AS & A2 Physical Education

Physical Education focuses on sports coaching, officiating and performing in today’s society. Students find the course enjoyable and interesting where they are keen to discuss, participate and learn about the Physical Education disciplines.

Some of the topics studied include E.G. Anatomy and how the body functions in sports 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 coaching, performing and officiating sports activities.

Entry Requirements: A Level Physical Education requires you to achieve a minimum of 5 A-C GCSE grades (including English and Maths). In addition, applicants should also provide a reference demonstrating a committed approach to one of the following roles: a performer, an official &/ or a coach.

BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Sport

The Level 2 Diploma in Sport is a one year course aimed at learners who achieve a minimum of 4 A-D grades at GCSE. These
must include Maths or English. It is internally assessed so doesn't include external exams and has some practical elements. The
units covered include the following:

• Fitness Testing and Training
• Practical Sport
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Injury in Sport
• Sports Development
• Planning and Leading Sport
• Work Experience in the Sports Industry

This course will give you the underpinning knowledge of the above areas in sport and will enable you to progress onto a Level
3 Sport course providing you meet the minimum requirements.

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport

The Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport has an emphasis on sport development, coaching and exercise fitness. It is a two year full time course that is equivalent of 3 A Level grades.

The following units are a sample of those covered:

• Principles of Anatomy & Physiology in Sport
• Assessing Risk in Sport
• Sports Coaching
• Leadership in Sport
• Work-based experience in Sport
• Instructing Physical Activity and Exercise
• Organising Sports Events
• Fitness Testing for Sport and Exercise.

The entry requirements for this course are a minimum of 5 A-C GCSE grades including Maths and English, and Science is also preferred. (If you have completed a First Diploma in Sport you must have achieved a minimum of overall MERIT). Science is also preferred due to Anatomy & Physiology aspects of the course at this level.

This course will give you the opportunity and experience to work in the Sport Coaching and Development field, progress onto university and pursue careers such as Sports Development
Officer, Sport teacher, Fitness and Exercise Instructor and many more.

Previously attended: Alder Community High School
Studied: BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport

Bethany is a popular student who takes part in many enrichment activities including, Football, Badminton, Softball, Basketball, and Netball. She participated in a college trip to Italy and took part in a one mile charity run for Comic Relief. Bethany comments, “I chose to come to Hyde Clarendon because I heard that they had a fantastic success rate. I enjoy the friendly atmosphere around the college not just from the students but from the tutors as well”. “The tutors are always there for you if you need any extra help with an assignment. I am hoping to go to Leeds or Manchester Metropolitan University to study Sports Coaching. I eventually would like to have a career in Sports Coaching or become a PE Teacher”.