Sport

Course summary

The course is broken down into a series of distinct units covering a range of areas of sport and physical activity. Students are externally assessed on the anatomy and physiology element of the course. The unit assignments are internally assessed and are written from the angle of a sports provider i.e a sports centre manager or sports coach. This allows you to become increasingly aware of the world or sport and the various roles in it. There are additional opportunities to learn about the fitness environment and personal training. This course also allows preparation for elite sports performance for those who are working towards an apprenticeship in this area, preparing learners with the knowledge and understanding related to elite performance or similar careers. The units studied are: • Anatomy and Physiology • Fitness Training and Programming for health, sport and well-being • Professional Development in the Sports industry • Sports Leadership The course is equivalent to one A Level.