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Level 2 Sport Leadership (Full Year Course)

202SLE
Course Description Recommended Prior Learning

10 credits at NCEA Level 1 in PE/Sport Science, Sport Leadership, Action Outdoors, Lets Get Fit. 


This course follows the NCEA level 2 guidelines and is a link between the learning in Level 1 and future learning in Level 3. This course is for students who enjoy leading, coaching or managing sport, aiming to see improvements in others. The course is also good for students who are interested in personal training and out door education. 

Specific skills learned  

How to assess own performance against national standards in a range of physical activities

Take action to predict, prevent and manage risks in an outdoor challenging activity

Why is sport important? Why do different cultures like some sports more than others?

Develop leadership skills to lead and assist others. 


Course Overview

Semester 1
Students will evaluate leadership strategies that will contribute to the effectiveness of a group in a movement context. Explore and practice the roles and responsibilities of a coach at a beginners level and perform and measure the quality of a physical skill against a benchmark.

Semester 2
Students will analyse the application of risk management strategies in an challenging outdoor setting. Students will demonstrate knowledge of basic anatomy to the performance of a complex skill.

Learning Areas:

Physical Education


Assessment Policy & Procedures
Assessment Information

High participation level in practical sessions.
Meet the unit standard assessment criteria for each standard.
Relevant personal reflections.
Portfolio or written report for the Achievement standard.

Pathway

Level 3 Sports Leadership

Career Pathways

Diversional and Recreational Therapist, Actor, Acupuncturist, Personal Trainer/Exercise Professional, Air Force Aviator, 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, General Practitioner, 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


Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

PE gear for practical classes


Disclaimer

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