OPTION Cambridge National Certificate in Sport Science

Possible Careers And Further Information

It is important that during the course learners imagine taking on the role of someone employed within the sport and active leisure industry when completing assignments/activities. This can be achieved by setting assignments/activities with a scenario which reflects tasks/ projects that sports employees would be undertaking in the workplace. For example, a health fitness instructor conducting client health and fitness assessments.

The Cambridge National Certificate in Sport Science course has been designed to build on learning from Key Stage 3, for those who may wish to explore a vocational route throughout Key Stage 4. The Sport Science course also provides a good foundation for learners in post-16 education. They provide a suitable foundation for further study through progression on to qualifications such as Level 3 BTEC Nationals in Sport and Sport and Exercise Sciences and A Level Physical Education.

Depending on the quality of the units studied, and the results of the external exam, students can achieve a Cambridge National qualification at Pass, Merit or Distinction at Level 1 or Level 2 standard, with the majority of work being internally assessed through coursework assignments. However, the Prevention of injury unit is always externally assessed and represents 30 of the Guided Learning Hours that students undertake.

The following units are included on the course: R180: Reducing the risk of sports injuries and dealing with common medical conditions.

R181: Applying the principles of training: fitness and how it affects skill performance.

R182: The body’s response to physical activity and how technology informs this. R183: Nutrition and sports performance

Although the course does not assess the students’ practical ability, four lessons will be theory-based and two lessons will be practical.

Mr Tipton

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