About the course

The course includes vocational units which are specific to Sports sector and are designed to give you intermediate knowledge of the various sectors including Sports, Coaching, Health and Nutrition and Fitness. Your studies will help you develop your self-confidence and wider knowledge of the Sports sector ready for work experience, learning sector specific skills such as practical sport and fitness testing, injury in sport and anatomy and physiology.

Start Date/s

05/09/2023

Entry Requirements

A minimum of two GCSEs at grade 5 or above including English Language OR a relevant Level 1 Diploma and GCSE grade 5 in English Language

Modules

The one year programme includes 7 intermediate units including Practical Sport, Anatomy and Physiology, Fitness Testing, Nutrition, Injury in Sport, Planning and Leading Sports Activities and Psychology

Assessment

The vocational diploma is assessed via coursework where you will create a portfolio of evidence to show your practical application of the units.

Careers & Progression

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sports and Exercise Science and Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity. Students also have the opportunity to progress onto Apprenticeship programmes or into the industry.

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