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Community Coaching for England at University Centre Bishop Burton - UCAS

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Course summary

Are you looking to continue your education through applied learning? This HNC in Community Coaching for England is ideal for you. This qualification is designed to meet specific occupational standards and contains the quality kitemark of ‘Higher Technical Qualification’ ensuring you are provided with a wide-ranging study of the Sport Science sector. You will to develop a broad understanding of the key disciplines including sport coaching, psychology, anatomy and physiology, nutrition, training, fitness, testing and lifestyle coaching. What will I study · Coaching Practice and Skill Development · Fundamentals of Sport and Exercise Psychology · Anatomy and Physiology · Lifestyle Coaching · Nutrition · Training, Fitness, Testing · Professional Skills · Community Coaching Progression The programme is designed to enable you to progress to the Level 5 (second year stage) of a relevantcourse such as Higher National Diploma. Students can also progress onto year 2 of the BSc Sport, Coaching and Development programme available at University Centre Bishop Burton.

This Higher Technical Qualification is approved against occupational standards decided by employers. Learn more about Higher Technical Qualifications.

Modules

Coaching Practice and Skill Development · Fundamentals of Sport and Exercise Psychology · Anatomy and Physiology · Lifestyle Coaching · Nutrition · Training, Fitness, Testing · Professional Skills · Community Coaching

Assessment method

Assessment includes written assignments, seminars, poster presentations, practical coaching or role-plays, reports, portfolios, case studies and presentations. Some elements may be assessed by formal examination. Opportunities for feedback on assessments are available prior to the final submission to support your development and achievement. Staff aim to return assessed work within a 20-working day timeframe (not including holidays) so that you can most benefit from the feedback.


How to apply

Application codes

Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Life and/or experience of non-traditional students will be taken into account when considering applications. The successful completion of an entry task may be required when considering applications without the required formal entry qualifications. Advanced entry may be possible due to prior experience or certificated learning; applicants will be invited to complete the recognition of prior learning approval process.

Additional entry requirements

Other

GCSE English at grade C/4 or above or equivalent. A suitable reference.


English language requirements

If an applicant’s first language is not English, or a Tier 4 student visa to study is required and GCSE English at grade 4/C or equivalent is not held, they will need to evidence their English language proficiency level, such as International English Language Testing System (IELTS) 6.0 overall (with a minimum 5.5 in each skill).


Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £7500 Year 1
Northern Ireland £7500 Year 1
Scotland £7500 Year 1
Wales £7500 Year 1
International £12782 Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

You may need to complete an enhanced DBS check to fulfil a voluntary work placement. (The cost will be dependent on the level of check completed, and would be at your expense. You can check the current cost on the www.gov.uk website) · Sports kit is available for purchase from our online shop at your discretion (cost will vary depending on kit purchased: approximate cost £100). · A range of additional qualifications, short courses and study tours/trips maybe offered at additional cost. On successful completion of the programme, you will have the opportunity to graduate at a ceremony wearing formal dress. The hire of the formal dress is an additional cost.
Community Coaching for England at University Centre Bishop Burton - UCAS