Careers in Sport

October/November 2012 ISSUE 1

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EXPERT ADVICE FROM THOSE IN THE KNOW

Why now is the time to enter the sport and leisure industry

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CONTENTS

October/November 2012 issue

REGULARS 04 BE PART OF THE LEGACY

The Olympics and Paralympics are fresh in the memory, take advantage

06 CAREERS CONFERENCE

Whether you like the idea of coaching, sports science or media, or you're still unsure, we're here to help

08 TIME CHECK

Don't miss a thing at any of our conferences with this essential guide

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ON YOUR MARKS!

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Take the first step on the sporting career ladder...

WHERE ARE THE JOBS?

The sports and leisure industry is constantly evolving and the future is bright for those keen to impress

SCIENCE ZONE

Sport is amazing and 2012 is the year that keeps on giving. We've had one of the most exciting climaxes to a football season in recent history, Andy Murray's tears at Wimbledon and subsequent win at the US Open, as well as the Olympic and Paralympic Games and more. Existing stars continue to amaze while new heroes have emerged. Moments of drama and iconic brilliance are gone but never forgotten and will not only inspire this generation but future generations. Put simply, there has never been a better time to work in sport and leisure.

Arguably one of the greatest legacies of London 2012 is the recognition not only of the sports stars themselves but the teams around them. Cast your mind back to all of those emotional post-event interviews and competitors thanking one or more of their 'back room team'. Take David Brailsford, for example, the man credited for bringing success to GB's cyclists. His achievements owe much to his forward thinking but also a dedicated team finding new ways to succeed whether it's nutrition, psychology or sports science.

Then there's Ivan Lendl, who helped Murray become the first Brit to win a tennis major for 76 years. Every competitor is looking to find that extra advantage, and this could be where you come in...

Now is the time to make your mark. Whether you're into the science of sport, the psychology, tactics, officiating or covering events, there are opportunities if you're prepared to work for them.

Today, hopefully you'll come away with a clearer idea of what you'd like to do and how to go about doing it. Our experts are here to give you advice, so ask questions and find out what you can do. Who knows, it could be you making the difference next time!

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What is sports science? And how can you get involved? Read on to find out

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THE BRAIN GAME

Psychology has a huge presence in modern sport. Get involved!

ANALYSE THIS

Find out how to use work experience to land that dream job in sport

TO GOOD HEALTH

Want to help the nation get fit and healthy? If you do, there are plenty of job opportunities

COACHING ZONE 26

CAREERS IN...

SPORTS COACHING

London 2012 and the US Open proved the importance of the sports coach. Could you be the future?

Harvey Grout & Nick Judd

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UNDERGRAD AND POSTGRAD INFO INSIDE! Magazine produced by envee media Ltd for Careers in Sport.

Account Director Harvey Grout Editor Nick Judd Art Editor Sandra Marques Sub Editor Caroline Hunt Repro Manager Darren Jones Advertising Executive Rachael Murray Contributors Nicola Joyce, Dr Diana Crone, Dr Martin Jones, Stewart Cotterill, Huw Bowen, Steve Swallow, Ben Baker, Sportsbeat, Alun John Images Huw Evans Agency, Nick Moore, PA Photos, Shutterstock. Views expressed are not necessarily shared by envee media or Careers in Sport. All rights reserved. www.careers-in-sport.co.uk

GET WITH THE PROGRAMME

24 organisations, hundreds of opportunities available...

FOOTBALL FUTURES PROGRAMME

The FA-run scheme offers fantastic opportunities for Young Leaders…

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PGA TRAINING SCHEME

…the recognised route into a multitude of different golfing careers, on and off the course

MEDIA ZONE 33

SPORTS JOURNALISM, TAKE THE FIRST STEPS

With competition fierce, enthusiasm, qualifications, and a feel for new technology could be key

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IN THE ZONE

What's it like to report an event from the inside? We followed one journalist ahead of the Olympics October/November 2012 CAREERS IN SPORT 3

"JOBS WITHIN COACHING, SPORTS MANAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT ARE OPENING UP POSITIONS NEED TO BE FILLED" 4 CAREERS IN SPORT October/November 2012

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OLYMPIC LEGACY

Get involved ahead of the Olympic Games in Rio 2016

Nick Moore, who worked at London 2012 as a journalist

BE PART OF THE LEGACY The Olympic and Paralympic Games were a huge success.

Now, you can get involved in the legacy, writes Nicola Joyce

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he 2012 Olympic Games were a triumph of sporting success and organisational planning.

The athletes inspired us to take up sport, to train harder and to meet our own competitive goals. But there was further inspiration to be had, in the form of all those people who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make the Games run so smoothly.

If you dream of working in the sport, fitness and leisure sectors, you'll feel more motivated than ever having seen what an impact the Games had on public perception of sport. But how exactly did the Games change the job market? Do more jobs now exist, and where can you find them? How does that familiar term 'legacy' apply to jobs for young people in sport and leisure?

"For many young people, the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games will have provided a light bulb moment to a potential career opportunity," said David Stalker, CEO, of the Fitness Industry Association. "The Games Makers will have had first-hand experience of many roles, and many more will want to know how they can contribute to the success of Team GB. "With the current growth of the sector (one of the few in the UK to have remained stable during the economic downturn), jobs within coaching, sports management and development are opening up, and positions need to be filled in order for us to achieve our legacy aims to get more people, more active, more often. So, now is the time to get qualifications that will benefit our future elite athletes to excel in Rio and beyond.”

Debra Stuart, CEO Premier Global, thinks we can expect to see the impact of the Games to be felt across sectors relating

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to sport, fitness and exercise. "Not only will the achievement of the athletes inspire people to get involved," she said, "but the exposure that London 2012 has achieved has highlighted some of the less obvious professions crucial to Olympic success.

Coaches, fitness trainers, nutritionists, physios and a variety of other behind-thescenes professions have enjoyed a level of exposure they haven't seen before.

"As a result, over the next few years, I would expect job opportunities to reflect this increased level of interest.

It's important that the fitness and active leisure industry realise the opportunity that the Olympics affords, in terms of highlighting professions that are vocational and more accessible to an increasingly crowded employment market."

Suzy Gunn, Executive Director, Active IQ agrees. "I think the Olympics has really allowed people to see, and in some cases experience, jobs that they might not have thought of as a viable careers," she said.

"The Games Makers will have found themselves in roles that may have opened their eyes to what the sports management and active leisure industries have to offer, and I think that will affect the growth and demand for the respective sectors.

"Many of these roles are vocational and can be trained for to fit in with a variety of lifestyles and existing professions. I expect a boom in the opportunities available for those looking to go into sports and leisurerelated industries. The Olympics can certainly be considered a catalyst."

To find your dream job, try Leisurejobs, Leisure Opportunities, UK Sport, Sport England, NGB websites and individual operator websites.

MY GAMES EXPERIENCE Shaherah Jordan, 32, was a Games Transport Stakeholder Executive at LOCOG. Here's her story...

EXPLAIN YOUR ROLE AND YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES...

"I was responsible for communicating any changes to traffic and transport around three venues - the Royal Artillery Barracks, North Greenwich Arena and Greenwich Park - to Greenwich residents. I worked closely with TfL and Southeastern Rail in the lead up to the Games to ensure that the messages were reaching as many people as possible."

HOW DID YOU GET THE JOB? "I started my LOCOG career via Greenwich Local Labour and Business (GLLaB) as a Greenwich Community Liaison Officer. In that role, I was responsible for developing the communications plan for residents near Greenwich Park. After a few months in the role, I noticed a vacancy for Transport Stakeholder Executive and decided to apply."

HOW DID YOUR ROLE ADD TO THE SUCCESS OF THE GAMES AND THEIR LEGACY? "Traffic seemed to run smoothly through Greenwich during the Games, so I can’t help but feel that all the work that my colleagues and our stakeholders did help to compel the public to look at alternative ways to travel during the Games. The London 2012 Games was such a success and it felt great to know that I was part of the team that helped deliver such a memorable event."

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CAREERS IN SPORT & EXERCISE CONFERE N Whether getting a foot on the ladder, or taking your career to the next level, this is chance to call Careers in Sport has teamed up with Sports Coach UK, News Associates, the Football Association and the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) accredited members, to provide expert career advice from people in the sport and exercise industry.

The conferences promote the career and job opportunities available within the sport and exercise industry. Advice will be available on the training, qualification and employment options available, with the aim of helping you establish a successful career.

The conferences provide a platform for employers, trainers, students and professionals to meet and interact, with opportunities to:

■ Research the diverse careers available; ■ Learn the experience and qualifications required for your ideal job; ■ Look for a job, work experience or internship.

ABOUT US Every year, more than 200,000 people visit www.careers-in-sport.co.uk to research the experience and qualifications required for a career in the sport, leisure and exercise industry.

Organisations such as the Premier League, the Football Association, Rugby Football Union, English Cricket Board, Radio 1, Youth Sport Trust, UK Sport, Premier Training, and many more leading sports organisations provide profiles on careers from PE teacher to sports therapist, and physiotherapist to referee.

Advice is available regarding careers both on and off the sports pitch…

Professionals in the fields of sports science, sports coaching, sports development, sports management and sports media, describe their typical day, the benefits and disadvantages of their profession, their salary, and offer you excellent advice on the qualifications and experience required to get you ahead in your preferred career path.

CAREERS IN SPORTS SCIENCE British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences accredited members are delivering a series of presentations in areas of their expertise.

More career opportunities are becoming available within the field of sports science, with sports clubs, athletes and leisure centres understanding the importance of healthy nutrition, a positive mental state, the latest injury prevention procedures, and performance analysis.

Practical workshops ■ Performance analysis testing ■ Strength and conditioning testing ■ Sports psychology testing Presentations ■ Careers in sports science ■ Sports psychology in applied practice ■ Preventing injury/optimising performance CAREERS IN SPORTS COACHING AND TEACHING Sports Coach UK, the Association of Physical Education, the Football Association, and the Lawn Tennis Association are delivering a series of presentations in areas of their expertise.

The role of a sports coach is diverse.

Football, for example, is coached to children aged two years old on a Saturday morning, and to professional athletes earning £100K plus during the week. Then again, the more ‘adventurous’ among you might consider a career as a skiing instructor or an outdoor adventure leader.

Physical Education teacher training is one of the most popular and oversubscribed courses for which people apply. These presentations offer guidance and ideas on how you can successfully apply for teacher training positions.

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TIME TO SHINE

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on expertise drawn from all across the industry…

Practical workshops ■ Becoming an official ■ Live coaching sessions ■ PE lesson aims and objectives Presentations ■ Becoming a successful PE teacher ■ Sports coaching as a profession – everything you need to know ■ Getting started in coaching – local opportunities to help you get involved ■ Pathways to a career in tennis CAREERS IN SPORTS MEDIA Sportsbeat is the UK’s leading sports press agency, annually delivering in excess of 20,000 stories to more than 200 newspapers and 300 websites. Sportsbeat reports on football and rugby from the parks to the Premier League, and covers sport from the grassroots up – with reporters everywhere from the Olympic Games to the UK School Games.

Sports journalism is changing – the proliferation of dedicated TV channels, websites, radio stations, niche publications and, of course, newspapers, offers a world of opportunity and has changed the nature of the job. And, as the skills of journalists and communications professionals merge, more and more sports clubs, venues and international governing bodies are employing trained sports communications professionals – introducing a whole host of exciting sports media opportunities.

