Sport and Exercise

Academic year: 20/21

Pearson BTEC Higher National qualifications are designed to develop practical skills alongside specialist knowledge and understanding of the subject area. These qualifications have been well respected and recognised by employers and higher education institutions. The Higher National Diploma (HND) is a Level 5 qualification which is equivalent to the second year of the Bachelor Degree. The HND qualification can be studied by those in employment for professional development to enhance their career prospects or HNC students can use this as an alternative path to gain higher education locally at lower cost.

Overview
This course is designed for you if you would like to be involved with sport and the fitness industry, with an emphasis on sport science, exercise, health and lifestyle. The course aims to develop a sound understanding of the major theoretical and practical principles associated with working in the sport, health, exercise and fitness industry, a growing sector. A significant focus is placed on the skills required for effective communication, self-development and career progression. If you are looking to pursue a career in sports science or the health and fitness industry, or you are currently employed in a sports environment and wish to combine work with study to develop your skills and knowledge to enhance your career prospects, then this course may be for you. This course will draw on a range of industry links and local employers to provide you with vocational experience. Work placements may be offered during the programme to provide direct industry experience in an area of your choice, developing and enhancing your employment prospects.

Academic year: 20/21

This is a fantastic practical work-related course where you will learn by completing projects, practical-based activities and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations and activities, including coaching a range of different community groups. The course will introduce you to your chosen career and provide a good basis to progress onto a more advanced qualification

Football participation will include both football sessions and physical gym training, taking place throughout the duration of the course. There will be daily football training by MTFC coaches and competitive matches will typically take place in:
EFL – CEFA League, FA Youth Cup, British Colleges League, Cheshire Senior Cup (senior), Central Reserve League (senior).

It’s the goal of the football academy staff to provide opportunities for elite players to participate in training with the MTFC senior squad on a regular basis.

Academic year: 20/21

This course provides an excellent and varied programme giving you access to Higher Education or a wide variety of careers in Sport. You will develop skills, knowledge and understanding in Sport and apply your learning in a practical and realistic way.

Football participation will include both football sessions and physical gym training, taking place throughout the duration of the course. There will be daily football training by MTFC coaches and competitive matches will typically take place in:
EFL – CEFA League, FA Youth Cup, British Colleges League, Cheshire Senior Cup (senior), Central Reserve League (senior).

It’s the goal of the football academy staff to provide opportunities for elite players to participate in training with the MTFC senior squad on a regular basis.

Academic year: 20/21

Duration: 14th September 2020 to 25th June 2021

Pearson BTEC Higher National qualifications are designed to develop practical skills alongside specialist knowledge and understanding of the subject area. These qualifications have been well respected and recognised by employers and higher education institutions. The Higher National Certificate (HNC) is a Level 4 qualification which is equivalent to the first year of the Bachelor Degree. HNC qualification can be studied by those in employment for professional development to enhance their career prospects or Level 3, A Level and Access to Higher Education students can use this as an alternative path to gain higher education locally at lower cost.

This course is designed for you if you would like to be involved with sports coaching and the fitness industry with an emphasis on key sports development concepts. The course aims to develop a sound understanding of the major theoretical and practical principles associated with working in the sports industry. A significant focus is placed on the skills required for effective communication, self-development and career progression. If you are looking to pursue a career in the sports coaching or fitness industry or you are currently employed in a sports environment and wish to combine work with study to develop your skills and knowledge to enhance your career prospects then this course may be for you. This course will draw on a range of industry links and local employers to provide you with extensive sports and fitness coaching experience. Work placements may be offered during the programme to provide direct industry experience in an area of your choice, developing and enhancing your employment prospects.

Academic year: 20/21

Duration: 14th September 2020 to 25th June 2021

This course provides an excellent and varied programme giving you access to Higher Education or a wide variety of Sport careers. You will develop skills, knowledge and understanding in Sports Science and apply your learning in a practical and realistic way in relation to physiological adaptations to the body.

Academic year: 20/21

Duration: 14th September 2020 to 25th June 2021

This is a fantastic practical work-related course where you will learn by completing projects, practical-based activities and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations and activities, including coaching a range of different community groups. The course will introduce you to your chosen career and provide a good basis to progress onto a more advanced
qualification.