Pearson
Level 5
QN: 603/2309/7
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Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Sport
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Pearson. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 2700 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 5
Awarding Body
Pearson
Syllabus Units
44 Units
Guided Hours
2700 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Activity Leadership
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explore the knowledge and understanding of fundamental leadership theories perspectives and the organisations responsible for creating and supporting activity leaders.2.
- Investigate the importance of psychological factors and a principled and ethical approach to activity leadership.3.
- Plan and deliver a series of safe, purposeful and effective physical activity sessions appropriate to the needs of a specified target group applying leadership skills.4. Observe peer delivery and provide developmental feedback to support action plans to improve leadership and career potential.
2
Advanced Coaching
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Investigate the needs of a high-performance athlete or squad in their chosen sport.2.
- Develop a macro-cycle training programme and associated meso-cycle medium term units, for an athlete or squad in their chosen sport considering appropriate sports science and technological support.3.
- Create a detailed micro-cycle for an athlete or squad in their chosen sport.4. Deliver a series of coaching sessions to address the aims of a micro-cycle plan targeting the needs of the chosen athlete or squad.
3
Advanced Nutrition
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explore the nutritional elements that help to sustain and maintain physiological homeostasis
- Investigate the pathophysiological processes associated with disease.3.
- Examine the microbiome and associated terms relating to gut health
- Investigate the area of nutrigenomics and discuss why this may affect the future of diet prescription
4
Adventure Programming
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Investigate the underpinning philosophy of adventure programming
- Analyse the ethical issues related to adventure programming
- Explore the factors involved when planning to deliver different types of adventure programmes
- Deliver a safe, effective and challenging adventure programme.
5
Adventure Therapy Facilitation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Consider the provision of adventure therapy and associated theories.2.
- Discuss the most common outcomes and therapeutic benefits of an outdoor therapy program and how to achieve them.3.
- Develop constructive adventure sessions in consultation with key organisations with emphasis on quality and benefits to participants.4.
- Demonstrate effective debriefing methods to participants and key workers/liaison officers
6
Adventure Tourism
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Define the nature(s) of adventure tourism and the relationships formed within the sector.2.
- Analyse the adventure tourism experience, discussing emergence of trends and developments including the characteristics that apply to a participant in this industry.3.
- Investigate the impacts that adventure tourism has on its destinations, including environmental, social-cultural, economic and political impacts.4.
- Prepare and present a reasoned proposal for an adventure tourism product/concept towards developing a successful and sustainable approach in the industry
7
Anatomy & Physiology
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the key structures of the skeletal system
- Describe the structure and function of muscles
- Explore the structure and function of the cardiovascular system
- Discuss the structure and function of the respiratory system.
8
Biomechanics
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Describe biomechanical principles in sporting contexts
- Develop biomechanical techniques to record sport performances
- Carry out notational analysis of performance
- Explore sport performances against biomechanical models
9
Coaching Practice & Skill Development
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the key principles of coaching practice and the environmental factors that impact on skill development.2. Compare coaching practice requirements to enhance athlete performance for a range of participants.3.
- Investigate the coaching, teaching and learning styles that are used to develop a range of participants within an effective learning environment.4.
- Evaluate delivered coaching sessions that demonstrate appropriate skill development for a range of participants
10
Coaching Special Populations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Discuss special populations within sport and physical activity
- Investigate planning requirements, barriers and considerations when coaching special populations
- Review sports coaching programmes for special populations
- Produce a sports coaching session for a special population
11
Entrepreneurism in Sport
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explore the key characteristics and skills of entrepreneurs
- Examine the factors that have contributed to the growth and development of entrepreneurships
- Investigate the development of a business idea suitable for the sports industry
- Produce a business start-up plan, suitable for a new entrepreneurship within the sports industry.