Workshops ■ Transfer Deadline Day – test the many skills an aspiring journalist should have including writing to a tight deadline, accuracy, and working out the most newsworthy aspect ■ Football Press Conference - a chance to experience what it might be like to go to a press conference as a sports journalist ■ Covering a Race – watch the race and meet the deadline for your 250-word story

employing 400,000-plus people, contributes more than £17 billion to the UK economy. Sports management and sports development, as graduate professions, are central to this provision, each delivering sport and recreation opportunities in both commercial and community contexts.

Employment opportunities exist in commercial sport and recreation management, the countryside, local authority provision and national governing bodies, in addition to schools and workplaces.

Our seminars and workshops give you an insight into coaching

EMPLOYMENT EXHIBITION The exhibition hall has an array of employers and training providers from the sport, leisure and exercise industry, all showcasing the opportunities that they have available.

CAREERS CLINIC The conferences feature an open ‘Careers Clinic’, available for all attendees, who can drop in and ask advice from our team of Careers Advisors.

ASK OUR CAREERS ADVISORS… ■ How to write an effective CV ■ How to write a job application letter or complete a university application form ■ Advice on effective interview techniques BOOK YOUR FREE TICKET FOR THE NEXT CONFERENCE: VISIT WWW.CAREERS IN SPORT.CO.UK/CONFERENCE

CAREERS IN SPORTS DEVELOPMENT The Football Association showcases its football development programme, highlighting the National Game Strategy and how football development will move forward over the next five years.

The sport and recreation sector, www.careers-in-sport.co.uk

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VITAL INFO: DON'T MISS ATHING!

Brunel University, Wednesday 3 October, Uxbridge Campus sports centre, 09.30 – 16.30 KEYNOTE PRESENTATIONS (Exercise Studio) TITLE

PRESENTER

TIME

■ What makes a champion?

■ Joining the sector?

■ Careers in Sports Science

Professor Mark Williams Brunel University David Stalker CEO Fitness Industry Association Dr Costas Karageorghis Dr Misia Gervis BASES accredited members Brunel University ■ Sports Coaching as a profession Colin Bennett Sports Coach UK ■ Eight years in football development. Steve Swallow The Football Association A case study from the Football Association ■ Making HE Choices & Karen Auld Brunel University The Personal Statement ■ What are your career options Harvey Grout Careers in Sport in the sports industry?

09.45 – 10.15 10.30 – 11.10 11.25 – 12.05 12.30 – 13.10 13.30 – 14.10 14.25 – 15.05 15.20 – 16.00

SPORTS MEDIA WORKSHOPS (Indoor Athletics Centre Room IAC011) ■ Transfer Deadline Day (see right for more information)

News Associates

10.45 – 12.00

■ Football Press Conference

News Associates

13.45 – 14.45

■ Covering The Race

News Associates

15.15 – 16.15

Seminar A

Seminar C

Seminar D

09.30 – 10.00 Performance Analysis Sara Horne

09.30 – 10.00 Getting Started in Sports Coaching Sports Coach UK

10.15 – 10.45 CV Workshop Judith McIntyre

10.15 – 10.45 Becoming a Personal Trainer Premier Training

09.30 – 10.00 Prevent Injury/Optimise Performance Rachel France, Intelligent Training Systems

11.00 – 11.30 Performance Analysis Sara Horne

11.00 – 11.30 PE Teaching Association of Physical Education

11.45 – 12.15 CV Workshop Judith McIntyre

11.45 – 12.15 City & Guilds Apprenticeships Kevin Blanch, City & Guilds

12.30 – 13.00 Performance Analysis Sara Horne 13.40 – 14.10 CV Workshop Judith McIntyre 14.25 – 14.55 Performance Analysis Sara Horne

Seminar B (Practical) 12.30 – 13.30 Take away practical skills to assess pelvic and shoulder function.

Intelligent Training Systems 14.00 – 15.00 Practical session looking at the M.A.S.C principles of strength and conditioning.

Intelligent Training Systems

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12.30 – 13.00 Children’s Sports Coaching Jamie Hazeldine Star Hotshots 13.40 – 14.10 Volunteer Sports Coaching Projects Abroad James Burton Sporting Opportunities 14.25 – 14.55 Personal Training and Beyond The Training Room 15.10 – 15.40 From Graduate to Business Owner in the Sports Industry Rob Oyston Sports Xtra 15.55 – 16.25 Student Life at University Aisha Naibe-Wey, Sports Science Student

10.15 – 10.45 Working as a Ski & Snow Instructor Steven Purdie, Snow Skool 11.00 – 11.30 Programme Design From the Inside Out Rachel France, Intelligent Training Systems 11.45– 12.15 Making A Difference In Sport Development: Careers Around The World Louise Mansfield & Vassil Girginov, Brunel University 12.30 – 13.00 Pathways To A Career In Tennis Tom Gibbins, LTA and Tennis Foundation 13.40 – 14.10 Becoming A Sports Official Steve Swallow, The Football Association 14.25 – 14.55 Apprenticeships - A Real Alternative Richmond Upon Thames College Training Solutions 15.10 – 15.40 Rsearch Careers in Sports and Exercise Sciences Professor V. Baltzopoulos, Brunel University

Brunel University Kingston Lane Uxbridge, Middlesex UB8 3PH www.brunel.ac.uk UNIVERSITY TOURS (start outside the sports centre) 14.00 – 14.30 Tour of Brunel University campus ELITE ATHLETE COACHING SESSION (Indoor Athletics Centre) Brunel's Indoor Athletics Centre (IAC) is the centrepiece of the University's performance sport facilities.

The Centre is also a UK Athletics Regional Performance Centre and is the chosen training venue for many of the country's finest athletes.

Delegates have the opportunity to observe two coaching sessions delivered by Ian Grant to GB International Ashley Bryant.

Ian Grant has been a Great Britain coach for Combined Events from 2001 and was the Decathlon National Coach from 2005 until 2009. He is now based at Brunel University where he coaches several highly-ranked athletes and has coached nearly 50 International athletes in his coaching career including several International Championship medallists.

Ashley Bryant finished fifth in the 2011 World Student Games, 12th in the 2012 European Senior Championships and was this year's Brunel University Sportsman of the year, as well as being a Brunel University Sports Scholar and current Sports Science Student.

Coaching Sessions are taking place 13.15 – 14.00 and 14.30 – 15.15 (places limited) CAREERS ADVICE CLINIC (Sports Hall) An open ‘Careers Clinic’ is available for all attendees to drop in and ask the team of Careers Advisors advice.

CAREERS IN SPORT AND EXERCISE EXHIBITION (Sports Hall) The exhibition hall has an array of employers and training providers from the sport, leisure and exercise industry. www.careers-in-sport.co.uk

UNIVERSITY TIMETABLES

University of Worcester, Thursday 25 October, Riverside Campus, 09.30 – 16.30 KEYNOTE PRESENTATIONS (Lecture Room) TITLE

PRESENTER

■ Inspired for life

Will Norman GB Paralympian

TIME 09.45 – 10.15

■ What are your career options Harvey Grout in the sports industry?

Careers in Sport

10.30 – 11.10

■ Careers in sports science

Dr. Daniel Eastough BASES accredited member University of Worcester

11.25 – 12.05

■ ‘You are Rising Talent.'

Sue Briggs Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity

12.20 – 13.00

■ Sports coaching as a profession

Colin Bennett Sports Coach UK

13.15 – 13.55

■ Apprenticeships

Julia Bakewell National Apprenticeship Service

■ Becoming a PE teacher

Association of Physical Education

14.55 – 15.30

■ University options

Careers in Sport & University of Worcester

15.50 – 16.20

14.00 – 14.40

SEMINARS (Dance Studio) TITLE ■ Getting Started in Sports Coaching

PRESENTER Sports Coach UK

TIME 09.45 – 10.15

■ From graduate to business owner in the sports industry

Rob Oyston Sports Xtra

10.30 – 11.00

■ Careers in sport and exercise psychology

Stewart Cotterill English Cricket Board

■ Applied Sports Science in Practice

Dr. Daniel Eastough University of Worcester

12.00 – 12.30

■ Children’s Sports Coaching

Jamie Hazeldine Star Hotshots

13.00 – 13.30

■ Working as a Ski & Snow Instructor

Steven Purdie Snow Skool

13.45 – 14.15

■ Personal Training and Beyond

The Training Room

■ Pathways to a career in tennis

Tom Gibbins LTA and Tennis Foundation

■ City & Guilds Apprenticeships Kevin Blanch, City & Guilds www.careers-in-sport.co.uk

11.15 – 11.45

CAREERS ADVICE CLINIC (Activity Hall) An open ‘Careers Clinic’ is available for all attendees to drop in and ask the team of Careers Advisors advice.

Presentation How to write an effective CV Nigel Coley-Smith, Careers Advisor 11.30 – 11.50 and 14.30 – 14.50 University of Worcester PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS SUITE This seminar will give an insight into the world of performance analysis.

It will give the students an interactive experience of the performance analysis support afforded to professional sports teams.

A variety of software packages (e.g Sportcode, Prozone, Focus etc) will be demonstrated with the students having the opportunity to try out the various features.

10.30 – 11.30 12.30 – 1.30 2.30 – 3.30 MOBILE SPORTS SCIENCE LABORATORY (Car Park) The mobile laboratory from the Motion and Performance Centre will be on site hosting a series of sports science activities. These include the opportunity to test you reactions, hand-eye coordination and stamina with the Batak wall, measure your explosive strength with jump height and demonstrations of the latest physiology testing and motion capture.

CAREERS IN SPORT AND EXERCISE EXHIBITION (Activity Hall) The exhibition hall has an array of employers and training providers from the sport, leisure and exercise industry.

University of Worcester Riverside, 113 Hylton Road, Worcester, WR2 SJN www.worcester.ac.uk

SPORTS MEDIA WORKSHOPS (Social Learning Space) 10.45 – 12.00 TRANSFER DEADLINE DAY News Associates This is a breaking news exercise that tests many skills an aspiring journalist should have including writing to a tight deadline, accuracy, working out what the most newsworthy aspect is and many more.

13.45 – 14.45 FOOTBALL PRESS CONFERENCE News Associates This is a chance to experience what it might be like to go to a press conference as a sports journalist and recognise the importance of shorthand as well as being able to pick what is the most interesting information.

15.15 – 16.15 COVERING A RACE News Associates Watch a horse the race, take notes and meet a tight deadline for your 250-word story. It will test your ability to spot a story and how your writing technique holds up in a tight finish.

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UNIVERSITY TIMETABLES

University of East London, Friday 2 November, Dept. of Sports Journalism, 09.45 – 16.30 SPORTS MEDIA WORKSHOPS (Dept. of Sports Journalism SD. 108) TITLE

PRESENTER

■ Transfer Deadline Day ■ Football Press Conference ■ Covering a Race

News Associates News Associates News Associates

TIME 10.45 – 12.00 13.45 – 14.45 15.15 – 16.15

SPORTS SCIENCE SEMINARS (SD. 123) TITLE

PRESENTER

■ How do I improve my performance

Gary Doyle

■ Who can keep me at my performance peak?

■ What else can I do to make me faster, stronger, tougher?

