Sport and Outdoor Activities
- Course Type School Leaver
- Subject Area Outdoor Adventure
- Qualification BTEC Foundation Diploma/Extended Diploma
- Study Mode: Full Time
- Course Level Level 3
- Course Length 2 years
This course combines the practical and theoretical elements of the Outdoor Activities Industry and is equivalent to three A Levels. It will prepare you for employment within the Outdoor Adventure industry or to progress on to University to study the subject at a higher level.
Overview
This course will take your knowledge, skills and experience of the outdoor adventurous activities industry to advanced level.
Who is this course for?
Choose this course if you enjoy and want to develop your skills and leadership in outdoor and adventurous activities. The course is suitable for those that are enthusiastic, hardworking and willing to push their comfort zone.
- What you will study
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On this course you will:
- Continue the development of your outdoor activity skills within kayaking, canoeing, climbing, sailing, caving and hill walking and navigation skills
- Develop your leadership skills, practice and experience
- Become competent in assessing and managing equipment, facilities and risk
- Gain advanced skills in a range of water based and land based adventurous activities
- Participate in work experience, study trips and expeditions to Cornwall, Eryri (Snowdonia) and a ski trip to the Alps
- Study topics such as nutrition and sustainable outdoor adventure
What topics will I study?
The course consists of 12 units of study which is made up of the following units:
- Personal Skills Development in Outdoor Activities
- Applied Leadership and Instructing in Outdoor Activity
- Outdoor Activity Provision
- Impact and Sustainability of Outdoor Activities
- Health and Safety Factors in Outdoor Learning
- Expedition Experience
- Health, Wellbeing and Sport
- Research Project in Sport
- Careers in the Sport and Active Leisure Industry
- Nutrition for Physical Performance
- Fitness Training
- Anatomy and Physiology in Sport
Additional qualifications:
You will be offered the opportunity to achieve the National Governing Body qualifications in a number of Outdoor Activities. An additional cost will be charged for these, the cost of which is dependent upon the National Governing Body. Those students who have not achieved grade 4 in Maths will be expected to continue towards achieving this whilst on the course. - Assessment
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Mainly through coursework set by your lecturers, along with some externally assessed aspects.
- Entry Requirements
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You will need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language and Maths. If you do not have a grade 4 in Maths, you will be required to work towards an appropriate Level 2 qualification in this subject.
You will also be required to have a desire to participate and engage with a range of outdoor activities in a variety of environments and weather conditions. The personal qualities required to work in the outdoor and adventurous activities industry are essential.
- Additional Costs
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Course fees (£170) to cover instructors NGB training, some residentials, minibus use
Progression and careers
On completion of this course, you may wish to progress to Higher Education or enter the outdoor activities industry directly through employment. Future job roles might include Outdoor Activity Instructor at Haven Banks, PGL, Rockley Watersports or Mountain Bike Instructor or ski guiding in the Alps.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are there trips and visits?
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You will have a day of practical a week which could involve kayaking, SUPing, climbing, mountain biking amongst others.
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Have a question?
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How to apply
Ready to start your journey?
Applying is straightforward:
1) Complete our online application form
2) Submit your GCSE results or predicted grades
3) Attend an interview
4) Receive your offer and enrol
What our students think?
“My course is really hands-on and practical, teaching us skills that you don’t get in the classroom. I really enjoy the theory too, we look at things like sports nutrition, health and safety and the history of the industry. The facilities at Haven Banks are fantastic.” Read more >
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