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BTEC Level One Introductory Diploma Sport

About the course

This is a Level 1 course for young people and adults who are interested in a job in Sport and Leisure. It is suitable for students with disabilities and moderate learning difficulties and / or disabilities. The Diploma is offered at Level 1 over 3 days with half a day within that dedicated to literacy, numeracy and employability skills.

The course focuses on a variety of sport and active leisure activities and helps the student to develop common, social and interpersonal skills and widen life experiences. It also provides students with the basic practical sports skills and knowledge necessary to either progress for further training or to prepare for employment.

The students will experience a wide variety of sports and leisure activities, with a focus on the personal and social development (PSD) of each student. This will be supported by the opportunity to become involved in the world of work.

Location: Myerscough College (Preston) or Croxteth Park (Liverpool)
Course length: 34 weeks
Available course dates: Please select a start date & location before you apply.

Location: Croxteth Park (Liverpool)
Start date: Start of each Term

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Location: Myerscough College (Preston)
Start date: September

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Course modules

Year 1

Year 1

Safe Learning in the Workplace

Taking Part in Exercise and Fitness

Managing Your Health at Work (Preston)

How the Body Works

Taking Part in Sport

Planning own Fitness Programme

Working in a Team

Investigating Rights and Responsibilities at Work (Preston)

Preparing for Work Placement (Preston)

Carrying out an Individual Project

Physical Activities for Children (Preston)

Job Opportunities in Sport and Active Leisure

Assisting a Leader of Sports and Active Leisure Activities to Plan and Deliver an Activity

Assisting at a Sport or Active Leisure Event

Working in Sport and Active Leisure

Entry requirements & additional information

Entry requirements

Students must have 3 GCSE’s Grade 1 -2 including English or Maths or equivalent Entry Level 3 Qualification along with a keen interest in the subject.

Progression

On completion of the course it may be possible to progress onto further programmes at the College or into employment.

Special requirements

1 Specialist Clothing and Equipment: Suitable outdoor clothing and footwear for practical elements. Sports equipment list will be supplied at start of programme.

2 Minimum Age: 16 Years Old

Foundation Learning

We provide a range of Foundation Learning full-time and part-time courses for students with additional needs. Our aim is to help students develop a range of important skills - social, academic and vocational - whilst providing the support and encouragement for them to grow in confidence and express their personality. View our Foundation Learning Presentation here!

The Foundation Learning team has built up an excellent reputation over many years for successfully working with students who have a wide range of learning difficulties and disabilities.

Dedicated learning facility

At Myerscough, we understand the importance of catering to individual needs. Our dedicated foundation learning building features customised classrooms and facilities to ensure all students are able to participate fully in their chosen programme.

Myerscough College Foundation Learning - support staff

Dedicated support staff

The experience of our learners is vital and we do all we can to support any additional needs. Our expert support staff, as well as those who assist us from the Learning Support team, ensure each student can achieve to their true potential on the programme.

Myerscough College Foundation Learning gardening

Access to vocational areas

As well as our own customised centre, students on our foundation programme are able to access facilities in a variety of our vocational areas to develop their skills. Whether it's working with animals in our Animal Studies Centre, or using the College gardens to learn about plants and nature - our learners can get involved.