Michael Cole

TIME 10.55 – 12.00 12.15 – 13.30

Andy Preston, James Beale

13.40 – 14.50

Presentations

Presentations

Seminars

Seminars

(SD.1.12) 09.45 – 10.15 Opening Address Selena Bolingbroke Pro-Vice Chancellor

(SD.1.13) 09.45 – 10.15 What Are Your Career Options In The Sports Industry?

Harvey Grout Careers In Sport

(SD.1.09) 10.20 – 10.50 Getting Started In Sports Coaching Sports Coach UK

(SD.1.24) 10.20 – 10.50 Programme Design From The Inside Out Intelligent Training Systems

10.25 – 11.05 What Are Your CareerOptions In The Sports Industry?

Harvey Grout Careers In Sport 11.15 – 11.55 Careers In Sports Science James Beale Bases Accredited Members, UEL 12.05 – 12.45 Careers In Sports Media Jack Travers News Associates 12.55 – 13.35 Sports Coaching As A Profession Colin Bennett Sports Coach Uk 13.45 – 14.25 Eight Years In Football Development: A Case Study From The Football Association Steve Swallow The Football Association 14.35 – 15.10 Making HE Choices & The Personal Statement Richard Hunt University Of East London 15.40 – 16.15 Q & A Panel Careers In Sport University Of East London News Associates Sports Coach Uk Fitpro

10.25 – 11.05 Eight Years In Football Development.

A Case Study From The Football Association Steve Swallow The Football Association 11.15 – 11.55 Sports Coaching As A Profession Colin Bennett Sports Coach Uk 12.05 – 12.45 Careers In Sports Science James Beale Bases Accredited Members, UEL 12.55 – 13.35 Making HE Choices & The Personal Statement Richard Hunt University Of East London 13.45 – 14.25 Q & A Panel Careers In Sport University Of East London News Associates Sports Coach Uk Fitpro 14.35 – 15.10 Careers In Sports Media Jack Travers News Associates

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11.05 – 11.35 Becoming A Personal Trainer Premier Training 11.35 – 11.50 Life As A Student And Becoming An Award-Winning Coach Mary-Ann Ramsey 11.50 – 12.20 Prevent Injury/Optimise Performance Intelligent Training Systems 12.35 – 13.05 Children’s Sports Coaching Star Hotshots 13.20 – 13.50 Working As A Ski and Snow Instructor Snow Skool 14.05 – 14.35 Personal Training And Beyond The Training Room 14.50 – 15.20 From Graduate To Business Owner In The Sports Industry Sports Xtra 15.35 – 16.05 Pathways To A Career In Tennis LTA And Tennis Foundation

11.05 – 11.35 Becoming A Sports Official The Football Association 11.50 – 12.20 Developing Newham All-Stars Sports Academy (Nassa) Natasha Hart (Director Of Nassa) 12.35 – 13.05 Motion Analysis Gary Doyle 14.05 – 14.35 Strength & Conditioning At West Ham United Monte Columbo (Head Strength & Conditioning Coach, WHU) 14:35 – 15:00 From Sports Degree To Primary School Teaching Sarah Grey SYMPOSIUM 15.00 – 16.00 ■ Player Support At Essex County Cricket Club: An Overview Of Roles And Career Reflections Of Support Staff ■ Presenters: Chris Silverwood - Head Bowling Coach At Essex Ccc, Chris Clarke -Irons - Science And Medicine Manager/ Lead Physio At Essex County Cricket Club, James Beale Sport Psychologist

UEL 4-6 University Way, East Ham, Greater London, E16 2RD www.uel.ac.uk CAREERS ADVICE CLINIC (Sports Hall) An open ‘Careers Clinic’ is available for all attendees to drop in and ask our team of Careers Advisors advice.

In addition, an information centre with details about university options, life at university, sport-related careers and applying to university will be available throughout the day. They will be able to answer questions as you make important decisions in your career.

CAREERS IN SPORT AND EXERCISE EXHIBITION (Sports Hall) The exhibition hall has an array of employers and training providers from the sport, leisure and exercise industry showcasing the opportunities they have available.

PRACTICAL WORKSHOPS (Sports Hall) 11.15 – 12.00 Pocketfit Training presents the ultimate personal trainer using the unique and exclusive Zero to Hero programme 13.00 – 14.00 Take away practical skills to assess pelvic and shoulder function Intelligent Training Systems

This one-hour practical workshop is an introduction to the Intrinsic Biomechanical Screening process and demonstrates how the pelvis and shoulder have an intrinsic biomechanical link. It’s a handson session were you can see how Biomechanics Coaching can help improve your chances of working in the sports and fitness arena.

15.00 – 16.00 M.S.A.C principles of corrective exercise

Intelligent Training Systems

We teach you how to apply the MSAC principles to provide your clients/athletes with a powerfully effective training programme that will help them achieve their goals and see you as an expert in your field. www.careers-in-sport.co.uk

APPRENTICESHIPS FROM THE INSTITUTE OF SWIMMING

Industry-leading, innovative and flexible - we have a track record of achievement ABOUT US

The IoS have an impressive track record within the sport and leisure industry and are at the cutting edge of aquatic teacher and coach education. They provide a range of courses including short coaching courses, coaching development seminars and various apprenticeships. They provide all the necessary skills, qualifications and knowledge to equip candidates to work within the sport and active leisure industry.

OUR APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMMES

The IoS have a team of enthusiastic, qualified and experienced sport and leisure industry professionals with years of experience in the field as coaches, teachers, gym instructors, personal trainers and leisure managers.

HOW DO THE APPRENTICESHIPS WORK? ■ The tutor/assessor visits the workplace every six-eight weeks to provide advice and guidance ■ You may need to attend a range of five-ten-day workshops and courses ■ IoS training will fund your qualifications ■ Your employer will pay an apprentice wage

HOW LONG DOES IT LAST? The Level 2 apprenticeship programmes take 12 months to complete, the Level 3 apprenticeships 24 months.

WHAT APPRENTICESHIPS DOES IOS TRAINING OFFER? We provide a number of apprenticeship programmes including: ■ Teaching/Coaching (for a range of sports) ■ Instructing Exercise and Fitness and Personal Training ■ Leisure Operations and Management ■ Advanced Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence (for elite athletes) CAN YOU COMPLETE AN IOS APPRENTICESHIP? YES IF YOU: ■ Are not in any other education or training whilst on the apprenticeship ■ Do not hold a University Degree /HND ■ Are aged 16-24 If you're not eligible, you can complete a range of courses with IoS Training, please visit www.theiosonline.com to find a course!

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER THE APPRENTICESHIP?

Apprentices are able to secure full-time paid employment as coaches, recreation assistants, activity leaders for sports camps as well as assistant centre managers.

So for those who love sport and being active,an IoS apprenticeship is the perfect way to kick start a career in the sport and active leisure industry.

To apply visit www.swimming.org/ios

volunteer sports coaching projects abroad

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CAREERS IN SPORT & EXE R CONFERENCES – PRESENT E Check out our winning line-up of organisations, all of whom are keen to help you develop your

Room 117, Bredon, University of Worcester, Henwick Grove, Worcester, WR2 6AJ 01905 855 584 enquiries@afpe.org.uk www.afpe.org.uk The Association for Physical Education (afPE) is the only physical education subject association in the UK. We are committed to being the representative organisation of choice for people and agencies delivering or supporting the delivery of physical education in schools and the community.

SportPark, Loughborough University, 3 Oakwood Drive, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LW11 3QF 01509 226474 info@cimspa.co.uk www.cimspa.co.uk Our aim is to develop a vibrant, UK wide sport and physical activity sector, led by professionals providing advocacy and leadership and working in partnership with its stakeholders to help ensure the highest standards of service delivery.

Castlewood House, 77-91 New Oxford Street, London, WC1A 1PX 020 7420 8560 info@fia.org.uk www.fia.org.uk The FIA is the UK trade body which stands for getting more people more active more often. With over 3,000 members, we promote and protect the interests of our members and the health and fitness sector, establish partnerships in pursuit of a healthier nation.

We are a government delivery partner.

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British Horseracing Authority, 75 High Holborn, London WC1V 6LS

8263 FLINT, LENEXA, KS. 66214 USA

020 7152 0020 mdouglas@britishhorseracing.com www.careersinracing.com

001-913-599-4884 EXT 233 ajones@challengersports.com www.challengersports.com

We provide information on careers, training and jobs in the horseracing industry. We work closely with the two Racing Schools delivering apprenticeships and qualifications (Level 2 Diploma in Racehorse Care) for young people. We also have a successful Graduate Development Programme which runs each year. Come and talk to us!

The most popular soccer camps in the USA and Canada! That's 3,000 camps, 120,000 players and 1,000 coaches.

All coaches are provided with competitive salaries, flights, transport, housing, a great kit package and an incredible e xperience!

Summer, nine-month and full-time opportunities.

City & Guilds, 1 Giltspur Street, London, EC1A 9DD

Football Services Division, The FA Group, Wembley Stadium, Wembley, HA9 0WS

020 7294 8021 kevin.blanch@cityandguilds.com www.cityandguilds.com

+44 (0) 844 980 8200 # 4597 steve.swallow@thefa.com www.thefa.com/my-football/volunteer/ football-futures

As the UK’s leading vocational education organisation, City & Guilds’ purpose is to help people and organisations develop their skills for personal and economic growth. Established in 1878, we offer over 500 qualifications across 28 industries and help two million people unlock their potential every year.

13e Main Street, Keyworth, Nottingham, NG12 5AA 01158780466 info@intelligenttrainingsystems.com or michael@intelligenttrainingsystems.com www.intelligenttrainingsystems.com World leaders in Biomechanics Coaching, ITS are a science -based company, proud to deliver a specialist range of evidence based education, design and consultancy service to empower groups and individuals in the following areas; fitness/recreation, sports/performance, corporate wellness and medical/rehab.

Football Futures is the FA’s Leadership and Volunteering Programme for young people.

Annually we recruit, retain, develop, reward and provide a progressive pathway for over 4,000 young leaders. We provide authentic opportunities to get involved in volunteering in football and develop life skills.

The National Tennis Centre, 100 Priory Lane, Roehampton, London, SW15 5JQ 0208 487 7000 info@lta.org.uk www.lta.org.uk or www.tennisfoundation.org.uk The LTA is the national governing body for British Tennis and our goal is to grow and sustain the sport.

The Tennis Foundation is Great Britain’s leading tennis charity and our vision is a sport which is inclusive and accessible to every kind of community. www.careers-in-sport.co.uk

MEET AND GREET

E RCISE T ERS AND EXHIBITORS

our

career in sport. Remember, they're here to help you, so why not get in contact?

Top Floor, Windsor House, Ermine Business Park, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, PE29 6XS

Snow Skool, 37-39 Southgate Street, Winchester, S023 9EH

247 The Broadway, Wimbledon, London, SW19 1SD/111 Piccadilly, Manchester, M1 2HY

0845 1 90 90 90 courses@premierglobal.co.uk www.premierglobal.co.uk

01962 855220 phil@snowskool.co.uk www.snowskool.co.uk

0208 545 1650 training@sportsbeat.co.uk www.sportsbeat.co.uk/training

Premier Training International is a leading health and fitness industry training provider. PTI has delivered quality vocational education since 1992 and is dedicated to developing individuals within the sector.

With over 150 staff across 30 national training venues, Premier has trained in excess of 30,000 students.

