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Introductory in Sport Level 1 (Full Time)
This course provides opportunities for students to develop a basic understanding of strategies and techniques useful for the sports industry. Level 1 Sport covers a range of units including: Being Organised, Training for Fitness, Coaching Skills in Sport and Developing a Personal Progression Plan. As part of this Vocational Qualification students will combine what they have learnt in the classroom and apply in practical contexts and also have the chance to gain additional qualifications such as Level 1 Sports Leaders Award and other supportive learning experiences which aim improve professional practice. Completion of this course will allow the student to progress naturally onto a Level 2 qualification with valuable knowledge and understanding of the different career pathways in Sport. To align with industry standards students will be expected to purchase a sport kit.
Level 2 First Award in Sport (Full Time)
This course provides students with the appropriate Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours appropriate for the Industry, preparing learners to enter the workplace. Level 2 Sport covers a range of units including: Fitness for Sport and Exercise (exam), Practical Performance in Sport, Application of Principles of Personal Training and Leading Sports Activities. As part of this Vocational Qualification students will experience more of a balanced curriculum with assessment ranging from exams, written assignments, practical demonstrations and presentations. Students will have the chance to gain additional qualifications such as Level 2 Sports Leaders Award and Basic First Aid Certificate which will support them in the sports industry. Completion of this course will allow students to progress naturally onto a Level 3 qualification. Students will also need to undertake and complete 35 hours work experience over the course of the year. To align with industry standards students will be expected to purchase a sport kit.
Level 3 Extended National Diploma in Sport (Full Time) 2 Years
This Level 3 course is a two-year qualification which provides students with the advanced knowledge, skills and behaviours appropriate for the Industry and/or progression to Higher Education. Level 3 Sport covers a range of units including: Anatomy and Physiology (exam), Coaching for Performance, Skills Acquisition in Sport and Professional Development in the Sports Industry. As part of this Vocational Qualification students will experience a balance curriculum with assessments ranging from exams, written assessment, practical demonstration and presentations. Students will have the chance to gain additional qualifications such as Level 1 FA qualification and Level 1 Officiating. You will also need to undertake and complete 35 hours work experience over the course of the 2 years. To align with industry standards students will be expected to purchase a sport kit.
BTEC Football Education Programme - Manchester City (City in the Community programme) - Level 3
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Level 2 Sport
The Level 2 course will be assessed via written work, practical projects and presentations; one unit will be assessed via external exam.
BTEC Football Education Programme - Manchester City (City in the Community) Level 2:
The Level 2 course will be assessed via written work, practical projects and presentations; one unit will be assessed via external exam.
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport:
The Level 3 course will be assessed via exams, written reports, posters, practical projects, projects, presentations and work experience.
BTEC Football Education Programme - Manchester City (City in the Community) Level 3:
All units are internally assessed via exams, written reports, posters, practicals, projects, presentations and work experience. Each unit is graded Pass (P), Merit (M) or Distinction (D).
BTEC Football Education Programme - Manchester City (City in the Community)
Manchester City Education projects including 'Premier League Works', ‘Built for Business’, ‘City Pathways’ and ‘City BTEC’ and all are designed to engage and inspire young people by providing qualifications and skills required to progress into further education, employment or training.
Level 2 Certificate in Sport
Progression onto a variety of higher level courses, employment or apprenticeships.
Level 3 Extended Diploma Sport
Progression onto a variety of higher education courses, including Foundation degrees at University Campus Oldham, employment or apprenticeships.
Entry Level Courses:
Skills for Life & Work/Preparing for Adulthood
No formal qualifications are required
for this course.
These courses are specifically designed for learners with a Special Educational
Need (SEND).
Entry Level: Skills & Employability
No formal qualifications are required
for this course.
Full Time ESOL (English
for Speakers of Other Languages)
No formal qualifications are required for this course.
Full Time GCSE Re-sit Study
Course
GCSE Grade 2 or 3 in Maths and
English and / or Sciences.
Full Time Level 1 Course
No formal qualifications are required
for this course.
Full Time Level 2 Course
4 GCSEs at grade 3 or Vocational Level 1 in relevant subject area.
*GCSE Grade 4 or above in Maths is required for the courses below:
Accounting
Electrical
Plumbing
Full time Level 3 Course
5 GCSEs at Grade 4-9 including English or Maths (Functional Skills Level 2 English or Maths will be accepted).
OR
Vocational Level 2 plus Grade 4-9 GCSE English or Maths (Functional Skills Level 2 English or Maths will be accepted).
*A Vocational Level 2 is required for the following courses:
Accounting
All Construction Subjects
Hair & Beauty Subjects
Applied Science
T Levels
5 GCSEs at Grade 4-9 including English and Maths (Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths will be accepted).
* Health T Levels require GCSE Grade 4 in Science.
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If you are aged between 16 and 18 when you start your course and are taking a course leading to a qualification, the tuition and exam fees are free. However, there may be some additional costs for optional trips, recommended text books and professional start up kits. We have a bursary scheme to assist with these costs.
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Once we receive your application, you will be invited in to speak to a tutor or a member of the Apprenticeship team to discuss your application.
This will provide you with the opportunity to ask any questions you may have about the course/Apprenticeship and to see our facilities.
