SPORT CAMBRIDGE TECHNICAL SPORT AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Course summary

This qualification is designed to give learners a basic grounding in the understanding and knowledge of the sport and active leisure sector. Candidates must complete 5 units of which 3 are mandatory and 2 are optional. Mandatory content (66%). External assessment (34%). These are:- 3 mandatory units:- (the top two are externally examined) • Body Systems and the effects of physical activity (externally assessed) • Sport Organisation and development (externally assessed) • Sports coaching and leadership (internally assessed) Optional Units which will be chosen by the school include:- • Performance analysis in sport and exercise • Organisation of sports events • Biomechanics and Movement analysis • Physical Activity for specific groups • Nutrition and diet for sport and exercise • Sports Injuries and rehabilitation • Practical skills in sport and physical activities • Sport and Exercise Psychology • Sport and Exercise Sociology