Ski and snowboard instructor training courses in Canada, France, New Zealand and USA. SnowSkool also offers an instructor recruitment service to help you find work when qualified.

Sportsbeat are the UK’s leading independent sports press agency, covering the Olympics to grassroots football and every sport in between.

Alongside sister company News Associates they also trained 44% of the UK’s NCTJ qualified journalists in 2011 through their newsrooms.

Sports Coach UK, Chelsea Close, Armley, Leeds, LS12 4HP

The Clock House, Station Approach, Marlow, Buckinghamshire, SL7 1NT

0113-274 4802 communications@sportscoachuk.org www.sportscoachuk.org

0208 123 8702 info@sportingopportunities.com www.sportingopportunities.com

Malthouse Avenue, RegusHouse, Cardiff Gate Business Park, Pontprennau, Cardiff, CF23 8RU

Sports Coach UK are inspired by a belief that good sports coaches enhance sporting experiences and increase and sustain active lifestyles. This in turn brings enormous health and well-being benefits.

Our vision is UK coaching excellence, enabling every child, player and athlete to follow their dreams, have fun and fulfil their potential in sport.

Sporting Opportunities offers sporty people (like you) the chance to join sports coaching volunteer projects in Africa, Asia and South America and coach sports to disadvantaged children. Perfect for gap years, career breaks or volunteer holidays. Projects include football, rugby, cricket, hockey, netball, swimming, athletics, basketball, tennis, baseball, ultimate frisbee, boxing, volleyball and more!

PO Box 4219, Ascot, SL5 5BA

First Floor Waterloo House, 4 Imperial Way, Maxwell Fleets Corner, Waterloo Road, Road, Borehamwood, Poole, Dorset, BH17 0HL Herts, WD6 1JG

0845 301 0450 Jamie@hotshots-sports.co.uk www.star-hotshots.co.uk Star Hotshots have an excellent reputation for high-quality childcare. In OFSTED's last inspection they graded us: 'Outstanding for helping children enjoy and achieve'. We run multi-activity holiday camps, birthday parties, school programmes and Saturday morning multi-skills clubs. We are looking for enthusiastic, qualified sports coaches/teachers to establish our services in new areas. For more details or to apply please email Jamie@hotshots-sports.co.uk. www.careers-in-sport.co.uk

07863183496 rob.oyston@sports-xtra.com www.sports-xtra.com We provide physical activities – spy school, detective, futsal and fencing (and more) – aimed at giving children aged 3-12 the opportunity to enjoy a positive experience through sport. We have over 30 franchises across the UK and a number of opportunities for people to own and run their own sports business.

0800 028 4162 info@thetrainingroompt.co.uk www.thetrainingroom.com

020 8213 3000 Daniella@pocketfit-training.com www.pocketift-training.com

The Training Room is a personal trainer course provider offering a range of courses at locations nationwide. However, The Training Room is more than a training provider; it’s a complete careers solution. Graduates are guaranteed interviews and, with continued employment support, get a real head-start in their careers.

Pocketfit Training is a rapidly growing Training Company servicing the learning and development of all leisure professionals. Working in partnership with SkillsActive and Active IQ, Pocketfit are able to offer a multitude of nationally recognised qualifications and a unique range of CPD programmers with interactive resources to engage participants.

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BE THE BEST AT BRUNEL

What have Usian Bolt, Korea's Olympians and Canada's Paralympians got in common? They all used Brunel, of course! And if it's good enough for them...

Sports Science: why Brunel?

In line with the London 2012 Olympic Games, the University has earmarked Sport Sciences as a subject for growth and development. It has spent over £14m on a new sports and fitness complex and invested heavily in new laboratory facilities.

Visit www.brunel.ac.uk/2012 and www. brunel.ac.uk/life/fitness for more details.

World-class academics

We have a long-standing reputation for excellence in teaching and an impressive record of research, which consistently attracts high-calibre students and staff.

Sport Sciences courses at Brunel are delivered by world-class academics whose innovative research underpins an uptodate and relevant curriculum.

We are at the forefront of research in Sport Sciences - we teach at the cutting edge and our students learn from the specialists who are generating the new knowledge in Sport Science. There are staff with national and international reputations for their research and publications, and some who are accredited by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES), which enables them to work with high performance athletes.

Embedded in Sport

Our work with major sport agencies, policy makers and blue chip companies illustrates how our expertise is regarded by the sport sector at all levels and highlights the relevant, topical and uptodate nature of our work. There are multiple benefits for students from these relationships, both in terms of knowledge but also through placements and dissertation opportunities.

Amongst others, we work with Sport England, UK Sport, UK Athletics, British Cycling, the English Institute of Sport, the Commonwealth Secretariat, British Psychological Society, NSPCC, local health partnerships, the United Nations and UNICEF, the FA, the ICC, StreetGames, IMG and Nike and with schools and coaches.

Our students have varied backgrounds and interests – some are keen to explore the application of scientific theory to sports performance, others the links between sport and community, education, health or politics further.

Many of our students are high level sportsmen and sportswomen who successfully combine study with training and competition. Visit www.brunel. ac.uk/2012 to see past and present Brunel students hoping to make an impact.

Brunel University is no.1 in London for Sports Science. Staff are leaders in the fields of expertise...

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Brunel is nearing completion of a £300million redevelopment programme. The facilities are modern and state of the art

Degree uses?

Sport Sciences graduates from Brunel have gone on to enjoy careers in a diverse range of related areas: applied Sport Science (strength and conditioning, sport psychology, biomechanics, physiology), grassroots to elite coaching, leisure and fitness industry, sports development, sports event management and marketing, youth work, and the Armed Forces. You also have the opportunity to undertake teacher training or studying higher degrees (Masters and Doctorates).

Placements and Employability We recognise the increased importance of work-related learning in Higher Education.

Brunel graduates enjoy an excellent employment record and there will be a strong focus throughout your study on the development of employability skills.

All of our Sport Sciences courses are offered with the option of a Placement Year, intended to consolidate, complement and extend the academic programme and enable the integration of professional practice. Our links with partner organisations in sport have provided placement opportunities for students that have resulted in full-time employment after graduation.

Sporting life at Brunel

We are proud to host the best range of sporting facilities of any London university.

Visit www.brunel.ac.uk/services/sport.

Next steps

The Careers in Sport event is a great opportunity to find out more about Sport Sciences at Brunel. Representatives will be on hand to answer any questions, but if you would like more information, please email sse-ugcourses@brunel.ac.uk or call us on +44 (0) 1895 267019. We look forward to hearing from you.

What we offer

All degrees are offered as three-year courses or as four-year sandwich courses with a placement year. These courses may be studied full-time or part-time.

■ BSc (Hons) Sport Sciences ■ BSc (Hons) Sport Sciences (Management of Sport Development) ■ BSc (Hons) Sport Sciences (Coaching) ■ BSc (Hons) Sport Sciences (Human Performance) ■ BSc (Hons) Sport Sciences (Physical Education and Youth Sport) *Please note that course names may be subject to change.

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The Institute of

Sport & Exercise Science

at the University of Worcester Excellence The University of Worcester has a proven record of excellence in the field of sport and exercise science, with plenty to offer anyone who has an enthusiasm for sport, exercise and health.

Quality Teaching With a history of academic achievement and an ambitious agenda for the future, the Institute of Sport and Exercise Science offers you a learning experience rooted in a rich educational and sporting heritage, boosted by cutting-edge research and facilities.

In addition to traditional lectures, a significant amount of teaching is conducted in informal tutorials, seminars and practical sessions, so there are many opportunities for you to interact with staff and other students.

All our activities are underpinned by a commitment to quality and impact. This is central to our teaching and also informs our research, which seeks to make a positive contribution to the world around us.

Approach and Ethos We share our passion for discovery to inspire and nurture the sports scientists of the future. Today’s students demand an increasingly personalised educational experience and we are able to offer flexible courses with a range of modules and placements designed to help you discover your individual talents.

Expert staff Our curriculum is constantly updated, creating a vibrant and dynamic study environment. In addition, our academic staff are at the forefront of their fields, which means they are ideally placed to share the most up-to-date knowledge.

Taking part The University has a reputation for supporting talented athletes. Both students and staff from Worcester played for the England Blind Football team in the London and Beijing Paralympics and the University’s men’s basketball team have taken the British Universities and Colleges Sports championship title for the sixth time in eight years.

For further information For a full list of available courses and to register for an open day, please visit us online at www.worcester.ac.uk

Open Days at the University of Worcester • • • • •

22 September, 10am-3pm 23 September, 10am-3pm 1 November, 12-4pm 2 November, 12-4pm 21 November, 12-4pm

Visit us online at www.worcester.ac.uk/opendays to book your place

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WHERE ARE THE JOBS?

KEEP ONE STEPAHEAD You've got the qualifications. Congrats! Fitness expert Nicola Joyce reveals how to get started in this competitive industry...

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ccording to fitness industry national training provider, Lifetime, 41% of 16-24 year olds feel anxious about job prospects. But, as David Stalker, CEO, of the Fitness Industry Association points out, the industry is booming. "The sport and fitness sector offers plenty of opportunities for young workers," says David. "Thirty per cent of the workforce is under 24 years old.

Additionally, the sector is one of the few in the UK to have remained stable during the economic downturn, and is starting to show modest signs of growth. So it’s a great time for young professionals to join in."

Take Declan Rath, 18, and who is currently working as a Personal Trainer at Peak Fitness in Bracknell. "I’m a gym fanatic and couldn’t see myself doing anything else," he says. "I love my job and the people I meet. I’ve been in the industry for just over two years and got my qualifications (Fitness Instructor, Personal Trainer, Nutritionist and Children’s Group Exercise Instructor) through Lifetime and Focus Training.

My first job was voluntary work experience at my local gym. I took the initiative and applied for a position. After completing my personal training qualification, I found my current job through local knowledge of gyms in the area. So find out which are the most recognised qualifications employers look for and make sure you have them."

DID YOU KNOW? ■ Public leisure centres and private fitness club chains account for the largest percentage of places of work.

■ Eleven out of the top 20 sports listed in Sport England’s Active People survey now being delivered in leisure centres.

■ Further opportunities are emerging, driven by closer connections between exercise and medicine, such as sports and exercise medicine professionals and exercise professionals qualified to deliver exercise to specific populations.

■ Management in the sector also has an encouragingly young profile, with four in ten senior managers aged 25-34.

Information from the Fitness Industry Association http://www.fia.org.uk/

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What are employers in the sector looking for? Get one step ahead with this advice from those in the know...

Rachel Gambiragio is Human Resources Manager at Freedom Leisure (www. freedom-leisure.co.uk). She looks for potential, good interpersonal skills, and enthusiasm when recruiting. "But experience is very important," she advises.

"Most of our centres offer work experience placements, so apply directly to the centre.

Then work hard and learn as much as you can (don't be afraid to ask questions)."

Michelle Bletso, Group Fitness Development Manager of award-winning national leisure operator Everyone Active (www.everyoneactive.com), agrees that it's your passion for the industry which can set you apart from the competition.

"Candidates have to be willing to work hard and understand that most jobs in the sector are not 9-5," she says.

"Communication skills and your ability to adapt easily to change are key. Voluntary work and life skills, as well as your own sport and fitness interests, show us your own personal passion."

