Level 3 Sports Leadership
Course Description
This course follows the NCEA Level 3 guidelines. This course follows on from the learning in Levels 1 and 2. This is not a university-approved subject. This course will prepare students to take further study at MIT, UNITEC, AUT or NZIS, in the fields of Personal Trainer, Coaching, Leadership programs, Events Manager, Sports Coordinator, PE teacher, Outdoor Instructor, Physiotherapist, Strength & Conditioning Coach, Chiropractor, Occupational Therapist. Careers in the services would also be helped by taking this course.
Specific skills learned
Goal setting, effective communication, leadership growth, interpersonal skills, analysing data, problem solving, Managing self & others, critical reflection.
How to successfully plan, implement & evaluate a coaching session for beginners, what does a plan need to have.
Get feedback on your performance as a coach from your peers, what do you do well, what do you need to improve?
Compare your performance to national standards in a variety of sports.
Learn how to assess, give treatment, and manage sport injuries in a range of sporting injuries.
Select appropriate weight training exercises to improve muscle groups. Demonstrate the correct technique when doing these exercises and explore a range of stretch techniques to improve movement.
Course Overview
Semester 1
Set personal goals to develop confidence to lead a group, plan and implement a coaching session for beginners. Participate in a range of individual or team activities and measure your performnce against a national standard.
Semester 2
Explore and experience a range of exercise techniques, cardiovascular, strength, power,flexibility, learn about muscle groups and movements to improve physically and practice good stretch techinques. Sport injuries involve the assessment, treatment and management of a variety of injuries sustained in a physical activity.
Recommended Prior Learning
10 credits from Sport Leadership Level 2 would be beneficial or a keen attitude to be involved in indoor & outdoor activities.
Assessment Information
High participation level in practical sessions.Meet the unit standard assessment criteria for each standard.
Relevant personal reflections.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Demonstrate knowledge of injuries, injury prevention and risks and hazards associated with sport or recreation
NZQA Info
Conduct and review a beginner level coaching session
NZQA Info
Plan beginner-level coaching sessions for sport participants
NZQA Info
Demonstrate exercise and stretching techniques
NZQA Info
Physical Education 3.4 - Demonstrate quality performance of a physical activity in an applied setting
Pathway Tags
General Practitioner, Osteopath, Chiropractor, Security Officer, Sports Official, Pool Lifeguard, Ski Field Patroller, Fire-fighter, Fitness Instructor, Outdoor Recreation Instructor, Recreation Co-ordinator, Ski/Snowboard Instructor, Stunt person, Professional Sports Coach Professional Sportsperson, Nurse, Physiotherapist, Acupuncturist, Massage Therapist, Speech-Language Therapist, Dietician, First Aid Instructor, Social Worker, Teacher, Police Officer, Community Worker, Beautician, Diversional Therapist, Actor, Acupuncturist, Personal Trainer/Fitness Instructor, Air Force Airman/Airwoman, Air Force Officer, Aircraft Loader, Zookeeper, Police Officer, Army Officer, Army Soldier, Building and Construction Labourer, Outdoor Recreation Guide/Instructor, Podiatrist, Chiropractor, Psychologist, Diver, Sports Coach/Official, Firefighter, Ranger, Professional Sportsperson, Security Officer/Guard, Massage Therapist, Model, Navy Sailor, Navy Officer, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Recreation Co-ordinator, Roading Construction Worker, Roofer, Secondary School Teacher, Television Presenter,
Disclaimer
Any information, costs or standards may change.