Within this course, you will complete 2 mandatory exams in year 1 and year 2 and four / five coursework units in year 1 / 2. You'll spend some time in the classroom, participating in practical sessions in the sports complex, and gaining real-life work experience working within your desired career choice. Alongside all of this, you will be able to participate in many of the sporting academies that we offer here at the college. Topics In Year 1 of the program, students will study the following units: - Functional anatomy (exam) - Applied sport and exercise psychology (exam) - Field and lab-based fitness testing - Coaching for performance and fitness - Specialised fitness training - Research methods Units are a mixture of practical and theoretical elements, and you will be assessed in different ways such as written assignments, exams, presentations, practical observations, and the production of videos. The course is a 2-year programme and once all units are complete, students can progress to the Extended Diploma in Year 2 which is equivalent of up to 3 A Levels. A major part of the course is gaining the knowledge to prepare you for further education and your desired career. Alongside the course, you will be gaining industry experience where you will develop many employability skills that will set you apart from the rest. You will gain key skills such as, time management, organizational skills, communicational skills, and observing and providing feedback whilst on placement. This can be selected by you or guided by your lecturer to help prepare you for your desired job role.
Applicants require five GSCEs at 9-4 grades, plus English, Maths, and Science at a minimum of grade 4.
You will be assessed throughout the course in a number of different ways. These will be written assignments, presentations, production of videos, and practical observations.
About Education Provider
| Region | North East |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Willerby Grove, Peterlee, SR8 2RN |
Within this course, you will complete 2 mandatory exams in year 1 and year 2 and four / five coursework units in year 1 / 2. You'll spend some time in the classroom, participating in practical sessions in the sports complex, and gaining real-life work experience working within your desired career choice. Alongside all of this, you will be able to participate in many of the sporting academies that we offer here at the college. Topics In Year 1 of the program, students will study the following units: - Functional anatomy (exam) - Applied sport and exercise psychology (exam) - Field and lab-based fitness testing - Coaching for performance and fitness - Specialised fitness training - Research methods Units are a mixture of practical and theoretical elements, and you will be assessed in different ways such as written assignments, exams, presentations, practical observations, and the production of videos. The course is a 2-year programme and once all units are complete, students can progress to the Extended Diploma in Year 2 which is equivalent of up to 3 A Levels. A major part of the course is gaining the knowledge to prepare you for further education and your desired career. Alongside the course, you will be gaining industry experience where you will develop many employability skills that will set you apart from the rest. You will gain key skills such as, time management, organizational skills, communicational skills, and observing and providing feedback whilst on placement. This can be selected by you or guided by your lecturer to help prepare you for your desired job role.
Applicants require five GSCEs at 9-4 grades, plus English, Maths, and Science at a minimum of grade 4.
You will be assessed throughout the course in a number of different ways. These will be written assignments, presentations, production of videos, and practical observations.