The Training Room (www.thetrainingroom. com) is a personal training academy that guarantees graduates interviews until they find a placement. Lianne Kennedy says it's important to get the correct qualifications for the role you're after. "Think about your route into employment as well as gaining qualifications," she says. "Speak to as many people as possible who are already working in the industry, make good contacts and leave a good impression. If you can speak to someone who is doing your dream job, you'll get a greater understanding of how to get there yourself."

USEFUL RESOURCES For development paths and apprenticeship programmes, visit www.lifetimetraining.co.uk.

Try Leisurejobs, Leisure Opportunities, UK Sport, Sport England and individual operator websites for job listings.

Keep an eye on your local newspaper and noticeboards.

CHARLOTTE ORD Top tips from the current England lacrosse Head Strength and Conditioning Coach and trainer on the hit TV show, The Biggest Loser.

Charlotte was named Personal Trainer of the Year 2010 and owns Surrey club, Phoenix Pro Fitness.

"I’ve always invested heavily in my own education and have had some fantastic mentors. I try to spend to as much time as possible with the industry leaders and absorb everything they share. Being a success isn’t just about your knowledge of the job. It’s also about how you communicate, the kind of person you are and how you conduct yourself. I’ve never been afraid to ask for help, or reveal my ambitions.

I think if you’re brave enough to put it out there, opportunities come along a lot more readily. I also think it’s important to have something greater than yourself as a driving force.

"Once you’re qualified, that’s when the true education begins. Going on courses and learning new skills will inspire and motivate you. Look at the top trainers around the world (and who they network with). Study their work and attend their courses. These are the guys who will give you clues as to how to fulfil your potential. Don’t just look inside the industry for inspiration and education.

"Network as often as you can, both within and outside of the industry and learn how to sell yourself. Social networking sites are fine but there is nothing like meeting people face to face. Beg, borrow or steal to do an internship with a leading personal trainer or strength and conditioning expert! The experience, knowledge and opportunities you’ll gain from doing this will fast-track your career.

"It's essential you have a brilliant attitude and be prepared to work long hours. There is a huge amount of competition, but the cream always rises to the top. Those that really want to be great at what they do will shine through. Go the extra mile and you will be a success. Be brave!"

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THE FUTURE IS BRIGHT

Fancy a career using sport and exercise sciences? Good news, jobs are on the rise‌ Dr Martin Jones, is a British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) accredited Sport and Exercise Scientist, and Senior Lecturer in Sport & Exercise Psychology at the University of Gloucestershire‌ For students studying sport and exercise science courses, the future is bright. The career opportunities for sport and exercise science graduates have increased in recent years, and that rise looks set to continue.

Spectators of the Olympic and Paralympic Games will have seen the role of sport and exercise science in the development and success of the athletes. Experts

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in psychology, physiology and biomechanics have helped professional sportsmen and women improve their everyday training and their ability to compete at the highest level.

When things go wrong, when an athlete is injured, the sport and exercise science professional can also help. Many sport and exercise science graduates go on to careers in injury rehabilitation and physiotherapy.

As long as athletes strive to go faster, higher, and stronger, there will be opportunities for graduates in sport and exercise sciences to conduct research and gain employment.

The skills gained during a sport and exercise science degree are not limited to helping Olympians. Many other sports teams use sport and exercise science services to ensure an edge over their competition.

Moreover, non-sport sectors are increasingly seeking sport and exercise expertise, with sport and exercise professionals finding employment in education, the military services, the NHS, and the private sector.

The skills learned in sport and exercise courses are well suited to careers in primary, secondary, and higher education. Following a degree in sport and exercise, graduates who complete a postgraduate certificate in education (PGCE) can teach in primary and secondary schools. And those who complete postgraduate study in sport and exercise sciences (eg MSc and PhD) can also go on to careers in further and higher education.

Many sport and exercise graduates develop careers in the military as soldiers, sailors, Marines, airmen and airwomen. Sport

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"THE SCOPE OF CAREERS IS LIMITED ONLY BY GRADUATES' IMAGINATION" and exercise professionals also help military personnel prepare for the physiological and psychological demands of warfare, and develop technologies and training methods for service personnel. And sport and exercise professionals also help military personnel recover from injury and re-enter civilian life.

Sport and exercise graduates are also well placed to help the NHS achieve the public health goals of increasing physical activity, reducing sedentary behaviour, and preventing obesity and its associated medical conditions. Many hospitals and Primary Care Trusts appoint specialists with exercise backgrounds to work in cardiac rehabilitation, neurological rehabilitation, pain management, respiratory rehabilitation, and cancer support. And

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with the NHS incorporating physical activity within its national service frameworks, job opportunities are set to increase here.

In the private sector, sport and exercise graduates can forge diverse career paths.

Graduates have worked in the fitness sector, and have started personal training companies, performance nutrition companies, performance analysis services, sports management partnerships, and sports agencies; the scope of careers is only limited by the imagination of those future sport and exercise graduates.

In the not-too-distant future, medical practitioners

Sport and exercise expertise is now in big demand across a raft of employment sectors…

may well begin prescribing exercise as medicine; golf courses will employ sports psychologists as well as golf professionals; and FTSE 100 companies will want to know how to perform under pressure – just like our leading sports men and women. The graduates of the future will be able to step up in those new areas.

So clearly there are many diverse career paths open to graduates of the sport and exercise sciences, with careers in sport and exercise extremely rewarding – not only in monetary terms, but also in their capacity to make positive changes to people’s lives.

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SPORTS PSYCHOLOGIST What's it like working as a sport psychologist –and how do you get there? A registered sport and exercise psychologist, explains…

CASE STUDY No. 1

STEWART COTTERILL I've been working as a sport and exercise psychologist for around ten years now and can say, hand on heart, that I have enjoyed every minute. Every day there's a chance to talk to interesting and motivated individuals, and experience a range of inspirational and challenging environments.

I was interested in sport psychology after doing it as part of 'A' level PE, so I went to university to get qualified as a sport and exercise psychologist. I've worked with teams and individuals in many sports including football, golf, basketball, rugby, track and field athletics. One of my current roles is working with the England Performance Programme (EPP) for the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), working with many very talented cricketers, and travelling to Australia and India.

My ECB role focuses on performance aspects of sport and exercise psychology, to help prepare those on the programme to excel in international cricket. The focus is on helping the most talented young cricketers step up to the full England team, and with England currently the best in the world this 22 CAREERS IN SPORT October/November 2012

is quite a challenge. Recent success stories from the EPP programme include Steven Finn, Craig Keiswetter and Jonny Bairstow. My role is to apply good psychological principles to cricket. We profile the players to give them clarity regarding their strengths and weaknesses. We also develop each player’s ability to perform under pressure, enhancing their confidence, resilience, and, crucially, developing their understanding of their game.

The sport and exercise psychologist must have a good understanding of the relevant psychological theory and research, and be able to tell others the information in a way that is clear and simple. If you understand how and why something works, you can adapt it for each individual.

To practise as a sport and exercise psychologist in the UK you need to follow the training route developed by the British Psychological Society (BPS) Division of Sport and Exercise Psychology (DSEP). The first step is to take an undergraduate BSc (Hons) degree in psychology, or sport and exercise psychology, which needs to be BPS-accredited if you are going to practise.

For those interested in sport and exercise psychology, it's worth becoming a student member of the BPS and the DSEP to keep

up to date with all the latest news and opportunities in the field. It is also important to work on your communication and social skills. A crucial element of the job is making individuals feel they can talk to you, so listening, in particular, is important.

There is more information on careers in sport and exercise psychology, and psychology in general, on the BPS website (www.bps. org.uk) and the DSEP website (www.bps.org.uk/networks-andcommunities/member-networks/ division-sport-and-exercisepsychology). You can also follow me (@ DrStewC) or the DSEP (@BPS_DSEP) on Twitter, and catch up with developments on my blog: www.drstewc.wordpress.com.

To speak to someone at the British Psychological Society about general careers advice, call 0116 254 1314.

Cotterill has helped young players focus on their game

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SPORTS PERFORMANCE ANALYSER Placement year leads to a post-graduation Performance Analysis role at Crystal Palace FC

HOW OLD WERE YOU WHEN YOU DECIDED YOU WANTED TO WORK IN SPORT? I’ve always wanted to work in sport, especially in elite sport.

I began to really think about it at around 14 or 15 years of age, and subsequently decided to study Sport Sciences at Brunel University.

WHAT WERE YOUR REASONS? The idea of working in an office all day didn’t appeal to me. Working in sport, especially elite sport, pushes you each and every day. No day is ever the same, every day there will be something you can do to improve upon the last. Moreover, working within sport allows for interaction with a wide range of people –and you are able to work with people who can inspire you.

WHAT 'A' LEVELS DID YOU DO? History, Criminal Law, Physical Education, and English Literature and Language.

WHY DID YOU DECIDE TO STUDY SPORT SCIENCES? I wanted to work in elite sport, but was never good enough to play at the top level. Studying Sport Sciences at Brunel allowed me to pursue this. Moreover it covered two things that interest me most: science and sport.

WHICH PATHWAY HAVE YOU TAKEN AND WHY? Sport Sciences (Coaching) – this area of Sport Sciences is ever growing. I initially joined Brunel with the idea of becoming an elite sports coach, and therefore this module seemed most appropriate.

There are world-class training facilities at the university, and the course there is well respected by employers. The Brunel Sport Sciences pathways allow you to hone in on a specific field, making you more attractive to employers.

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WHAT WAS BEHIND YOUR DECISION TO DO A COURSE WITH A PLACEMENT YEAR? So many universities offer Sport Sciences as a degree, therefore each year thousands of graduates will come out with similar degrees and are truly no better placed than the next. If you are able to show a strong academic understanding, along with being able to show you can apply this in that field, then you have a great chance of employment. Moreover, taking a placement pushes you as an individual, you learn and progress. In addition, taking a placement year allows you to have a taste of a specific field allowing you to make a judgement – is that job for you or not? And regardless of whether it is or not, upon graduation, you have 12 months' experience on your CV accompanying your degree.

WHAT HAS BEEN THE RESULT OF YOUR PLACEMENT YEAR? I worked part-time this year with the Crystal Palace Academy to accompany the final year of my degree. Following graduation, I have been offered a provisional role full-time within their Sports Science department within Performance Analysis and Sports Science. Finally, I have also gained a strong understanding of the Performance Analysis field and understand the requirements for future progressions.

WHAT SORT OF WORK WERE YOU DOING DURING YOUR PLACEMENT YEAR? Jobs included filming Academy matches from U9s to U18s, postmatch performance analysis (both video and statistical), pre-match opposition analysis of forthcoming opponents and live-match analysis. I also created post-match presentations for coaching staff and players, and in addition created documents for the club Chairman and Manager.

Palace's on-field efforts provide the basis for post-match Performance Analysis…

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WHAT ARE YOUR MEDIUM AND LONG-TERM AMBITIONS? Medium - to secure employment full-time upon graduation for Crystal Palace, and then run the Performance Analysis department within the Academy. Long term - to become a first-team senior analyst for a Premier League or Football League club.

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Exercise Science attempts to solve health problems through sports and exercise

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xercise Science is a discipline of sport and exercise science focused on understanding and seeking solutions to health problems related to physical inactivity (Smith, 2004). It is particularly interested in using physical activity to promote both an individual’s health, and the public health of the nation, including both physical and mental health, achieving this through physical activity programmes and interventions (Smith, 2004).

