Sport Level 1

Course Overview

Level 1 Sport is an ideal course for a school leaver and is designed as an introduction to college and will focus on the personal, social and employability skills you will need to progress to further study in sport (Level 2 Sport). Applicants also have the opportunity to progress onto employment-based programmes such as the Supported Internship course or an Apprenticeship in the sporting world. 

What will I study?

Applicants will study a variety of units that will look at developing soft skills such as planning, communication and motivation as well as hard skills such as reflective skills, planning and delivering sporting sessions. Applicants will also study Maths & English (if not at grade 4) as well as having lessons on different tutorial topics each week. Finally, there may be opportunities to take part in community-based projects at college which will enable learners to develop social skills and work within their local community.

In addition, you will take part in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) days and trips to places including, for example, football stadiums, Stubbers and other local attractions. This may also include guest lectures and extra-curricular sporting activities to develop your local skills knowledge.

Modules

Core Modules

• Developing a Personal Progression Plan

Additional Modules

• Branding A Sporting Product
• Keeping Active & Healthy
• Assisting in a Sporting Activity
• Anatomy & Physiology

Entry requirements

• Grade 2 or above in GCSE English Language and Maths (or equivalent)
• Aged 16/17 years
• Applicants should have a keen interest in a career in sport and be prepared to, at times, take part in practical based activity also.  

Why should I choose USP College?

• Trips will include visits to other sporting providers and exhibitions.
• You will use the college gym and facilities.
• You will have the opportunity to work with other young people organising sporting tasters and events and try many different physical activities ranging from golf, swimming, boxing, football and the gym.
• Opportunity to attend a residential placement to develop your independence skills.

What could I do next?

You could progress on to a Level 2 Diploma in Sport or may like to transfer to the Health & Social Care pathway at a higher level. Alternatively, you could begin an Apprenticeship, Traineeship or Supported Internship programme dependent on your individual needs.

Former student Cameron started out on a Level 1 Sport pathway and progressed to our Passport to Progression work based programme. He now works additional days receiving a weekly wage.

Former Level 1 Sport student Russell progressed right through to Level 2 and Level 3. He then went on to university after gaining his English and Maths qualifications alongside his Level 1 study programme.

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