speaking in front of groups, planning and delivering different practical activities.
Key Topics
- Developing coaching skills (Year 1)
- Applied coaching skills (Year 2)
- Health, wellbeing and sport
- Employment in sport and physical activity
- Sports development
- Anatomy & physiology.
Assessment
This course is 100% coursework.
Enrichment Opportunities
- Apply coaching experience to sports day events
- University trips and taster sessions
- Developing coaching experience working alongside Team Spirit
- Visit to local gyms including taster sessions
- Rewards trip for high achievers
- Hear from industry professionals and speakers throughout the course.
Progression
University courses: Physical Education, Physiotherapy, Sports & Health, Sport Science, Sport Psychology, Sport & Recreational Management.
Career options: teacher of physical education, personal trainer,physiotherapy, sports data analyst, nutritionist, event management.
Entry Requirements
At least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English.