12
Environmental Issues & Ethics
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Describe the origins of the environmental movement and the impact of outdoor activities on the environment
- Investigate the importance of the outdoor environment and whether outdoor activities can operate alongside conservation or preservation
- Undertake an environmental sustainability project that addresses the impact of outdoor activities on the natural environment
- Examine the effectiveness of environmental policies and guidance in achieving sustainable use of the countryside for outdoor activities
13
Event Management
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explore the growth and development of events and the event industry
- Examine the importance of crowd management in the successful management of sports events
- Plan, stage and manage a sports event
- Review the planning and implementation of a sports event
14
Exercise Physiology
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Communicate the physiological basis of exercise
- Discuss the acute changes and chronic adaptions as a result of aerobic and anaerobic exercise
- Investigate factors that can impact upon acute and chronic adaptations to exercise and training
- Examine the physiological demands of specific sport and exercise activities
15
Expedition Leadership
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Investigate significant historical or contemporary expeditions
- Describe the challenges to overcome when undertaking expeditions
- Outline the costs, benefits and impacts of expeditions
- Plan and undertake a multi-day expedition, demonstrating appropriate leadership, decision making and risk assessment skills
16
Experiential Learning
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Give an overview of the history and underpinning philosophies of Experiential Learning
- Investigate the benefits and possible outcomes of individual or group participation in “Experiential Learning” based experiences
- Compare learning styles and appropriate leadership strategies for the facilitation of meaningful and positive outdoor experiences
- Demonstrate basic facilitation techniques, with a view of promoting change and learning opportunities, to a group within an outdoor context
17
Inclusive Sport
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Investigate the potential barriers individuals may face when participating in physical activity and sport
- Demonstrate knowledge of methods of inclusion which allow all to participate in physical activity and sport
- Conduct activities designed to allow all to participate
- Assess the suitability of physical activity and sport programmes designed to increase participation.
18
Leisure Management & Leadership
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Review the principles of managing organisations and people within a range of contexts
- Develop knowledge of leadership styles and how they are used within organisations
- Investigate how facilities and organisations function effectively
- Apply knowledge of management theory in practical contexts.
19
Managing a Sport Programme
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Assess the objectives, partnerships and funding of sports development programmes
- Analyse contemporary issues and barriers for sports development programmes
- Conduct a six week community sports development programme
- Review the six week community sports development programme
20
Nutrition
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the main components of nutrition for optimal health and sports performance.2.
- Explain the main components of the digestive system and the factors that affect optimal function.3.
- Investigate the connection between food consumption and disease.4.
- Explore a range of specific diets, with particular focus on their dietary principles.
21
Operation Management & Leadership
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explore basic procedures and techniques used in the management of the leisure industry
- Discuss financial frameworks used within the leisure sector
- Describe the initiative planning process
- Apply leadership and management practices in individual and group projects
22
Outdoor Activities
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Investigate the qualities and uses of different materials and equipment used in outdoor activities.2.
- Identify the recommended safety precautions and emergency procedures associated with outdoor activities.3.
- Develop a “minimum impact” approach while partaking in outdoor activities.4.
- Carry out outdoor activities safely and independently
23
Outdoor Facility Management
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Discuss the roles of the manager within an outdoor facility.2.
- Evaluate a range of management styles and their effectiveness in a variety of circumstances.3.
- Explore the organisational considerations for successful programming in an outdoor facility.4.
- Demonstrate managerial skills of a safe and positive programme within an outdoor facility context.
24
Outdoor Leadership
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify leadership roles and responsibilities in relation to working with groups in the outdoors
- Compare leadership styles adopted for the facilitation of outdoor activities to diverse groups and scenarios
- Develop fundamental leadership competencies and soft skills for the safe and professional facilitation of meaningful outdoor experiences
- Facilitate safe and engaging outdoor activity sessions for a group
25
Outdoor Learning
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Describe the origin and purpose of outdoor learning
- Explain the current structure of the outdoor sector
- Describe the benefits and impact of outdoor learning to individuals and society
- Create a profile of an existing organisation responsible for leadership or governance in outdoor learning.
26
Performance Analysis
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Evaluate the methods used to analyse sports performance.2.
- Create a performance profiling system to indicate the key requirements of a selected sport.3.
- Analyse the sports performance of individuals.4.
- Carry out a post event analysis to provide feedback to aid the development of sports performance.
