Introduction
Continue your path to coaching excellence and unleash further potential. Our SCQF level 8 course is your next step towards honing the essential skills and knowledge needed for a thriving career in sports coaching and development.
What awaits you?
Continue your journey from HNC to HND as we direct you to become empowered with the practical and theoretical expertise required to excel in your career and learning journey.
As you will already hold the HNC (15 credits) you will already be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme – this is a vital component and is an investment in the trust and security of the community you will be working with. An update may be required with an associated fee for you to pay.
Join us on this transformative journey and unlock your full potential in the world of coaching. Your future career will be within your grasp
Course code
DSCD
Location
Dumfries Campus
Duration
Attendance: Full Time 2 or 3 days per week, additional hours for work experience and attendance in the evening may be required.
Entry Requirements
HNC Coaching and Developing Sport qualification along with a positive learner reference.
PVG membership with a clear record.
Applicants whose first language is not English should have minimum ESOL Higher for HNC/D courses.
Applicants must declare any criminal convictions when applying. While each case is considered individually, some convictions may mean you are unable to undertake activities or work in this sector, and we may not be able to offer you a place. This is because you may be in settings with children and/or vulnerable adults. We want to ensure that every applicant can successfully complete the course and move into employment, so openness at the point of application is essential.
All students will undergo a PVG (criminal records check) to ensure you can progress within this industry and gain employment. If you are already ‘barred’ or ‘under consideration for listing’ we cannot legally offer you a place.
Information and Interview Session Requirements
Progressing students from Dumfries and Galloway College will not be required to attend an interview session, however, you will be required to pass the HNC (15 credits) with a positive learner reference.&#nbsp;
For external applicants who have completed HNC at another Scottish college, you will be expected to provide positive responses in your application relating to your course choice, your future career and your previous experience in sport and fitness coaching. This is your opportunity – make the most of it. You may be contacted by phone or offered an interview to clarify some of your responses.
Course Content
You will study:
- Fitness Conditioning in Sport
- Sports Mechanics
- Improving Coaching in Sport
- Coaching of Sports Performance Development
- Sports Development and Research
- Psychology of Sports Coaching
The course content is subject to change.
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Assessments
Assessment is ongoing throughout the year and includes practical assessments and project work.
Progression
On successful completion of the course, you can progress to university. Dependent on the university you may be able to gain entry to 1st, 2nd,&#nbsp;or 3rd&#nbsp;year of study.
Career Prospects
The HND Coaching and Developing Sport can offer you excellent career opportunities in the sports industry including careers in:
- Sport development
- Community sport coaching
- Coaching in professional sport
- Teaching
- Sports facilities management
Previous students on this course have moved on to:
- Further study at university
- Scholarships abroad
Additional funding information
You should apply to the Student Awards Agency for Scotland (SAAS). Please visit saas.gov.uk for further details.
Selling Points
You will be taught by sports coaching staff with significant industry experience and a proven record of accomplishment in bringing out the best in their students.