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Stamford College Quick GuidesWelcomeWELCOMEIntroduction from Janet MeenaghanGroup CEO & Principal of Stamford CollegeOur aim is to give every young personthe opportunities to achieve to the bestof their abilities, so they can progress tofurther study with us, to find employmentor an apprenticeship, or progress to highereducation.We are committed to ensuring ourstudents get the best education possibleand will do everything we can to help youachieve your goals.We look forward to a successful partnership, working with you toensure your success.2Stamford College Quick GuidesContentsCONTENTSSport Courses. 4Why Study With Us?.5Careers Map. 6Sport & Public Services Diploma Level 1.7Sport Diploma Level 2. 8Sport Student Success Stories. 9Sport & Exercise ScienceExtended Diploma Level 3.10Sport (Fitness Services)National Extended Diploma Level 3.12What We’ve Been Up To.14Progression Routes.153

Stamford College Quick GuidesSport CoursesCOURSESStamford College Quick GuidesWhy Study With Us?WHY STUDY WITH US?We offer a range of sports courses designed to develop yourperformance, theoretical knowledge and practical coachingand training skills. You will have access to the newly extendedBorderville, our sports centre complete with all-weather outdoorpitch, fitness suite, and a newly laid FA-rated football pitch,alongside opportunities to get involved in sports coachingactivities with our students and in partnership with local schools.Many students progress to university to advance their skills and training inspecialisms such as physiotherapy, coaching, nutrition and PE Teaching. A great dealenter employment directly thanks to effective work experience and links to localemployers from the industry.STATE-OF-THE-ARTFACILITIESWe have our own Borderville Sports Centreallowing access to the gym and sports hallfor both teaching and personal use. With Wi-Fienabled spaces allowing you to study and relax inthe common areas!VOCATIONAL STUDIESIntroductory Diploma Level 1ONCE IN A LIFETIMEOPPORTUNITIESSPORTDiploma Level 2SPORT,FITNESS &PERSONALTRAININGDiploma Level 3SPORTSCOACHING &DEVELOPMENTDiploma Level 3SPORT &EXERCISESCIENCE(Extended)DiplomaLevel 3You will have the opportunity to go onenrichment trips and have guest speakersfrom the industry come and talk to you!MATUREENVIRONMENTWe treat our students like adults.All of our teachers have worked in theindustry and are highly experienced within thesport sector.45

Stamford College Quick GuidesCareers MapCAREERS MAPCOACHING& TEACHING Primary School SpecialistTeacherSki InstructorWater Sports InstructorOutdoor Activities ManagerMulti-Skills CoachPE TeacherSports DevelopmentOfficerCompetitions ManagerPerformance AnalystSports CoachFITNESS Gym InstructorPersonal TrainerPE TeacherDance InstructorSports Centre ManagerStudio Co-OrdinatorDieticianFitness ManagerStrength ConditioningCoachSports Massage TherapistSports Centre AssistantFitness CoachStaff Health WellbeingOfficerSet out on your pathto a career in.SPORTSDEVELOPMENT Sports ActivatorSports CoordinatorBid WriterCountry Development OfficerSports Association ManagerSPORTS SCIENCE Research AssistantPerformance AnalystDieticianSports PsychologistSports T Crowd Control/ Security OfficerSports SponsorshipCoordinatorSports Marketing OfficerSports Tours LeaderCustomer Service ManagerStewardEvent CoordinatorHealth & Safety OfficerSports Stadium Manager.plus so much more! Book an appointment with ourCareers team for more ideas and advice!6Stamford College Quick GuidesVocational Studies Introductory Diploma Level 1VOCATIONALSTUDIES60%40%PRACTICAL VS THEORYIntroductoryDiploma Level 1Duration: 1 Year Full TimeThis course will allow you to develop your knowledge and skills in sportand public services. You will take part in sports activities and learn howthe body works and some of the key skills required for public serviceemployment. You will also develop key skills in English, maths and ICT todevelop your independence and employability.You will have the opportunity to take part in trips and activities arrangedby a range of public service and sport guest speakers and other services.Throughout the year there will be opportunities to volunteer and enhanceyour CV through community projects.Entry requirementsThis qualification requires at least EntryLevel 3 in English and maths.What does the programme includeYou will learn through group work, peerassessment, individual tasks, methods ofILT and presentations.You will also take part in visits including:St Georges Park, English Institute ofSport, Olympic Stadium, BirminghamFutsal Arena, University Visits, SkiingTrip and Lilleshall National Centre forExcellence.How the course will be assessedThere will be a variety of courseworkorientated assessment methods used(written assessments, observations,presentations and discussions beingsome). You will gain a thoroughunderstanding of the evidence you areexpected to produce.Course contentYou will study the following units: Taking part in exercise and fitness How the body works Exploring career choices Expedition skills Introduction to security proceduresProgress toOn successful completion of this courseyou could progress onto the Preparationfor the Public Services or Sport DiplomaLevel 2, or enter employment.Additional informationThis is a uniformed service coursewhich is aimed to prepare for entryinto the public services. It consists ofboth practical and theory lessons and ishighly disciplined to implement how theservices will be upon entry.7

