Level 3 Diploma in Sport (Outdoor Adventure)

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Designed to provide you with a range of supervisory and core people skills',' as well as a practical knowledge in the outdoor sports and leisure sectors focusing on kayaking',' canoeing',' archery and climbing',' this course is ideal for those students who wish to build a career within these professions. You will gain an understanding on the impact of outdoor adventure pursuits on the environment as well as sports coaching and how to organise sporting events. Year 1 Extended Diploma and 90 Credit Diploma - Principles of anatomy and physiology in sport - The physiology of fitness - Assessing risk in sport - Fitness training and programming - Leadership in sport - Principles and practices in outdoor activities - Equipment and facilities for outdoor and adventurous activities - Sports nutrition - Skills for land based outdoor and adventurous activities - Skills for water based outdoor and adventurous activities - Functional skills/GCSE- English and Maths (90 Credit Only) Year 2 Extended Diploma - Sports injuries - Organising sports events - Physical education and the care of children - Work experience in sport - Impact and sustainability in outdoor adventure - Leading land based outdoor and adventurous activities - Leading water based outdoor and adventurous activities - Outdoor and adventurous expedition - Alternative pursuits for outdoor adventure Students will be assessed throughout the course using assignments',' tests and practical observations. This course is linked to our Sports Teams and represents an exciting opportunity for aspiring sports professionals. Working with respected organisations',' our Sports Teams offer competitive fixtures',' professional coaching and the opportunity to develop your skills further. Students may have the opportunity to undertake additional short qualifications as part of their course. These are designed to support future careers. In addition to standard college equipment',' st

Course information

Name: Level 3 Diploma in Sport (Outdoor Adventure) Qualification title: 90-credit Diploma in Sport (QCF) Qualification type: Assessment Awarding Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL) Created 20170131 17:06:18 Updated 20170131 17:06:18

Entry requirements

None

Provider

West Kent and Ashford College
Further Education
info@westkent.ac.uk
0845 207 8220
http://www.westkentandashford.ac.uk

Address

West Kent College
Brook Street Town: Tonbridge County:Kent