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Sport & Fitness

NPA Exercise and Fitness Leadership (SCP)

Campus Sighthill Campus

Qualification SCQF Level 6

Study mode Part time

Start date Aug 2024

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Course overview

This course is for S5 & S6 pupils who are at school and will provide students with a structured opportunity to experience a number of recognised ways to lead others in fitness activities. The award helps students develop personal leadership qualities, knowledge and skills in fitness.

What you will learn

  • How to lead others in fitness activities such as Cardiovascular Training, Fixed weights and Free Weight Training and an understanding of these activities' physiological effects on body systems

How the course is assessed

The course is assessed on an ongoing basis using a variety of methods which can include:

  • written assessments
  • logbooks
  • group exercises
  • projects
  • assignments
  • practical tasks
  • observations.

Number of days per week

  • 2

Entry requirements

  • Passes at grade C or above for Nat 5 qualifications preferably in PE and English
  • An active interest/participation in fitness activities such as gym-based training, indoor group exercise or outdoor group fitness training. This can be in a sport or personal fitness context

English Proficiency Requirements

IELTS 5.5

Progression and Articulation Routes

  • HNC/D Fitness, Health and Exercise Year 1 (must also have 1 relevant Higher at C or above)

Take a tour of the Centre for sport and exercise, Sighthill Campus

Study Options

Campus Study mode Start date
Sighthill Campus Part time 19/08/24

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