Physical Education - AS/A2
Sport and Physical Education focuses on the sports person playing and performing
in today's society. Students find the course enjoyable and interesting where they
are keen to discuss, participate and learn about the sports science disciplines.
Some of the topics studied include basic anatomy and how we function in sport activities;
sport psychology including the concept of learning and mental preparation for sport;
sport sociology including sport in society and its influence on culture and history.
Where possible these theoretical areas are taught in a practical situation. Also
in addition to these areas, students are assessed demonstrating sports activities
of their choice. The course experiences excellent results, encouraging students
to pursue careers in the sports industry.
First Diploma in Sport
The BTEC First Diploma in Sport is a 6 unit qualification including specialist topics:
- The Sports Industry
- Health,Safety and Injury
- Preparation for sport
- The body in Sport
- The performer and practical sports performance
This programme leads to a nationally recognised qualification and is aimed at training
sports students wishing to work in the areas of fitness and sports coaching.
All courses have no formal exams, there are externally set assignments but the course
is 100% assessed by course work. You must be prepared to work hard.
Progression maybe to a BTEC National Diploma or working in the Sports Industry either
for local authority or private leisure centres and swimming pools. Minimum entry
requirements are 4 GCSEs at Grade D.
National Diploma in Sport (Sports Development)
The BTEC National Diploma in Sport is an 18 unit qualification including topics
such as:
- Sport in Society
- The Reflective Practitioner
- Ethics and Values in Sport
- Health and Safety in Sport
- The Body in Action
- Nutrition for Weight Management
- Practical Sports Study (Team)
This programme leads to a nationally recognised qualification and is aimed at training
sports students wishing to work in the areas of fitness and sports coaching.
All courses have no formal exams, there are externally set assignments but the course
is 100% assessed by course work. You must be prepared to work hard.
Progression maybe to university degree course, BTEC Higher National Diploma or working
in the Sports Industry either for local authority or private leisure centres and
swimming pools. Minimum entry requirements are 5 GCSE's at Grade C.
NVQ Sport Activity Leadership Level 2
These courses lead to nationally recognised qualification within the Sport, Recreation
and Allied Occupations Industry, and appeal to part-time students, adults and full-time
non-PE students who may wish to do Primary School teaching as a future career, as
well as full time PE students.
You will learn through lectures, practical coaching, work placements, individual
assignments, group work, presentations, demonstrations, guest speakers/coaches and
resource based activities.
A range of units are covered including:
- Preparing for and leading sessions
- Team work
- Customer Services
- Maintaining facility areas Dealing with accidents and emergencies
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