Cambridge OCR
Level 3
QN: 600/6144/3
Curriculum Active
Cambridge OCR Level 3 Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma in Sport
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Cambridge OCR. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 1500 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
Cambridge OCR
Syllabus Units
26 Units
Guided Hours
1500 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Analysis of Sports Performance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the performance profile of a sporting activity
- Be able to analyse sporting performance
- Be able to provide feedback to athletes regarding performance
- Understand the purpose and resources required for analysing different levels of sporting performance
2
Applied Sport and Exercise Physiology
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how temperature and altitude affect exercise and sports performance
- Know about the physical differences between people of different gender and race and their affect on exercise and sports performance
- Know the impact that the physiological effects of ageing have on exercise and sports performance
- Know the effects and implications of using ergogenic aids for exercise and sports performance
3
Assessing Risk in Sport
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the key factors that influence health and safety in sport
- Be able to carry out risk assessments
- Know how to maintain the safety of participants and colleagues in a sports environment
- Be able to plan a safe sporting activity
4
Current Issues in Sport
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how sport has developed in the UK
- Know how media and technology influence modern sport
- Know how contemporary issues affect sport
- Understand the cultural influences and barriers that affect participation in sports activities
5
Exercise for Specific Groups
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about the provision of exercise for specific groups
- Know the benefits of exercise for different specific groups
- Be able to prescribe exercise for specific groups
- Be able to plan, deliver and review an exercise session for a specific group
6
Fitness Testing for Sport and Exercise
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know a range of laboratory-based and field-based fitness tests
- Be able to use health screening techniques
- Be able to administer appropriate fitness tests
- Be able to interpret the results of fitness tests and provide feedback
7
Fitness Training and Programming
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know different methods of fitness training
- Be able to plan a fitness training session
- Be able to plan a fitness training programme
- Be able to monitor and review a fitness training programme
8
Instructing Physical Activity and Exercise
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the principles of safe and effective exercise sessions
- Be able to design an exercise programme
- Be able to plan and lead an exercise session
- Be able to review the design of an exercise programme and leading of an exercise session
9
Leadership in Sport
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the qualities, characteristics and roles of effective sports leaders
- Know the importance of psychological factors in leading sports activities
- Be able to plan a sports activity
- Be able to lead a sports activity
10
Organising Sports Events
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about different types of sports events
- Know about the roles and responsibilities of people involved in planning and delivering sports events
- Be able to plan and promote a sports event
- Be able to deliver a sports event
- Be able to review the planning and delivery of a sports event
11
Outdoor and Adventurous Activities
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about the organisation and provision of outdoor and adventurous activities
- Know the safety and environmental considerations associated with outdoor and adventurous activities
- Be able to participate in outdoor and adventurous activities
- Be able to review own performance in outdoor and adventurous activities
12
Practical Individual Sports
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the skills, techniques and tactics required in selected individual sports
- Know the rules and regulations of selected individual sports
- Be able to assess own performance in selected individual sports
- Be able to assess the performance of other individuals in selected individual sports
13
Practical Team Sports
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the skills, techniques and tactics required in selected team sports
- Know the rules and regulations of selected team sports
- Be able to assess own performance in selected team sports
- Be able to assess the performance of teams in selected team sports
14
Principles of Anatomy and Physiology in Sport
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the structure and function of the skeletal system
- Know the structure and function of the muscular system
- Know the structure and function of the cardiovascular system
- Know the structure and function of the respiratory system
- Know the different types of energy systems
15
Psychology for Sports Performance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the effect of personality and motivation on sports performance
- Know the relationship between stress, anxiety, arousal and sports performance
- Know the role of group dynamics in team sports
- Be able to plan a psychological skills training programme to enhance sports performance
16
Sport and Exercise Massage
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the effects and benefits of sport and exercise massage
- Know the roles of sport and exercise massage professionals
- Be able to identify the sport and exercise massage requirements of athletes
- Be able to perform and review sport and exercise massage techniques
17
Sport as a Business
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how businesses in sport are organised
- Know what makes a successful sports business
- Know the legal and financial influences on sport as a business
- Be able to use market research and marketing for a sports business
18
Sports Coaching
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the roles, responsibilities and skills of sports coaches
- Know the techniques used by coaches to improve the performance of athletes
- Be able to plan a sports coaching session
- Be able to deliver and review a sports coaching session
19
Sports Development
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know key concepts in sports development
- Know the key providers of sports development
- Understand how quality is measured in sports development
- Know about sports development in practice
20
Sports Injuries
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how common sports injuries can be prevented by the correct identification of risk factors
- Know about a range of sports injuries and their symptoms
- Know how to apply methods of treating sports injuries
- Be able to plan and construct treatment and rehabilitation programmes for two common sports injuries
21
Sports Nutrition
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the concepts of nutrition and digestion
- Know energy intake and expenditure in sports performance
- Know the relationship between hydration and sports performance
- Be able to plan a diet appropriate for a selected sports activity
22
Talent Identification and Development in Sport
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the key predictors of talent for performers in sport
- Be able to design a talent identification programme for a chosen sport
- Know key factors in talent development in sport
- Be able to design a talent development programme for a chosen sport
23
Technical and Tactical Skills in Sport
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the technical skills and tactics demanded by selected sports
- Be able to assess the technical and tactical ability of an elite sports performer
- Be able to assess their own technical and tactical ability
24
The Athlete’s Lifestyle
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how lifestyle can affect athletes
- Know the importance of appropriate behaviour for athletes
- Know how to communicate effectively with the media and significant others
- Be able to produce a career plan
25
The Physiology of Fitness
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the body’s response to acute exercise
- Know the long-term effects of exercise on the body systems
- Be able to investigate the physiological effects of exercise on the body systems
26
Work Experience in Sport
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about the opportunities for work-based experience in sport
- Be able to prepare for a work-based experience in sport
- Be able to undertake a work-based experience in sport
- Be able to review a work-based experience in sport
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 600/6144/3
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Cambridge OCR
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2012