The majority of physical inactivity problems are health related, such as an increased risk of heart disease and diabetes, and rising levels of obesity (Department of Health, 2011). And regular physical activity has benefits for both physical and mental health –it improves people's well-being, quality of life and can help treat and prevent mental health problems (Crone, Heaney, & Owens, 2009). Subsequently, exercise is commonly used for people with conditions such as obesity, diabetes, coronary heart disease (James et al, 2009), mental health issues (Crone & Guy, 2008), musculoskeletal conditions and general rehabilitation (Dugdill, Crone, & Murphy, 2009).

GROWTH AREA Exercise science has grown enormously in the last 15 years, offering many opportunities for study and work. Many patients and clients living in the community have benefited from working with a qualified

Exercise Scientist to improve their physical and mental health. Given the general health of the nation, and the concerns about rising levels of obesity and low levels of physical activity, exercise to enhance health is only set to continue.

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Typical employment includes Exercise Scientists leading exercise sessions to specific patient groups in the community, for example: ■ Cardiac Rehabilitation - clients who have had problems such as a myocardial infarction (heart attack), coronary artery by-pass surgery; ■ People at risk from coronary heart disease.

Programmes called exercise referral schemes doctors referring clients for programmes of exercise in a leisure centre, fitness club, or community setting and are used to help people become healthier. Patients usually have conditions such as diabetes, asthma, arthritis or depression, among others.

■ Obesity and overweight clients. Weight management programmes find patients referred for exercise specifically for weight loss and weight management.

■ Mental health problems. Mental Health Trusts provide both in-hospital and community-based support and treatment for people with mental health issues for conditions such as depression, anxiety, bi-polar disorder, schizophrenia and psychosis. As part of treatment for their mental and physical health, clients can take part in exercise sessions in a gym, a pool, or in the countryside.

■ Older people. Programmes such as Falls Prevention Exercise classes are provided to specifically target people at risk from - or who have a had - a fall. The programme is designed to increase strength and balance.

■ Physically inactive people. Programmes such as community-based walking are often situated at a doctor’s surgery or leisure centre and involve leaders taking people on guided walks - of various duration and intensity - for fitness and health improvement. Often the participants are older, middle-aged individuals, some with known health problems such as diabetes.

Exericse Science has been growing for 15 years and looks set to continue

THE DESIGN, IMPLEMENTATION AND COORDINATION OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY PROGRAMMES

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■ This area of work involves designing programmes of physical activity in a geographic area such as a district or county and involves the design and management of schemes such as exercise referral in, say, three or four leisure centres, or walks programmes across a countyside area. Typical job titles include Exercise Referral Scheme Coordinator, Healthy Lifestyle Development Officer and Physical Activity Coordinator.

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STRATEGIC AND POLICY DEVELOPMENT

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RESEARCH AND EVALUATION OF INTERVENTIONS

■ This involves working in organisations such as the National Health Service, local government and county councils to include the use of physical activity promotion in policy and enhance the public health of a geographic area, usually a district or county. However, there are also Exercise Scientists who work with the Department of Health at a regional and national level too. They ensure physical activity is on the agenda for government, who work towards developing strategy and policy to improve public health, i.e. the health of the nation. Recent policy documents including physical activity are the Department of Health’s white paper titled ‘Healthy Weight, Healthy Lives’ (Department of Health, 2008) and their report on physical activity, and ‘Start Active, Stay Active: a report on physical activity for health from the four home countries’ (Department of Health, 2011). Typical job titles include Regional Development Manage, Physical Activity, Senior Health Promotion Specialist (physical activity), Health Improvement Development Manager (healthy lifestyles).

■ This can include investigating and assessing whether physical activity interventions improve the health of people who take part and increase levels of physical activity in the specific target group. Usually, this is undertaken by Exercise Scientists working in private research-based companies or universities. The range of job titles include Postdoctoral researcher (adolescents’ physical activity and health behaviour), Research studentship (physical activity) and Associate Researcher (physical activity facilitator).

THE SCIENCE OF GOOD HEALTH What is Exercise Science? Dr Diane Crone, University of Gloucestershire, explains...

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Fancy trying to help improve the health of the nation? Th ere is a There huge range of jobs

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FANCYA CAREER IN COACHING?

You've probably heard leading sportsmen and women talking about the influence of their coach.

The UK needs dedicated people to coach sport. Whether people just want to play for fun or become a high-level performer, everyone needs to start somewhere – this is where you can help...

WHAT IS SPORTS COACHING? Coaches help people of different ages and abilities to develop and improve within sport. They can have a positive influence on people’s life-long involvement in sport, and can be seen as role models, not only by the players and athletes, but also by their families.

A coach can help develop working with and being part of a team, respect, confidence and control – all valuable life skills. It is therefore essential that the coach is trained, and committed to providing a fun, high-quality learning experience for them.

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HOW TO GET INVOLVED There are three potential approaches to starting on your path into coaching: ■ Speak to someone at a local club or group you're interested in assisting.

■ If you don’t know where to find your nearest club: In England, contact your nearest county sports partnership (CSP – a partnership of local and regional sports organisations). If you live in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland contact your national sports council (sportscotland, Sport Wales or Sport Northern Ireland respectively). For local and regional information (see contact details on the sports coach UK website: www.sportscoachuk.org).

■ Most sports have their own governing bodies that oversee all matters relating to their sport’s participants, clubs and coaches at all levels. They will have their

own coaching pathway and run their own coach training qualifications. For example, the Football Association (FA) is the governing body for football and the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) for tennis.

All governing bodies of sport now have their own websites, which hold relevant information and contact details relating to coaching courses and qualifications. (See links on the ‘Become a Coach’ section of the Sports Coach UK website for further information: www.sportscoachuk.org).

The UK needs more coaches to support the ever increasing participation rates in sport. This level is only going to rise after The London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, so demand for quality coaches will be at an all-time high. Your enthusiasm and willingness to support people in sport will develop into an incredibly worthwhile and fulfilling passion! www.careers-in-sport.co.uk

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ME AND MY COACH LAURA TROTT (Gold Cycling: Women’s Pursuit and Women’s Omnium) "I'm peaking at the right time and it's all thanks to the coaches, and the support of the crowd and my family."

(Source: BBC) NICOLA ADAMS (Gold Boxing: Women’s Flyweight) “I'd like to thank my trainer Alwyn Belcher, who is 77 years old but has the enthusiasm of someone 60 years younger. (Source: Guardian blog) TOM DALEY (Bronze Diving: Men’s 10m Platform) "Andy Banks, my coach, has been there for me for a very long time.

It is really him and me together.”

REBECCA ADLINGTON (Bronze Swimming: Women’s 800m Freestyle and Women’s 400m Freestyle) "To my coach, Bill Furniss, who I will never be able to re-pay all he's given me. I'm forever in his debt. (Source: Rebecca Adlington’s online diary) JADE JONES (Gold Taekwondo: Women’s Featherwight) “Paul Green is a legend without him I’d be nowhere.” (Source: BBC)

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HEATHER STANNING (Gold Rowing: Women’s Pair Without Coxswain) “I have to say such a big thank you to all the coaches who have looked after me.” (Source: Daily Telegraph)

Have you ever considered that it could be you?

Sports Coach UK has developed some great, practical information to give you the confidence to get involved: where to coach; questions to ask before getting involved; skills and qualities needed to be a good coach; what would be expected of you when you first start out.

Further Information can be found on the ‘Become a Coach’ section of the sports coach UK website: www.sportscoachuk. org/coaches/resource-bank/Become-ACoach. Another option is to take the First Steps into Coaching workshop that Sports Coach UK have produced with those who have no prior experience of coaching in mind. Workshops are currently being run

by County Sports Partnerships (CSP – a partnership of local and regional sports organisations) and they'll provide all the help, advice and local contacts you need to get involved straight away with a variety www.careers-in-sport.co.uk

of sports and age groups. The workshop also includes an invaluable 32-page A5 handbook that will answers your questions.

Contact your local county sports partnership for more information on a First Steps into Coaching workshop near you.

WHO ARE SPORTS COACH UK? Sports Coach UK are inspired by a belief that good sports coaches enhance sporting experiences and increase and sustain active lifestyles. This in turn brings enormous health and well-being benefits.

Their vision is UK coaching excellence, enabling every child, player and athlete to follow their dreams, have fun and fulfil their potential in sport.

From grassroots sport to elite level, the role of the sports coach is crucial Above: Laura Trott and coach Paul Manning

To achieve their aims, Sports Coach UK work with a variety of partners in several key areas: ■ support coaches in offering a membership scheme and a variety of CPD opportunities through our workshops ■ support governing bodies of sport ■ support the coaching network (linking county sport partnership (CSP) work to governing body of sport targets) ■ technical support and innovation (including strategic leadership, research and product development) For further information on Sports Coach UK please visit www.sportscoachuk.org October/November 2012 CAREERS IN SPORT 27

PATHWAY TO THE BEAUTIFUL GAME

Young and mad about football? Then check out The FA's Football Futures‌

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The Programme has plenty of scope for young, budding referees or assistants...

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WHO IS THE PROGRAMME FOR? The programme is available to any young person aged 14-plus who has an interest in getting involved in football leadership.

This can be in a range of environments; at a school, college or university; or attached to a Charter Standard club or league, or other like-minded partner. Leaders can choose from a range of activities, from assisting with the coaching or running of a team, acting as the press officer for a junior league, developing a film to promote a new activity for young people to play, refereeing, or being a Respect Ambassador, to name but a few.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS? Through Football Futures, a young person will gain valuable experience and develop skills that can be put into practice in all walks of life. Leaders in the Programme

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5. PROMOTING THE GAME Many Young Leaders will already have unwittingly promoted the game – creating a Facebook group for club, team or league, running a website, writing match reports, taking photos; the promoting the Game strand of the Programme caters for these activities.

YOUNG LEADERS CAN CHOOSE TO VOLUNTEER AGAINST ANY OF THE FOLLOWING SIX THEMES:

he FA Football Futures Programme is The Football Association’s Leadership and Volunteering Programme for young people. Through County Football Associations, schools, colleges, universities and other partners, The FA aim to recruit, retain, develop, reward and provide a progressive pathway for young leaders in order to develop a skilled football workforce for the future.

The young person should be placed at the heart of the Football Futures Programme, choosing what, where and how they wish to volunteer in football across six football themes. On an annual basis, more than 4,000 young people will be provided with an opportunity to get involved in volunteering in football, with the development of life skills at the core of everything they do.

…or for those with one eye on climbing the coaching ladder

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2. REFEREEING Refereeing games within a league, club, school or college. Young Leaders can get involved in refereeing small-sided games, intra-school football, or focus on 11v11 football and become part of the National Referee Development programme.

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will be offered support to gain footballrelated qualifications such as the Level One in coaching football, or refereeing qualifications. And young Leaders can track their volunteer hours and get rewarded through The County FA, ISFA, British College Sport, and British Universities and Colleges Football Development programmes.

FA FOOTIE FACTS The governing body of English football is responsible for developing and regulating the game at all levels:

140,000 The FA has trained this number of coaches to gain their Level 1 qualification. From here, coaches can continue their journey via the Coaching Pathway.

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The number of continents in which The FA's international assistance development programme is active. These range from refereeing to coaching.

