This extended certificate covers a variety of sport-related modules and
provides opportunities to achieve additional qualifications in literacy and
numeracy.
This GCSE-level course is designed for students wanting to specialise in the
wider contexts of coaching, anatomy and physiology, or psychology, or for
progression on to higher-level courses.
Features & Benefits
There are a range of trips and team-building activities included throughout
this course and you will also have the opportunity to take part in enrichment
sporting activities.
Course Content
Practical Sport
Anatomy and Physiology for Sport
Psychology for Sports Performance
Effects of Exercise on the Body Systems
Entry Requirements
Four GCSEs at grade D/3 or above, one being in English or
Maths,
or
a Level 1 qualification, such as a BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Sport and
Active Leisure, plus an ability to operate at Level 1 in either English or
Maths.
Mature students will be considered based on their previous qualifications
and/or relevant work experience.
Progression
You will be able to progress onto a vocational Level 2 course (e.g. NVQ Level
2 in Sports Coaching: Activity Leadership or Level 2 Diploma in Teaching
Exercise and Fitness) or into employment. After a Level 2 course has been
completed, students can progress onto selected Level 3 Sport
courses.