Stamford College Quick GuidesSport Diploma Level 2SPORT60%Stamford College Quick GuidesSport Student Success Stories40%PRACTICAL VS THEORYDiplomaLevel 2Duration: 1 Year Full TimeSport is currently one of the fastest-growing industries in the UKand offers a huge range of professions in a variety of different areasup to international level. This course is designed to focus on yourown performance through coaching, fitness training, technology,psychology or nutrition.Entry requirements4 GCSEs at grades 3/D or above includingEnglish and maths.Progress toOn successful completion of this course,you can progress to either:What does the programme includeLearning will be delivered through:group work, peer assessment, individualtasks, methods of ILT PowerPointpresentations, guest speakers and fieldtrips. Stamford Football AcademyDiploma Level 3 Sport and Exercise Science(Extended) Diploma Level 3 Sports Coaching and DevelopmentDiploma Level 3How the course will be assessedStudents are assessed by courseworkbut also with a mixture of assessmentmethods such as audio presentations,written reports, discussions and practicalassessments. Community Sport & Health OfficerApprenticeship Standard Level 3Course contentYou will study the following units: Practical sport (team and individual)8 Anatomy and physiology for sport Planning and leading Fitness testing Lifestyle and the sports performer Development of personal fitness Technical skills and tacticalawareness for sport Nutrition for sports performanceOr job roles such as; Outdoor ActivityTeam Leader, Community Sports Officeror Recreation Assistant.Additional informationYou will need to be prepared toundertake rigorous fitness tests withinsome of the units.“I’ve gained a place atuniversity to study SportMassage. I love beingable to concentrate onsomething I enjoy.”Lizzie Snodgrass9

Stamford College Quick GuidesSports Coaching & Development Diploma Level 3SPORTSCOACHING &DEVELOPMENT30%Stamford College Quick GuidesSports Coaching & Development Diploma Level 370%PRACTICAL VS THEORYDiploma Level 3Duration: 2 Years Full TimeIf you want to pursue a career in the fitness industry then this isan excellent place to start. This course will provide you with theunderpinning skills and knowledge to aid your progression into a careerin fitness and the leisure industry. This qualification is equivalent insize to 3 A Levels. It is a two-year, full time course and so meets entryrequirements for those who would like to progress to university, or evenstraight into employment within the fitness and leisure industry.Entry requirements4 GCSEs at grades 4/C or above, includingEnglish and maths.What does the programme includeAs part of your course you will go outinto the workplace (schools, leisurecentres etc) and gain practical experiencealongside college based practical andtheory lessons.How the course will be assessedThis course is 100% coursework. Thiswill include practical observed sessions,written work, presentations and casestudies.10Course contentYou will study the following units: Careers in the Sport and ActiveLeisure Industry Health, Wellbeing and Sport Developing Coaching Skills Applied Coaching Skills Sport Development Self-Employment in Sport andPhysical Activity Organising Events in Sports andPhysical Activities You will also study the Level 2 GymInstructor qualification in yoursecond year.Progress toSuccessful completion of this coursewill provide you with a Coachingqualification alongside your Diploma,allowing you to go into the workplaceas a qualified coach. It will also supportyour progression to university levelprogrammes related to sport and fitness.11

Sport, Fitness and Personal Training (Extended) Diploma Level 3SPORT,FITNESS &PERSONALTRAININGStamford College Quick Guides30%Stamford College Quick GuidesSport, Fitness and Personal Training (Extended) Diploma Level 370%PRACTICAL VS THEORYDiploma Level 3Duration: 2 Years Full TimeIf you want to pursue a career in the health and fitness sector as apersonal trainer or fitness professional this is an excellent place to start.This course also meets entry requirements for those who would like toprogress to university as an exit route or even straight into employmentwithin the fitness and leisure industry.This qualification provides the knowledge and develops the skillsand application required for professional accreditation with theRegister of Exercise Professionals (REPs) and the Chartered Institute ofManagement for Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) Gym Instructorand Personal Trainer standards.Entry requirements4 GCSEs at grades 4/C or above, includingEnglish and maths.What does the programme includeStudents will go out into the workplace(local gyms, leisure centres etc.) and gainpractical experience alongside collegebased lessons in the gym as well as theclassroom.How the course will be assessedThis course is 100% coursework. Thiswill include practical observed sessions,written work, presentations and casestudies.12Course contentYou will study the following units: Personal Trainer Skills Development Careers in the Sport and ActiveLeisure Industry Health, Wellbeing and Sport Fitness Skills Development Self Employment in Sport andPhysical Activity Nutrition for Physical Performance Business and Technology in PersonalTraining Instructing exercise to music Sport injury managementProgress toThis course will provide you with aPersonal Training qualification alongsidethe Diploma, allowing you to go intothe workplace as a qualified PersonalTrainer or Gym Instructor. On successfulcompletion of this course, you canprogress to study the HND in Sport andExercise Science at University CentrePeterborough, or other sport degreesat University. You could also progress tocareers in Sports Coaching, PE Teaching,Sports Journalism or Sports Therapy.13