Sport
Level 1
Sport, BTEC Diploma
This Level 1 Diploma is the perfect introduction to the sports industry, designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to pursue a career in sport, fitness, and exercise. You will develop a wide range of skills through community-based projects, work related experience and practical activities, and you will gain an understanding of the principles and practices that underpin the world of sports. You will study four core units and six sport units over the year, to help you decide which area of sport and fitness is best suited to your skillset. Whether aspiring to become a professional athlete, coach, sports therapist, or sports administrator, this diploma equips learners with the essential skills and knowledge to excel in the exciting and rewarding field of sports.
Our state-of-the-art sports facilities offer everything you need to refine your skills, broaden your prospects, and pursue your ambitions both on and off the field or court. Our staff members bring extensive experience from the sports and fitness industries, allowing you to benefit from their skills and expertise. Regardless of your current level, our lecturers and coaches will collaborate with you to enhance your knowledge and abilities, both within and beyond the classroom. This includes practical assignments, presentations, and demonstrations.
You'll become part of our Sport and Fitness Career Excellence Hub and enjoy a host of career-boosting benefits and unrivalled access to potential employers. Our strong connections with professional athletes and sports clubs enable us to provide you with inspiring talks and workshops by guest speakers, ensuring that you acquire the latest techniques and insights. You will benefit from work experience opportunities and courses designed in collaboration with employers to meet industry demands. By the time you complete your training, you'll be fully prepared for a career in Sport and Fitness, armed with the skills and knowledge that employers value.
WHAT DOES THIS COURSE INVOLVE
The course will include coaching skills, training for fitness, playing sport and how exercise affects the body. You will undertake assessments that will demonstrate your skills and keep a portfolio of your assignments. Opportunities will be available to join our sports academy and progress as an athlete.
At Weston College, you will undertake a tailored Individual Development (ID) programme where you develop in core skills to prepare you for employment, whilst also receiving tutorial support.
We will also work with you to develop your English and maths skills to the level required to work in the industry. You can feel proud in achieving a Level 1 qualification because, whatever your plans, success in your programme will help you progress to the next stage of your learning.
ASSESSMENT METHOD
We’ll assess you in a range of methods, including, practical and written assignments, presentations, work-based projects and will provide you with support to succeed.
FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES
This programme could be your first step towards a career in the sports and active leisure industry. You could increase your skills, knowledge, behaviours, and potential by progressing onto our Level 2 Sport qualifications.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 3-1 with at least two at grade 3, or a pre-vocational programme.
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