Sports Diploma Level 2

Subject : Sports Studies | Course Code 9004977 | Print Version

Course Overview

These courses are ideal if you'd like to further your sporting career whilst also studying for a nationally recognised, career-focussed qualification. It is recognised by employers and, if you'd like to keep studying, provides the entry qualification for a National Certificate or National Diploma course, subject to grades.

Start Date Duration Venue
September 2011 1 year Skelmersdale Campus, College Way, Skelmersdale, WN8 6DX

Who The Course is for

This course is for students who want to study an academic programme to broaden their specialist focus, either to prepare for employment or to progress to a higher level course.

Course Content

You will study:
* The sports industry
* Health, safety and injury
* Preparation for sport
* Practical sports
* Sport leadership skills
* The Body in Sport
Functional Skills will also form an important part of your course. They are the skills we use in all aspects of our study, work and everyday life. When you start the course, your tutor will discuss which Key Skills are the most appropriate for you from the following:
* Communication
* Application of number

All students must wear the college sports uniform, which is:

• Black/dark tracksuit bottoms (winter) and/or shorts (summer) (Purchased by student)
• College top (Purchased from the department)
• Suitable training shoes (Purchased by student)
• Students will be required to remove all visible jewellery including facial piercing joining all practical sessions (due to awarding body requirements) and have short nails.

Mobile phones must not be accessed in classrooms and salons unless permission has been sought from the course coordinator.

Through the course we expect a minimum of 95% attendance with 100% commitment.

Entry Requirements

A minimum of 3 GCSE’s at Grade D or above. Candidate will be interviewed to assess their suitability for the course and we will be looking for an appropriate standard of English and maths. We are interested in your enthusiasm and commitment to succeed.

West Lancashire College will also accept credits previously gained through the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF).

Learning & Assessment Methods

Candidates must have an interest in health and fitness, with a view to working in the fitness industry. Candidates who are already employed in the industry may enrol on a work based learning NVQ programme.

Qualifications Gained

Sport First Diploma awarded by Edexcel
Tutorial & Enrichment Studies
Functional Skills

Progression Opportunities

The course can progress to a BTEC National Diploma in Sport.

Career Opportunities

This course could lead to employment in a sports centre, gymnasium or health club.

Course Costs

If you are 16-18 years old you do not have to pay course tuition fees*.

If you are 19 or over please call 01695 52300 or email enquiries@westlancs.ac.uk to confirm the fee for this course. Course costs may be subject to change.

If you need information on any financial support that may be available to you with fees or study costs on this course, please contact the Learner Zone (see contact details below) who can offer advice and assistance on accessing any financial support that may be available.

*exam and registration fees will be paid by the college subject to satisfactory attendance and course completion.

How to Apply

Please complete and return a College application form. Application forms can be obtained college Admissions – contact details below.

Further Information: If you have a query about this course or would like advice on your study options please contact college Admissions:

In Person:
Until 19 August 2011: West Lancashire College, Westbank Campus, Yewdale, Skelmersdale WN8 6JA.
From 22 August 2011: West Lancashire College, Skelmersdale Campus, College Way, Skelmersdale, WN8 6DX
                

By Phone: (01695) 52300

By Email: enquiries@westlancs.ac.uk

By Post: The Principal, West Lancashire College, FREEPOST, Skelmersdale WN8 6BR

Website: http://www.westlancs.ac.uk

Every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this leaflet is correct at the time of printing. We reserve the right however, to make alterations or amendments to the information contained in this leaflet. This course will run subject to sufficient numbers.