Course outline The level 3 Cambridge technical extended certificate in sport and physical activity is a two year, five unit course and is equivalent to one A level. You will develop personal, practical, professional and social skills through interaction with performers, clients and team mates, as well as theoretical knowledge and understanding to underpin these skills. Lesson structure and expectations You will be encouraged and expected to work both as part of a group and individually on a variety of written and practical tasks. Portfolios can take a number of forms such as essays, presentations, information leaflets, displays etc. You will also be given the opportunity to develop key skills in the areas of communication, application of numbers, information technology, problem solving, working with others and improving your own learning and performance. Compulsory Units Body systems and the effects of physical activity Sports coaching and activity leadership Sports organisation and development Optional Units Organisation of sports events Sports injuries and rehabilitation In addition, you will also be given the opportunity to gain extra awards such as first aid, sports leadership and sports coaching where they may be appropriate or possible. They are not compulsory but will help you with your assessments. They may also make you more marketable to employers and may help you get jobs on summer schemes or as assistants at sports clubs, for example. Course requirements A grade 4 in English and a grade 5-5 in combined science or a grade 5 in biology or a level 2 merit in level 1/2 national certificate in sport. Next steps This course supports applications for a wide range of university courses such as sports science, sports studies, sports marketing, sport management, sports therapy, leisure and recreation studies or teaching degrees. Students may also choose to use their qualification to go straight on to employment.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Flitwick Road, Ampthill, Bedford, MK45 2NU |
Course outline The level 3 Cambridge technical extended certificate in sport and physical activity is a two year, five unit course and is equivalent to one A level. You will develop personal, practical, professional and social skills through interaction with performers, clients and team mates, as well as theoretical knowledge and understanding to underpin these skills. Lesson structure and expectations You will be encouraged and expected to work both as part of a group and individually on a variety of written and practical tasks. Portfolios can take a number of forms such as essays, presentations, information leaflets, displays etc. You will also be given the opportunity to develop key skills in the areas of communication, application of numbers, information technology, problem solving, working with others and improving your own learning and performance. Compulsory Units Body systems and the effects of physical activity Sports coaching and activity leadership Sports organisation and development Optional Units Organisation of sports events Sports injuries and rehabilitation In addition, you will also be given the opportunity to gain extra awards such as first aid, sports leadership and sports coaching where they may be appropriate or possible. They are not compulsory but will help you with your assessments. They may also make you more marketable to employers and may help you get jobs on summer schemes or as assistants at sports clubs, for example. Course requirements A grade 4 in English and a grade 5-5 in combined science or a grade 5 in biology or a level 2 merit in level 1/2 national certificate in sport. Next steps This course supports applications for a wide range of university courses such as sports science, sports studies, sports marketing, sport management, sports therapy, leisure and recreation studies or teaching degrees. Students may also choose to use their qualification to go straight on to employment.