Eligible Schools
North/South/East Ayrshire This is a course for school pupils onlyLocation/Day/Time
Kilwinning, Tuesday and Thursday, 2.00 - 4.00
Overview
Learners with an interest in sport, fitness and physical activity who wish to strengthen their understanding with particular focus on areas within exercise and fitness.
Entry Requirements
Evidence of repeated success at SCQF level 5 – learners would ideally currently be undertaking Level 6/higher courses alongside this award.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment across the units will be a mixture of theory and practical and will test knowledge and understanding gained during class time.
Careers and Further Study
Successful learners can apply for to progress to college for HNC/D1 level study assuming they present a committed approach to studies and a good overall understanding of the area. Approaching this Level 6 course positively would greatly strengthen any college application.
What should i expect?
Expect a mix of practical and theory work that allows you to strengthen your understanding of physiological function while linking this to practical exercise activities. With a positive approach and suitable additional qualifications learners could expect to make strong applications to HNC level courses within the Sport and Fitness department.
What do current students say?
"I am really enjoying the course as we get to use the equipment in the college gym. I am particularly enjoying working with free weights. I think the course will really help me with my future career plans to become a personal trainer."
"More chilled out than being in a classroom all the time."
"Doing workshops helps with theory and improves understanding."
"We can create fitness circuits and gym sessions which are specific to our skills and abilities which makes it more beneficial."
"Further education which usually wouldn’t get taught in school makes it interesting."