Qualification type: Extended Certificate in Sport

The sport and active leisure sector in the UK continues to grow as more people recognise the importance of a healthy lifestyle. This course provides an introduction to that sector and will enable you to build a career in sport within one of its occupational areas. Topics covered during the course include the principles of anatomy and physiology in sport, fitness training and programming, professional development in the sports Industry, fitness testing etc.

Progression routes: Teaching and instructing, sports development, exercise and fitness and many other careers within the sports and leisure industries.ting.