HND Sports Coaching with Sports Development

Aim
This highly sought after qualification develops the specialist skills you'll need for Sports Coaching. The programme is designed for sports coaches who want to gain further skills and a wider appreciation of the Sport and Fitness industry. As part of the course, you will be heavily involved in practical work with various groups and clubs in the community.
Syllabus
- Sports Coaching and Theory
- Development of Sport
- Conduct and Ethics
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Fitness Testing for Sport
- Exercise Principles
- Resistance Training for Sport
- First Aid
- Work Place Experience
- Assisting Sport with Disability
Options
- National Pool Lifeguard Qualification
- ASA Swim Teachers Award level 1 and 2 (subject to demand)
- HSE First Aid at Work
- Body Massage/Sports Massage
- Focus Gym Instructor Award Level 2
Career Outcome
- Sports Coach
- Active Schools Coaches
- Sports Development Officer
- Youth and Community Work
- Entry into Emergency Services
- Fitness Industry
- Coaching and Fitness opportunities overseas
Entry Profile
Leads To
- BSc Sport and Fitness
- Degree in Sports Coaching
- Degree in Sport and Exercise Science
- Degree in PE Teaching
- Degree in Sports Coaching
Study Opportunities
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St Brycedale Campus | from August 29, 2007 to June 20, 2008 . Part Time Day |
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St Brycedale Campus | from August 27, 2008 to June 19, 2009 . Part Time Day |
Qualifications Awarded
| HND |
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