Cambridge Technical Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Exam Board: OCR Course leader: Mr Masters Course name: Cambridge Technical Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Contact: MAA@moseley.bham.sch.uk General Information This qualification is for learners 16 years old or over who want to study sport, leisure or fitness. This qualification is not just about being able to play sport; it will provide learners with the skills, knowledge and understanding to progress into Higher Education on a sport-related programme such as Sport and Physical Education, Sport Science, Sport Coaching and Development or Sport and Leisure Management. What does this qualification cover? Learners will take two mandatory units: • Body systems and the effects of physical activity • Sports coaching and leadership These units will give learners an understanding of sport within the wider contexts of coaching and leadership, anatomy and physiology and the body’s short and long term responses to physical activity. Learners will also develop transferable skills such as planning, communication, adaptability and leadership. Course Outline & Assessment Unit 1- Anatomy & Physiology- Examined unit Unit 2- Sports Coaching & Leadership- Practical & Coursework based Unit 3- Sports Organisation & Development- Practical & Coursework & Examined unit Unit 8- Organisation of a Sports Event- Practical & Coursework based Unit 18- Practical Skills in Sport and Physical Activity- Practical & Coursework based Course Content Unit 1- Anatomy & Physiology This unit will support you to develop an understanding of the major body systems related to exercise such as the skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular, respiratory and energy systems is a crucial step for anyone aspiring to work in the sports industry. This unit will enable learners to know the structure of each of these systems and understand the role and function they take on as the body starts to exercise. Unit 2- Sports Coaching & Leadership The purpose of this unit is to show learners how varied the role and responsibilities of a coach can be and how they can impact on an athlete’s performance and even their career. It will also show learners how a variety of methods and techniques need to be used by a coach in order to ensure that they are getting the best out of their athletes. Unit 3- Sports Organisation & Development This unit will also examine the various factors which either influence or hinder sports participation. Determinants such as ethnicity, gender and socio-economic groupings are also identified as barriers to sports participation. Unit 4- Organisation of a Sports Event The unit enables learners to practically apply theoretical knowledge in planning and delivering a sports event. Taught content and summative assessment develop team work and communication skills whilst highlighting the importance of effective planning and organisation. Learners will plan, run and evaluate an event of their own choosing within the constraints of time, budget and institute resources. Events can vary in scale from sports quizzes, coaching mornings and tournaments to larger scale fundraising events, competitions or inter-form competitions. The unit will help the leaner to understand the implications and considerations of running a sports event. Unit 18- Practical Skills in Sport and Physical Activity This unit gives you the opportunity to participate in a number of different sports and outdoor and adventurous activities which allows you to experience first-hand situations that participants you may later be coaching or leading will come across. In this unit you will learn how to apply skills, tactics, techniques and knowledge in individual sports, team sports and outdoor and adventurous activities which will allow you to participate effectively, safely and enjoyably. Careers and Higher Education Opportunities: Employment opportunities Educational Progression Sports coaching Foundation and Honours Degrees in: Sport and leisure industry Sports Development Professional sports Leisure Management Health and fitness Sports Science Coaching and training Sports Event Management Personal training/instructing How will I be assessed? Assessment is primarily by portfolio building but will include a mandatory examination unit and some practical assessments and presentations. There is a substantial amount of theory which is backed up by practical pathways. The practical assessment includes organising and delivering a sporting event. Extra-curricular enrichment opportunities Students are provided with extensive support from teachers, in order to complete their assessments. Students may be requested to complete additional work at home from time to time, however they are asked to use college time effectively. The Post 16 Library is available to enhance research and studying and electronic resources are available online. Regular support sessions will be available at lunchtimes, after school and break times throughout the course to help students with homework, projects and exam preparation. Enrichment Opportunities Unit 1-Anatomy & Physiology University trip- lab testing for some areas of A&P. Unit 2-Sports Coaching & Leadership Work with local Primary schools to help with the delivery of sessions (task 3). Careers in sport Visit University/Open Days to give an insight into the jobs available in sport. Unit 3-Sports Organisation and Development Visit the FA (Wembley or St Georges) to look at the functions of the FA as a Governing body. Unit 18-Practical skills in Sport and Physical Activity Visit Moseley rock climbing/Ackers/Edgbaston Reservoir-complete outdoor activities section Where can you get more information? http://www.ocr.org.uk