Introduction to Sport and Fitness

Course description

This is a practical-based entry-level course designed to equip you for further study or employment within the Sport and Fitness industry. The course is designed to develop your knowledge, skills and self-confidence as well as provide a general understanding of the opportunities available within the wider Sport and Fitness Industry. Ideal for school leavers or those in the early stages of finding an appropriate career path. If you are returning to education this course will allow you to return to study without the pressure to achieve at a level that may be too ambitious for you. 

Edinburgh College has exceptional industry connections and you will develop your problem-solving skills and ability to work with others through volunteering experiences whilst gaining a general understanding of the work environment in the Sport and Fitness sector. 

What you will learn

You will participate in a range of practical activities across sport, fitness and outdoor pursuits which will help improve your personal fitness, confidence and team working skills.

The course will develop skills in three main areas;

• Fitness
• Sport and Outdoor Pursuits
• Health and Wellbeing

This course will focus on personal skills and aims to develop self-confidence, social relationships and knowledge within the industry.

Learning outcome

• You may go directly into the world of work or progress onto further study within the Sport and Fitness Department:
  • Introduction to Sport and Fitness with Leadership