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Sport and Fitness (January)

  • Qualifications National Qualifications
  • SCQF Level SCQF Level 5
  • Study mode
  • Campus Ayr, Kilmarnock, Kilwinning
  • Start date January 2027
  • Duration 18 weeks or less
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Attendance/Duration

Short full-time

Overview

The fitness sector is on the rise. Whether you're into coaching or wellness consulting, this course may set you up for success in a field that's hungry for talent.

Entry Requirements

  • A real interest in working in sport and fitness
  • National 5 qualifications

Course Content

Get a full view of sport and fitness, both theory and practice. Here is some of what you may learn:

  • Fitness Training: Master popular workouts like HIIT and spin to keep you and others active.
  • Personal Plans: Craft tailored fitness plans.
  • Nutrition: Understand how your diet fuels performance and wellbeing.
  • Sports Skills: Pick up the basics in football, badminton, and volleyball.
  • Team Building: Learn the art of teamwork and effective leadership in sports.

Career and Further Study

Complete NC Sport and Fitness and you may have the opportunity to dive into coaching, fitness instruction, or even further studies.

Skills

Along with subject specific skills you will also develop Meta-skills such as Focusing, Adapting, Communication, Adaptation, Leadership and Critical Thinking in a supporting learning environment.

Employer and Industry Links

You will support local sport and fitness events to build an understanding of the importance of these sorts of events in the community by working with key industry partners.