Level 1 Certificate in Sport

This is a one-year programme that will support a student’s personal development through skills and knowledge in sport, exercise and fitness, and will prepare students to progress onto a Level 2 course. The qualification also allows students to gain transferable skills that can be applied to the workplace or further study such as team working and supporting others, independent learning and problem solving, interpersonal and communication skills and positive workplace behaviours.

Why choose
Level 1 Certificate in Sport?

You will be taught by specialist staff from various sporting backgrounds who love their subject. You will learn how to work as a team, how to communicate effectively and gain experience of delivering practical sessions, building your confidence and skills.  You will have access to our specialist sports facilities including the on-site gym, fitness suite and 4G astro turf pitches.

Course modules/units

• Taking Part in Sport
• Sports Coaching
• Personal Exercise & Fitness
• Effects of Exercise on the Body
• Health & Nutrition

Course information

Learners will need to come prepared with practical kit every lesson as well as classroom resources such as pens and notepads.

Teaching & learning

Unit delivery is through practical and classroom-based sessions.

Course assessment

This course is assessed through coursework. You will complete workbooks, posters and by lead practical sessions.

What can I do with this qualification?

Progression onto a Level 2 programme and then Level 3 programme. Careers could be PE Teaching, Sports Coaching, Physiotherapist, Sports Therapist

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