The full time Extended Diploma in Sport course at Nescot is a two year course aimed at students with an interest in the application of sports coaching and health and fitness to the promotion, maintenance and enhancement of sport related performance.
DurationCourse Summary
The full time Extended Diploma in Sport course at Nescot is a two year course aimed at students with an interest in the application of sports coaching and health and fitness to the promotion, maintenance and enhancement of sport related performance.
What are the entry requirements?
New students
You will require 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English or Maths*.
*The College reserves the right to ask for a school reference if required.
Progressing Students
A Level 2 Extended Certificate in Sport at Distinction and a GCSE in English or Maths at grade 4 or above. Students who have gained a Level 2 First Extended Certificate at Merit grade may also apply. A good reference from your tutor is also required for attitude, behaviour, attendance and punctuality.
What are the next steps?
Various roles in the health and fitness industry, such as gym instructor, personal trainer, leisure attendant or sports coach.
University entrance to study sports studies, sports coaching, sports therapy on other related degrees.
Potential career routes in the Sports industry:
Children’s play worker
Fitness instructor
Gym instructor
Leisure attendant / Duty Manager
Lifeguard
Outdoor activities instructor
Personal trainer
Sports coach
Sports players
Sports psychologist
Sports therapist
Teaching
Youth worker
Course Detail
Students will undertake a combination of sports related units including sports coaching, instructing physical activity and sports massage as well as studying sports injuries. These units will be combined with fitness testing, fitness for training and other sports related subjects. Learning will take place through lectures, group work, debates, group discussions and practical sports sessions.
The course contains a mixture of theoretical lessons in classrooms and the sports therapy clinic and practical sessions in the sports hall, fitness centre, college sports fields and local sports centres.
The units are selected from the list below and staff aim to ensure they maximise students chances of either gaining employment in the health and fitness industry in the future or progressing to University to typically study sports studies, sports coaching, sports therapy on other related degrees.
Subject to interest, students will have the opportunity to complete a host of additional qualifications during the two-year course, including CYQ Certificate in Fitness Instructing, sports coaching qualifications, first aid qualifications and other industry led courses.
The course is made up of following units:
Year 1
Anatomy and Physiology (Exam)
Fitness Training and Programming for Health, Sport and Well-Being (Exam)
Professional Development in the Sports Industry
Principles and Practices for Outdoor and Adventurous Activities
Research methods in Sport
Sports Leadership
Sports Psychology
Year 2
Development and Provision of Sport and Physical Activity (Exam)
Investigating business in the Sport and Active Leisure Industry (Exam)
Practical Sports Performance
Coaching for Performance
Skill Acquisition in Sport
Sport Injury Management
Sport Massage
Work Experience is a part of this course, the hours and dates will be determined by the course tutor. Work experience can be up to a maximum of two weeks on an external placement, you are encouraged to source your own placement with support from the WEX Team and your course tutor. Where external placements are not possible you will be expected to take part in simulated work experience organised by the college.
As a student here, you are our top priority from the first time we meet you. Our team will ensure you have the best advice and guidance when you apply, the best possible education and training while you are here, and leave with the qualifications and skills to achieve your ambitions.
Outside of the classroom, our dedicated and passionate team of support staff will help you to enjoy your time here, providing a range of services and out-of-class activities to ensure you get the most from the time you spend with us.
I am very proud to say that we were designated as a ‘Good’ college by Ofsted at an inspection in January 2023. The inspection reflected our aim – that if you choose Nescot, you will benefit from a being part of a college that supports and motivates its students towards success.
Nescot has been serving the community for 70 years now, and we have so much to offer at our beautiful campus in Ewell.
As well as a wide range of course choices for school leavers and adults, we can offer a gym and sports facilities, professional salon, Starbucks cafe, a large car park and an on-site nursery.
Our students can also benefit from a wide range of free online courses to broaden your learning experience. So whether you are looking to study full-time, part-time or at university-level, I do hope you will choose to join us.
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