Course details
Course description
You will study:
Sports Coaching Theory and Practice,
Anatomy, Physiology and Energy Systems,
Coaching of Sports
Sports Development
Work Placement
Assisting with Sport Events
Strength and Conditioning
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Coaching Children
*The course content is subject to change.
This course will introduce you to the skills and knowledge you will need for a career in sports coaching and/or sports development. Together we will examine the principles of good coaching practice, as well as developing your practical and theoretical knowledge of coaching and sports development.
A PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) check must be successfully completed as part of this course, you will be required to pay for this. You will also be required to purchase a sports kit. Further information will be provided at your Information and Interview Session.
Learning outcome
The HNC in Coaching and Developing Sport can offer you excellent career opportunities in the sport & fitness industry.
Careers in
- Sport development
- Community sports coaching
- Coaching in professional sport
- Sports facilities supervisory roles
- Teaching
Students may apply to progress to the HND in Coaching and Developing Sport. Dependent on the university, you may be able to gain entry to 1st or 2nd year of study on related degree programmes.
Entry requirements
- Two Highers at grade C or above; OR
- SCQF level 6 qualification in a sports related subject; OR
- Other equivalent qualifications or experience.
If you are currently studying at Dumfries & Galloway College, you will also require a positive progressing learner reference.
You may be invited for an information and interview session where you will get the opportunity to find out more about the course and tell us why you are interested in this subject area.
Course options
Course details
Full time
21st Aug 2023 to 14th Jun 2024
Cost: Visit the provider's website for details.
Venue details
Dumfries Campus
Bankend Road
Dumfries
DG1 4FD