For information on how to get involved, contact your County Football Association, or email Steve.Swallow@TheFA.com or Stuart.Brown@TheFA.com FOLLOW THE FA YOUTH COUNCIL Twitter: @TheFANYC BECOME A FAN ON FACEBOOK www.facebook.com/FA-Football-Futures

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Become a PGA professional and help the world to play

For more details about a career as a PGA professional please call 01675 470333 and ask for admissions.

Alternatively, email: admissions@pga.org.uk

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Whether it's a step towards teeing up with Tiger and Rory…

…or towards acquiring the tools to help others hone their game…

…the PGA qualification could set you up for a lifetime of golfing employment

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TEE UP UPA A CAREER IN GOLF The PGA training programme unlocks the door to a varied and rewarding career in golf…

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olf isn’t just a game - it is also an industry that generates billions of pounds worldwide annually through the millions of golfers who regularly tread their familiar fairways and greens following their favourite sporting passion.

And, like any industry, golf requires welleducated and skilled personnel to ensure its successful operation, whether that's dispensing expert advice on golf swings or delivering marketing campaigns to drive up custom.

Across the golfing world, a wide and varied selection of roles are routinely filled

by PGA-qualified professionals who have graduated through the PGA’s three-year Foundation Degree programme. And with its world-renowned education programme, the PGA has 7,500 members employed in the golf industry, occupying a wide variety of positions that range from the traditional club professional through to director of golf and management roles, and incorporating disciplines such as coaching, sports science, tournaments, golf manufacturing and retail, business and marketing.

The international standing of Great Britain and Ireland’s PGA Professionals has created a host of opportunities abroad with more than 1,600 PGA members now working in 70 countries. So while many young golfers harbour dreams of playing on tour alongside the likes of Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, there are plenty of other opportunities in professional golf far beyond the confines of the course, with the PGA qualification offering an ideal route to achieving a successful career in the sport.

PGA Training Manager Dave Robinson said: “Becoming PGA qualified opens up

a world of possibilities for people who are passionate about working in golf. The three-year education programme is widely recognised and acknowledged within the golf industry, and it equips PGA graduates with the skills and expertise to succeed in all areas of the game, from the traditional club pro through to tour coach roles and management roles.

“In addition to the career opportunities, the PGA also offers a wide and varied tournament programme at both regional, national and international level.”

For more information about The PGA see www.pga.info or call 01675 470333 to speak to the PGA Training Academy. A career in golf awaits!

PGA GOLF FACTS As the organisation underpinning golf coaching in the UK, the PGA has some impressive numbers on its side…

7,500

The number of PGA members employed in the golf industry, across coaching, sports science, tournaments, golf manufacturing and retail, business and marketing.

1,600

PGA members working in 70 countries around the world; these range from Class 'AA' PGA professionals to retired and honorary members.

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OUT OF WORK?

WANT TO QUALIFY AS A PERSONAL TRAINER FOR FREE?

Amac are presenting a range of opportunities. Who knows, their affordable and accessible courses could set you on a new career path…

Amac offers a superb range of courses that are nationally accredited, endorsed

by REPs and recognised by employers.

They can help you get qualified, making you more employable and setting you off to a new career.

Through their partnership with a further education college, Amac is able to heavily discount courses – and in many cases provide free training!

To help you become a qualified personal trainer, Amac provides blended learning so that you can study the theory online, and attend the practical training days and assessments. This flexible approach allows students to select dates and venues that suit them, and fit the home study/online element around that.

Amac runs Personal Trainer courses every month; these are very popular, so you need to book your place as soon as possible, either online or direct over the phone.

If you are interested in fitness and want to add to your skills, then this is the perfect opportunity to gain first-rate – and affordable – qualifications.

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Not working and looking for a new career?

FREE* Personal Trainer Courses Amac is pleased to offer greatly reduced course fees through our partnership with a further education college if you are 19 or older on 31 August 2012. *You may be eligible for free training if you are unemployed and in reciept of a state benefit. Terms and conditions apply. Visit our website to check your eligibility for funded courses.

Personal Trainer FREE* or just £482 (normally £982) Children’s Fitness Instructor FREE* or just £220 (normally £470) Gym Instructor FREE* or just £345 (normally £645) Exercise to Music Instructor FREE* or just £355 (normally £705)

Regular courses running in the south east Book online at www.amactraining.co.uk 01227 831 840 or info@amactraining.co.uk

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MEDIA ZONE

READ ALL ABOUT IT! Sportsbeat reveal how to take your first steps in sports journalism

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atching world-class sport live and reporting or commentating on it is a dream job for thousands – and it's easy to see why. Those lucky enough to have reported on the Olympic Games, or those that will be at various sports grounds this weekend have got a pretty sweet ticket.

However, each and every one of them would have worked their socks off to get there. Just like the athletes and players, they will have emerged through an amazingly competitive environment to get to the top – and talent can only go so far; hard work is what differentiates the best from the rest.

Press agency Sportsbeat employs two or three journalists a year, all of whom combine natural talent and a work ethic to match – a thought that needs to be embraced should you be hoping to enter this industry.

Many more people are looking to become sports journalists than there are jobs available, so to make it to the top you must stand out from the crowd.

The first, and most important, way of doing this is to have the correct qualification, and the National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ), the most renowned and respected of the accredited bodies, can www.careers-in-sport.co.uk

help you. This provides a solid foundation for a career in any form of journalism, with a results table showing the best providers of this qualification on the NCTJ website.

News Associates, who have centres in London and Manchester, are consistently around the top of the table, offering an extremely practical qualification. Alongside their sister company, Sportsbeat, they offer a range of courses, many with a strong focus on sport. This qualification will help you jump to the head of the qualification queue, as editors will know immediately that you have the required skill set.

The second way to get ahead is to amass as much work experience as possible across a variety of media. This might mean working at a local paper, a magazine, or even a radio station or TV channel for a few weeks. You may want to get involved with student media as well. This shows you have a passion for the industry and also allows you to get an insight into what strand of the media you are most interested in. When you have worked out which area you'd like to focus on, pursue it vigorously: tenacity and perseverance are key buzz words when trying to get on the journalism ladder.

Arguably the most crucial thing while on work placements (other than the tea run of course) is never to say 'no' to anything. If you get a chance to go to a game or interview an athlete, either face-to-face or over the phone, grab it with both hands before someone else jumps in. You may not be that confident, but practise makes perfect, and a good attitude goes a long way in journalism.

Adding Tweeting to your skill set can only enhance your prospects…

HOW JOURNALISM IS CHANGING The media landscape has transformed over the past decade, mostly due to the constant technological developments. The growth of the Internet, specialist websites, and the likes of Twitter mean journalists have more to think about than just the copy for the next day’s paper. Being able to Tweet a story, write it for the web, upload and update it so it has a fresh angle for the next day’s paper (people are always looking for new information) is now part and parcel of everyday life for a sports journalist.

The fast pace of these changes mean anyone eyeing a career in the media needs to be able to move with the times. Once, that might have meant polishing your writing technique and building up your contacts; now it means getting as many Twitter followers as possible, learning to use content management systems and even learning how to video - and edit -content.

That said, many of the basic skills remain largely the same. You should still pick up shorthand, build up a portfolio of your work.

But in such a competitive job market, having as many strings to your bow as possible is critical to getting a good foothold.

It's important not to lose sight of what a journalist’s job is: to keep the public informed of what is happening. Against a backdrop of all the new ways of doing this, an ability to combine traditional skills such as interviewing, shorthand and media law, with new tricks such as CMS, video and Twitter, will make you extremely employable indeed.

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KNOW THE GAME If you understand the sport you’re photographing you’ll find it easier to pick the right moment, because you can anticipate what’s going to happen. If you’re photographing a sport that you don’t fully understand, watch first – you’ll find your hit rate for successful shots improves.

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PRE-FOCUS When photographing repetitive sports, you’ll have a good idea of exactly where the action will take place. Pre-focus on this spot and fire as the subject moves into the frame, as you don't want to miss the vital moment. This will improve your chances of getting a sharp shot.

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TIMING AND SHUTTER SPEEDS Most cameras have a sport setting which uses the highest shutter speed available. Use a higher ISO setting if there’s not enough light to stop the action.

Like the idea of becoming a sports photographer?

Here are our ten top tips from snapper Alun John

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TRY PANNING WITH THE ACTION When panning, you move your camera so that it follows the action.

Done properly, this technique will have a beautifully motion-blurred background that creates an awesome sense of movement, energy and speed.

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LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION Put yourself in the right place to get the shot you want. You can’t always predict what’s going to happen, but you can predict where it will happen.

GET A LONG LENS Choice of lens is key. If you have a camera with interchangeable lenses, think about getting a longer one to get closer to the action.

GET TO KNOW THE SETTINGS You can’t concentrate on the action if you have to keep stopping to think about which settings and buttons to use.

The action won’t wait for you.

CONTINUOUS MODE It’s great to get the image in one shot, switch to continuous shooting mode - you’re much more likely to get your picture. Remember, you’ll need plenty of space on your memory card!

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PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE With anything, practice makes perfect. So get out there and shoot, shoot, shoot until you start getting results you’re really proud of.

GET SOME INSPIRATION When you read papers and magazines, take a closer look at the pictures. They may be taken with expensive cameras and long lenses, but you can use the same basic techniques in the back garden or the local playing fields. www.careers-in-sport.co.uk

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SPORTS JOURNALIST An Olympic Games reporter for Sportsbeat, Ben shared his thoughts on reporting in London on the eve of the Games

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BEN BAKER

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You can get closer to the action by working as a reporter at events such as the Olympics

"Reporting on the Olympic Games is about as good as it gets for a sports reporter. The Games only come round every four years so you have to time your run well to get a pass. To time it for a home Games has been amazingly lucky and I feel honoured to be involved in the action.

"Sportsbeat is an agency, so we will be writing on all sports and not just about the winners either. Our copy goes out to hundreds of papers and websites so we need to make sure we are getting the stories our clients want. So, Jess Ennis is from Sheffield... our stories for that paper were dominated by her. They won’t necessarily want copy on Sir Chris Hoy as he is not from Sheffield.

You see how it works.

"When writing for a national paper or a national website the rules obviously change and we will write the stories that will entertain the readers the most, be it a tale of success or disaster.

"At some stage during the Games a Sportsbeat reporter will interview each and every one of the 542 British athletes to try and get that killer story, no matter if they have just won gold on the track or come 17th in the weightlifting. Often the best stories are about something that happened away from the track altogether.

It is crucial that we get those insights, not just reports of what has happened in competition.

"The atmosphere in the Olympic Park is already electric and we still have a few days to go until the Opening Ceremony. The media centre is amazing in both its scale and its facilities. It is already a hive of activity and I can’t wait to see the journos beavering away during the Games, although the language in the building promises to be fairly colourful!

"I am kicking off our coverage at the archery before the Opening Ceremony and will then move on to cover everything from the tennis to the triathlon. That is something I am excited about because I love to get involved in all sports, even if I am not a leading expert in some. I am a football journalist much of the time, so to be able to write about other – and equally exciting, sports – is an amazing opportunity. The sports I am looking forward to most are the athletics, mainly because so many of the greatest Olympic stories have come from the track, or the cycling, as Team GB have so many live contenders again and reporting on GB golds is what we all want to be doing.

"It will be the busiest period of my career but a home Games will probably not come round again in my lifetime, so I will happily work 24/7 during the Olympics.

