Sport
BTEC
| Course Leader: | Miss Jones |
| Contact: | ljones@colchesteracademy.org.uk |
| Examination Board: | Pearson |
| Specification: | Click here to view |
| Assessment: | 75% Coursework, 25% Examination |
What will you study?
This course provides an engaging and relevant introduction to the world of sport. It
incorporates important aspects of the industry, such as fitness testing and training for
sport and exercise, the psychology of sport and practical sports performance. It
enables you to develop and apply your knowledge, while also developing a range of
relevant practical, communication and technical skills.
What Units will you learn?
BTEC Sport helps students develop a knowledge and understanding of:
- Fitness for Sport and Exercise
- Practical Sports Performance
- The Mind and Sports Performance
- Training for Personal Fitness
Career possibilities?
- Personal Trainer
- Gym Instructor
- Leisure Centre Manager
- Sports Coach/Manager
- Sport Development Officer
A follow-on course for this is Level 3 BTEC Sport course at Colchester Institute or Sixth Form College