Elmwood College Scotland - Sports Coaching

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NC Sport Health & Fitness

HNC Sports Coaching with Development

HND Sports Coaching with Development

NC Golf Studies

HNC Professional Golf

HND Professional Golf


NC Sport Health & Fitness Who is the course for? The course is designed for people who wish to acquire the knowledge and practical skills required for employment in the Sport, Health and Fitness Industry. Entry Requirements Applicants require a minimum of 4 Standard Grades at 3 or 4, one of which should be English. Applicants should be able to demonstrate an active involvement in sport and leisure activities. The interview includes a practical element, where students are expected to demonstrate basic competence in several sporting activities. Applicants with a mature attitude seeking a change in career are welcome and will be assessed on an individual basis. How will I study? The course is delivered over 3 twelve week blocks. Subject areas include practically-based and classroom-based activities. SCQF level for this course is Level 4/5 Attendance 1 year full-time 2 years part-time September start Course Content Sporting Activity - Indoor Football Indoor Hockey Sports Officiating and Organising - Recreational Badminton Recreational Basketball Recreation Volleyball Planning Personal Fitness Work Experience Exercise & Fitness - Resistance Training Circuit Training Human Physiology in the Development of Performance Information Technology Communications First Aid Measures Sporting Activity - Squash Canoeing Hill Walking Basic Sports Coaching Techniques Job Opportunities & Progression Routes On successful completion students can apply to the HNC/D in Sports Coaching with Development, or gain entry level employment in the Health & Fitness Industry.

HNC Sports Coaching with Development Who is the course for? The course is designed for people who wish to gain the appropriate education and training to pursue a career in sports coaching, sports development and fitness instruction. Entry Requirements Applicants should have 2 Highers at C or above or a National Certificate in a relevant subject. Applicants with a mature attitude with relevant experience but no formal qualifications are welcome and are assessed on an individual basis. Candidates should be able to demonstrate an active involvement in sport/coaching or fitness activities. How will I study? The course is delivered over 3 twelve week blocks, and is designed to give students excellent knowledge and practical experience required for employment in the sport and leisure industry. SCQF level for this course is Level 7 Attendance 1 year full-time 2 years part-time September start Course Content Sports Coaching Theory and Practice Principles of Fitness Training Anatomy, Physiology and Energy Systems Coaching of Sports: Level 1 First Aid for Sport Work Experience Development in Sport Prevention and Rehabilitation of Sports Injuries Psychology of Sports Coaching Fitness Testing for Sport Resistance Training for Sport Safe Practice in Outdoor Activities Information Technology: Applications Software 1 Stretch Training Working with Children in a Sporting Context Basic Communication (Optional) Job Opportunities & Progression Routes On successful completion, students can progress to the HND Coaching at Elmwood and BSc Degree programme at Abertay University or to a job as a coach in various sectors of the industry and community.

HND Sports Coaching with Development Who is the course for? The course is designed for people who wish to gain the appropriate education and training to pursue a career in sports coaching, sports development and fitness instruction. Entry Requirements Applicants should have 2 Highers at C or above or a National Certificate in a relevant subject. Applicants with a mature attitude who have relevant experience but no formal qualifications are welcome and are assessed on an individual basis. Candidates should demonstrate an active involvement in sport/coaching or fitness activities. What will I study? The course is delivered over 3 twelve week block and is designed to give students excellent knowledge and practical experience required for employment in the sport and leisure industry. There are also opportunities for students to gain formal sports coaching, first aid and fitness instructor awards. SCQF level for this course is Level 8 Attendance 1 year full-time 2 years part-time September start Course Content Improving Coaching in Sport Sports Mechanics Coaching of Sports: Level 2 Research Investigation in Sport Fitness Conditioning in Sport Sports Coaching with Development of Sport Communication: Practical Skills Financial Principals and Systems for Sport Organisations Introduction to Marketing for Sport Psychology of Sports Performance Community Education and Sports Provision in Scotland Assisting Sports for Disability Developing Potential in Sport: An Introduction Sports Coaching in Europe Managing Sport Event Management in Sport Nutrition Diet and Sports Performance Job Opportunities & Progression Routes On successful completion of year 2 students can look for employment opportunities in Sports Coaching, Sports Development and Sport and Fitness Centre Management. Students can access year 2/3 of the BSc Sports Coaching or Sport Health and Exercise at the University of Abertay, Dundee. Students can also access 3rd year entry to BSc Sport Science at Napier University and 3rd year entry to BSc Sports Management at Adam Smith College.