"Life as a sports journalist is more varied and fun than most other jobs, but this will be taken up a notch during the Olympic Games. To be there for some of the iconic sporting moments that will take place and be talked about around the world is something I will remember forever."

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UNDERGRADUATE SPORTS DEGREE GUIDE If you are considering going to university the decision of what to study and where to study can be very stressful. There are so many variables to consider, such as the degree programme, location, cost of living, social environment and employment opportunities.

Studying a degree in the field of ‘sport’ provides more options now because you can specialise in a specific area. Some courses are accredited by professional organisations whereas other degrees have been specifically designed in conjunction with industry professionals.

With any degree, future employment prospects should be an important consideration. Where you study is not as important as how well you work and the experiences you gain during your studies. The more work experience you can do in your chosen area will be very beneficial when it comes to applying for a job after you graduate. Many institutes now offer work-placement opportunities and additional services that will improve your CV and, ultimately, your job prospects.

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Thinking about a future in science?

BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science Graduate opportunities on completion of this course include: employment in a diverse range of health, sport, exercise and lifestyle related occupations, or postgraduate study/research positions.

We also have other opportunities in n n n n

BSc (Hons) Bioscience BSc (Hons) Nutrition and Human Health MSc Regenerative Medicine MSc Science of Healthy Ageing

To ďŹ nd out more, contact science@ucs.ac.uk

visit: www.ucs.ac.uk

Sport and Exercise Sciences full and part-time course options:

Sports Management, Coaching and Psychology options:

■ BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching and Physical Education ■ BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching and Physical Education (Extended Degree) ■ BSc (Hons) Sports Science ■ BSc (Hons) Sports Science (Extended Degree) ■ BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching (European Judo Union) ■ FdSc Sports Coaching (European Judo Union)

■ Sport Development & Coaching Sciences BSc (Hons) ■ Sports Management BSc (Hons) ■ Sports Management (Golf) BSc (Hons) ■ Sports Psychology and Coaching Sciences BSc (Hons)

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Undergraduate Courses: ■ BSc (Hons) Sport Science and Management ■ BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science ■ BSc (Hons) Coaching and Sports Science ■ BSc (Hons) Exercise, Nutrition and Health ■ FdSc Sport Coaching Do you have a passion for sport, health, exercise, coaching or sport and leisure management?

A degree from Nottingham Trent University will give you the knowledge, practical skills and training you need to succeed.

Benefit from professionally accredited teaching team and excellent research facilities including: ■ British Olympic Association Environmental Chamber ■ Performance analysis and biomechanics laboratories ■ Psychology and Management suites

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Shaped by the past, creating the future

SPORT, School of Applied Social Sciences

Why study BA Sport, Exercise and Physical Activity?

Sport is a cultural phenomenon that evokes passion, drives economies, shapes politics, highlights social inequalities and contributes to our sense of national pride. As such it has a rare capacity to touch our lives.

Rising levels of obesity and sedentary lifestyles also make sport, exercise and physical activity a major concern for current government policy. Furthermore, the use of sport in initiatives such as crime prevention, social control, community development and health promotion campaigns make sport and exercise a subject area of great contemporary, vocational relevance.

Never has it been more necessary to prepare well-rounded graduates for entry into sport and exercise related professions and industries in both the public and private sector!

Our BA Sport, Exercise and Physical Activity degree will help you to apply conceptual and research-based knowledge of the social and natural sciences to the specific context of sport and exercise.

Our contemporary and dynamic programme of study includes 6 key pathways: • sociology of sport • sports policy and sports development • physical activity and public health • sport and exercise psychology • sport and exercise physiology • research methods We offer a challenging and rewarding learning experience through our ethos of research-led teaching and an exciting range of innovative assessment methods.

We have an excellent record of graduate employment.

92% of 2011 graduates surveyed had gained full time employment or progressed to further postgraduate study. www.durham.ac.uk/careers/s/careerplanning/des/

For further information and advice on our entry requirements and applying, visit: www.durham.ac.uk/sass/sport/ For specific enquiries, please email: sport.admissions@durham.ac.uk

WANT TO BE WORKING WITH SPORTS STARS, NOT UST WATCHING THEM? At UCLan we actually work with elite sports stars and clubs rather than just read about them. This means that you will get an invaluable study experience and gain vital skills that will help you get ahead in your career.

We offer a wide range of sport degree courses in: w Adventure Sports Coaching w Outdoor Leadership w Sports Business Management w Sports Business Management (Adventure) w Sports Coaching w Sports Development w Sports Studies w Nutrition and Exercise Science

w Nutrition and Exercise Science (Human Nutrition) w Nutrition and Exercise Science (Personal Fitness Training) w Physiotherapy w Sports Journalism w Sports Psychology w Sports Science w Sports Therapy w Strength and Conditioning

Our brand new ÂŁ17 million on-campus sports centre is now open, and alongside our multimillion pound UCLan Sports Arena and Tyn Dwr Outdoor Centre in Llangollen, we offer some of the best sports facilities in the UK.

For more information on our courses, telephone 01772 892400 email cenquiries@uclan.ac.uk

or visit www.uclan.ac.uk/uclansport

We have a sports-degree range of options for you at glos.ac.uk:

From Exercise Science to Sports Therapy, see northampton.ac.uk:

■ BSc (Hons) Applied Sport and Exercise Studies ■ BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Sciences ■ BSc (Hons) Sport Science ■ BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching ■ BSc (Hons) Sports Development ■ BSc (Hons) Sports Education ■ BSc (Hons) Sports Strength and Conditioning ■ BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy

■ BA (Hons) Sport Development ■ BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science ■ BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Psychology ■ BA (Hons) Sports Marketing ■ BSc (Hons) Sports Performance and Coaching (through partner college) ■ BSc/BA (Hons) Sports Studies (combined) ■ BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy (through partner college)

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St Mary’s University College Twickenham London St Mary’s University College is arguably London's top-performing sports institution, offering a comprehensive range of sports development courses that focus on recreational opportunities, performance sport, coaching and events.

Undergraduate Courses Sport Science Strength and Conditioning Science Sports Rehabilitation Nutrition Health, Exercise and Physical Activity Sports Coaching Science www.smuc.ac.uk/undergraduate

Former St Mary’s Sport Science students, Steph Twell and Andrew Osagie

Foundation Course Sport Health and Fitness / Sports Coaching www.smuc.ac.uk/foundation Postgraduate Courses Applied Sport and Exercise Physiology Applied Sport Psychology Applied Sports Nutrition Human Nutrition Sport Rehabilitation (pre registration) Strength and Conditioning (Distance Learning) www.smuc.ac.uk/postgraduate

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POSTGRADUATE SPORTS DEGREE GUIDE WHAT POSTGRADUATE QUALIFICATIONS ARE THERE? There are numerous different degree classifications. For a full list please read the ‘Key’. For an MSc or MA you will be expected to produce a thesis at the end of the course in an area of your choice. Both MPhil and PhD courses are research-based degrees that should be taken if you are interested in more of an academic career.

WHAT COURSES ARE THERE? You can choose an area that you want to specialise in. Some courses are accredited by professional organisations whereas other degrees have been specifically designed in conjunction with industry professionals.

HOW LONG DO YOU STUDY A POSTGRADUATE DEGREE? You can study a postgraduate degree part-time or full-time. You can complete a master’s degree within 12 months, though you can have up to four years to do so.

A MPhil or PhD is a minimum of three years full-time.

WHAT ARE THE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS? To gain entry onto a postgraduate degree you will normally need to have an undergraduate degree with honours or equivalent, but other

qualifications, skills and experience will also be considered.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST? Every degree and institute varies in price, so you are strongly advised to research this fully. Some institutes do offer funding and research grants are also available.

WHAT CAREER PATH DOES A POSTGRADUATE DEGREE OFFER? Many stay in sport through teaching and research, whilst others apply their knowledge through related areas such as sports science, teaching, coaching, sports development and management.

Key

MA Master of Arts LLM Master of Laws MOst Master of Osteopathy MSc Master of Science MRes Master of Research PhD Doctor of Philosophy MBA Master of Business Administration MPhil Master of Philosophy PGCE Postgraduate Certificate of Education

Postgraduate Courses: ■ MRes Sport Science ■ MRes Sport and Leisure Management ■ MSc International Performance Analysis of Sport ■ MRes Campaigning Do you have a passion for sport, health, exercise, coaching or sport and leisure management?

A degree from Nottingham Trent University will give you the knowledge, practical skills and training you need to succeed.

Benefit from professionally accredited teaching team and excellent research facilities including: ■ British Olympic Association Environmental Chamber ■ Performance analysis and biomechanics laboratories ■ Psychology and Management suites

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MSc HEALTH AND WELLBEING

DOES YOUR WORK INVOLVE RESPONSIBILITY FOR HEALTH AND WELLBEING? HAVE YOU CONSIDERED DEVELOPING YOUR KNOWLEDGE?

The MSc in Health and Wellbeing is a part-time blended learning course. This means you can work full-time whilst completing the course enabling you to enhance your career and improve progression opportunities.

Students come from a variety of workplaces, including: Schools and Colleges, Sports Development, HR departments, Exercise Referral Units etc For further information contact Nina Quinlan the Course Leader on 0113 283 7100 ext 411 or email n.quinlan@leedstrinity.ac.uk Leeds Trinity University College Horsforth Leeds LS18 5HD T: 0113 283 7150 E: enquiries@leedstrinity.ac.uk

www.leedstrinity.ac.uk

St Mary’s University College Twickenham London St Mary’s University College is arguably London's top-performing sports institution, offering a comprehensive range of sports development courses that focus on recreational opportunities, performance sport, coaching and events.

Undergraduate Courses Sport Science Strength and Conditioning Science Sports Rehabilitation Nutrition Health, Exercise and Physical Activity Sports Coaching Science www.smuc.ac.uk/undergraduate

Former St Mary’s Sport Science students, Steph Twell and Andrew Osagie

Foundation Course Sport Health and Fitness / Sports Coaching www.smuc.ac.uk/foundation Postgraduate Courses Applied Sport and Exercise Physiology Applied Sport Psychology Applied Sports Nutrition Human Nutrition Sport Rehabilitation (pre registration) Strength and Conditioning (Distance Learning) www.smuc.ac.uk/postgraduate

Postgraduate Courses: ■ Applied Sport and Exercise Sciences ■ Coaching Science ■ Physical Activity and Health ■ Psychology of Sport & Exercise ■ Sport and Christian Outreach (Sports Chaplaincy) ■ Sport and Christian Outreach (Sports Ministry) ■ Sport and Exercise Psychology ■ Sports Coaching ■ Sports Development ■ Sports Strength & Conditioning ■ Sports Therapy

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POSTGRADUATE COURSES

Postgraduate Courses: ■ MSc Sport and Exercise Performance ■ MSc Sport and Exercise Psychology (2013 - subject to Validation) ■ MSc Sports Therapy (through partner college)

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MRes, MPhil and PhD opportunities are also available – please contact us

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OUR POSTGRADUATE SPORTS COURSES TICK ALL THE BOXES Are you looking for a postgraduate qualification in sport that can really advance your career? Do you want to be taught by leading professionals, focussed on innovation and cutting-edge research in the field of sport, and have access to some of the best facilities for sport in the country? w MSc Sport Business Management w MSc Sports Marketing and Business w w w w w w w

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