An Advanced Specialist Qualification is a two year full time vocational course, where you learn by completing assignments that are based on realistic situations, activities and demands. As well as learning about the employment area, you develop the skills you need to start a career. Why study an Advanced Specialist Qualification in Sport (Performance and Excellence)? The Advanced Specialist Qualification in Sport is aimed at people who are interested in pursuing a career in the world of Sport. Students embark on the Advanced Specialist Qualification in Sport for a variety of reasons. Some may wish to continue their studies into further education and many have been successful with their applications. Alternatively, students wish to seek employment and a range of occupational opportunities are available. The course is made up of nineteen units, each consisting of approximately five assignments. Assignments can be in different formats such as written reports, PowerPoint presentations, discussions, role plays, posters, as well as practical activities such as organising Sports tournaments or leading a Sports session. Listed below are some of the unit titles studied: Year 12 Unit 1: Principles of Anatomy and Physiology in Sport Unit 2: The Physiology of Fitness Unit 3: Assessing Risk in Sport Unit 4: Fitness Training and Programming Unit 5: Sports Coaching Unit 7: Fitness Testing for Sport and Exercise Unit 14: Exercise, Health and Fitness Unit 23: Organising Sports Events Unit 27: Technical and Tactical Skills in Sport Unit 28: The Athlete’s Lifestyle Year 13 Unit 8: Practical Sport Unit 11: Sports Nutrition Unit 12: Current Issues in Sport Unit 15: Instructing Physical Activity and Exercise Unit 17: Psychology for Sports Performers Unit 18: Sports Injuries Unit 19: Analysis of Performance Unit 22: Rules, Regulations and Officiating in Sport Unit 26: Work Based Experience in Sport
Name: Sport (Performance and Excellence) Advanced Specialist Qualification Qualification title: Sport (Performance and Excellence) Advanced Specialist Qualification Qualification type: Other regulated/accredited qualification Assessment The course is made up of nineteen units, each consisting of approximately five assignments. Assignments can be in different formats such as written reports, PowerPoint presentations, discussions, role plays, posters, as well as practical activities such as organising Sports tournaments or leading a Sports session. Awarding - Created 20151103 16:49:06 Updated 20151104 16:43:22
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Thorpe St Andrew School and Sixth Form
Community School
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