NC Golf Studies Who is the course for? The course is designed for people who wish to gain employment in the Golf Industry. Entry Requirements Applicants require a minimum of 4 Standard Grades at 3 or 4, one of which should be English. Applicants should have a keen interest in the game of golf, preferably holding an official handicap of 15 or below. Applicants with a mature attitude who are seeking a change in career are welcome and will be assessed on an individual basis. How will I study? The course is delivered over 3 twelve-week blocks. The course includes membership of the Elmwood College Golf Club, including a season ticket at the college's 18-hole golf course. SCQF level for this course is Level 4/5 Attendance 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time Start date September Course Content Human Physiology Event Organisation Numeracy Sporting Activity Golf (Int 2) Sporting Activity Golf Golf Caddying Golf Course Design & Layout Communications 3 First Aid Measures Selling Skills Basic Sports Coaching Techniques Golf Rules, Handicapping & Etiquette Exercise & Fitness: Gymnasium Exercise & Fitness: Circuits Introduction to the Game of Golf Work Experience Exercise & Fitness: Resistance Training Job Opportunities & Progression Routes On successful completion students can progress to the HNC Golf Facility Management, HNC Golf Course Management (1 year practical greenkeeping experience required) or the HNC Sports Coaching with Development and the HNC Professional Golf. Employment opportunities include assistant golf professional.

HNC Professional Golf Who is the course for? The course is designed for people who wish to gain the appropriate training and education to pursue a career in golf coaching, golf development or working in a golf facility. Entry Requirements Applicants should have 2 Highers at C or above or a National Certificate in a relevant subject and also hold an official category 1 handicap of 5.4 or below. Applicants with relevant experience but no formal qualifications are welcome and are assessed on an individual basis. Candidates should be able to demonstrate an active involvement in golf or coaching. How will I study? SCQF level for this course is Level 7 Attendance 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time Course Content Golf Coaching: An Introduction Golf Coaching: Intermediate Performance Sports Coaching Theory & Practice Anatomy Physiology & Energy Systems Principles of Fitness Training Prevention and Treatment of Sports Injuries Resistance Training Introduction to Marketing in Sport Principles and Practices of Selling Financial Accounting Statements: Equipment Technology Workplace Experience Integrated Assessment Golf Operations Golf Courses: An Introduction Job Opportunities & Progression Routes On completion, students can progress to the HND Professional Golf qualification or to Higher Education or seek employment in golf coaching or golf facilities.

HND Professional Golf Who is the course for? The course is designed for people who wish to gain the appropriate training and education to pursue a career in golf coaching, golf development or working in a golf facility. Entry Requirements Applicants should have completed the HNC Professional Golf qualification. How will I study? The course is delivered over 3 twelve-week blocks. There are also opportunities for students to gain formal golf coaching awards (PGA), first aid and fitness awards. SCQF level for this course is Level 8 Attendance 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time Course Content Golf Coaching: Advanced Performance Skills Improving Coaching in Sports Developing Potential in Sport Psychology of Performance Nutrition for Fitness, Health & Exercise Sports Mechanics Fitness Conditioning in Sport Golf Courses: Developing Understanding Managing People and Organisations Event Management Integrated Assessmen Job Opportunities & Progression Routes On completion of the course, students can go on to Higher Education or seek employment in golf coaching or golf facilities.

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