BTEC LEVEL 2-3 IN SPORT (OUTDOOR ADVENTURE)- IN ASSOCIATION WITH

FOR 16-19 YEAR OLD BOYS & GIRLS

WHEN? September 2017

WHERE?

WHY? Interested in a career in the Out-door & Adventure industry?

Want to train and learn in a professional Outdoor Adventure Centre on a daily basis? Want to take part in Outdoor and Adventurous Activities as part of your study programme? Everything from rock climbing and abseiling, mountain biking, kayaking, canoeing, jet skiing, power boating, sailing, stand up paddle boarding, gorge walking, mountaineering, bush-craft, archery, Duke of Edinburgh Award, expeditions and much more? Are you looking for an education course that will allow you to progress onto a Level 3 qualification, an apprenticeship or university and work towards National Governing Body Awards in the Outdoors?

JOIN THE ADVENTURE! CONTACT STEVE MANN ON 07712329837 STEVE@LEADEDUCATION.CO.UK FOR AN INFORMAL CHAT AND HOW TO APPLY

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LEVEL 1/2 PROGRESSON:-

COURSE PROFILE– LEVEL 1/2

EDUCATION - BTEC LEVEL 1/2 First Certificate in Sport - 1 year, full time

study programme

GCSE maths and English (for those learners without a C grade or level 4/5)

Functional Skills (for those learners with an E or level 3 grade or below in maths and English)

Completion of the level1/2 course will give learners the opportunity to progress onto Level 3 vocational qualifications such as BTEC Nationals, specifically the Pearson BTEC Level 3 in Sport (Outdoor Adventure). Employment within the sports and active leisure industry including junior roles working in the Outdoor industry. Learners who achieve the qualification at Level 1 may progress to related level 2 vocational or academic qualifications, such as other BTECs or GCSEs.

ENTRY REQUIRMENTS:

COURSE CONTENT, UNITS- Learners must complete the two core units, the additional mandatory unit,

and a choice of optional specialist units to reach a total of 240 guided

learning hours (GLH).

UNIT UNITS ASSESSMENT GLH

1 Core- Fitness for Sport and Exercise External 30

2 Core- Practical Sport Performance Internal 30

5 Training and Personal Fitness Internal 30

7 Mandatory - Anatomy and Physiology for

Sport

External 30

3 The Mind and Sports Performance Internal 30

4 The Sports Performer in Action Internal 30

24 Work Experience Internal 30

6 Leading Sports Activities Internal 30

11 Running a Sports Event Internal 30

No prior knowledge, understanding or skills are necessary. There are no specific requirements for this qualification. We will however review your prior qualifications and/or experience to consider whether this shows that you have the potential to achieve this qualification. A keen interest in sport, outdoor adventure and the outdoor environment is essen-tial.

ENTRY REQUIRMENTS:-

COURSE PROFILE, UNITS– LEVEL 3 This BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport (Outdoor Adventure) is 180 credits and has

1080 guided learning hours (GLH) across two years. It consists of seven mandatory units

plus optional units that provide for a combined total of 180 credits

Units - mandatory/optional

YEAR 1 (90 credit Diploma)

Mandatory units – all seven mandatory units must be taken:

1 Principles of Anatomy and Physiology in Sport 5

2 The Physiology of Fitness 5

3 Assessing Risk in Sport 10

4 Fitness Training and Programming 10

13 Leadership in Sport 10

29 Principles and Practices in Outdoor Adventure 10

30 Equipment and Facilities for Outdoor and Adventurous Activities 10

5 Sports Coaching 10

33 Skills for land based Outdoor and Adventurous Activities 10

34 Skills for water based Outdoor and Adventure Activities 10

YEAR 2 (Extended Diploma 180 credits)

35 Leading land based Outdoor and Adventurous Activities 10

36 Leading water based Outdoor and Adventurous Activities 10

23 Organising a sports event 10

26 Work Experience 10

32 Environmental Education for Outdoor and Adventurous Activities 10

37 Outdoor and Adventure Expeditions 10

31 Impact and Sustainability in Outdoor Adventure 10

38 Alternative Pursuits for Outdoor Adventure 10

14 Exercise Health and Lifestyle 10

This BTEC qualification has been

developed to meet employment

opportunities in the Outdoor Edu-

cation and Adventure industry. It

gives learners the opportunity to

enter employment, join an appren-

ticeship or progress to higher ed-

ucation (University). Employment

within outdoor education, sports

leadership, coaching and outdoor

adventure instructing is a com-

mon pathway for students.

LEVEL 3 PROGRESSON:-

ENTRY REQUIRMENTS:

4 GCSE’s grade C (level 4/5) or

above including maths and Eng-

lish. For those who do not

achieve a C (or level 4/5) you

may still be considered for this

course on an individual basis or

alternatively you may be suitable

for the Level 1/2 qualification.

ENRICHMENT:- During this course you will have a unique opportunity to take part in a variety of outdoor and adventure sports, activities, work experience, expeditions and trips away from home and abroad. You will also have an opportunity to play team and other indi-vidual sports.

You will learn through practical sport experience and theoretical based learning. Groups are taught through classroom lectures, practical sport, group discussions and practical application of sport. The course is assessed continuously through assignments, exam & portfolio building to meet the specific Edexcel BTEC criteria.

JOIN THE ADVENTURE

Most units are assessed through assignments which are submitted via the interactive learning platform. The level 1/2 course also has two external exams. Work is submitted via written reports, posters, practical sports, demonstrations, group tasks, interviews, practical coach-ing, presentations and work experience.

PERFORMANCE & DEVELOPMENT - Learn, work and train within a professional Outdoor Centre

environment as part of your study programme.

You will take part in numerous Outdoor & Adventurous Activ-ities alongside the academic elements of the programme.

You will be guided through your learner journey by highly qualified teachers and professional Outdoor Adventure Coaches.

You will gain experience and work towards National Govern-ing Body (NGB) awards in Outdoor Education such as:

NICAS 1-4 (climbing)

Go Mountain Biking Proficiency Award

D of E Gold, National Navigators

RYA Level 1-2 Sailing

Powerboat Level 1

1-3 Star Awards Kayaking/Canoeing

Level 1 Coach Training

British Cycling level 2

Expedition Experiences (including trips abroad)

TEACHING:-

ASSESSMENT:-

CONTACT—steve@leadeducation.co.uk or

steve@tvseducation.com 07712329837 for more information

and how to apply