27
Personal & Professional Development
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explore the skill and experience requirements of careers within the sports industry
- Discuss own personal and professional skills
- Produce a personal and professional development plan
- Carry out a personal and professional development plan
28
Physical Activity, Lifestyle & Health
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Examine the role of physical activity in the maintenance of a healthy lifestyle
- Investigate the impact of lifestyle factors and physical inactivity on health and well-being
- Plan lifestyle enhancement programmes for selected individuals
- Review lifestyle enhancement programmes for selected individuals.
29
Physical Literacy
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Analyse the constituent components that underpin the definition of physical literacy.2.
- Plan an effective coaching session, underpinned by relevant theoretical frameworks, aimed at developing physical literacy characteristics in a specific population.3. Deliver an effective practical coaching session addressing the physical literacy needs of a specific population.4.
- Discuss how the implementation of Physical Literacy could influence models of athlete development and physical education programs
30
Research Project
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Examine appropriate research methodologies and approaches as part of the research process.2. Conduct and analyse research relevant to a Sports research project.3.
- Communicate the outcomes of a research project to identified stakeholders.4.
- Reflect on the application of research methodologies and concepts.
31
Residential Activity Management
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Investigate the key concepts of good practice in an outdoor residential centre
- Plan a residential program experience for a selected cohort applying the principles of good practice.3. Facilitate the delivery of a residential learning experience for a selected cohort.4.
- Analyse the evidence for residential outdoor learning and critically evaluate its impacts
32
Risk & Safety Management in the Outdoors
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Investigate theories, current policies and legislations in relation to promoting proactive safety procedures in adventurous activities
- Develop risk assessments, safety statements and standard operating procedures for operating in the outdoors
- Demonstrate effective application of safety procedures in changing situations while participating or delivering outdoor activities
- Discuss the concept of a “standard of care” that is reasonable and prudent.
33
Small Craft Navigation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate the principles involved in small boat navigation in estuaries or familiar coastal waters
- Develop small boat handling skills in a variety of weather conditions both as crew and helm
- Identify the seamanship implications of day sailing involving short passages
- Produce a pilot plan for a “daylight hours” sailing journey in familiar waters
34
Sport Marketing
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explore the role of marketing within a sports organisation
- Investigate the core principles of the marketing mix
- Explain the role of digital marketing within the sports industry
- Create a marketing communications campaign for a sports organisation
35
Sport-specific Nutrition
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Discuss nutritional theories in sport and exercise.2.
- Investigate current nutritional research for a range of sports or events.3. Deliver a nutritional programme for a specific athlete.4.
- Review a nutritional programme for a specific athlete.
36
Sport, Health & Society
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Discuss the relationship between sport, health and society
- Investigate the impact society has on sport participation and health
- Assess the role sport participation can play in addressing social issues
- Produce sport strategies to address social issues.
37
Teaching Practice
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explore a range of techniques for teaching physical education
- Plan a sequence of lessons for an area of physical education
- Undertake a sequence of lessons in an educational setting
- Examine the effectiveness of chosen teaching approaches
38
Technology in Sport
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Interpret the influence technological developments have had on sport and exercise performance
- Investigate technologies that support participants in performance and the ethical implications of use
- Review the factors that affect technology use in a practical setting
- Demonstrate the effective use of technology in a practical setting
39
The Sport Landscape
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify key policy stages and priority shifts in sport development
- Examine the structure, partnerships and funding of current sport policy
- Illustrate the significance of sport as a political, social and cultural tool
- Review mass participation and elite sport models, strategies and/or policies
40
Understanding & Evaluating Initiatives
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Investigate different types of initiatives within the sport industry
- Explore contemporary issues and key factors when creating sport initiatives
- Discuss monitoring and evaluating techniques for sport initiatives
- Plan a sport initiative in your locality
41
Work Experience
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Investigate different work experience opportunities within the sport industry
- Develop a work experience placement
- Undertake work experience placement
- Evaluate the work experience placement
42
Work Exposure
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Outline the structure of organisations within the sports industry
- Examine employability skills relevant to the sports industry
- Observe employability skills in action through work exposure
- Review the use of employability skills through work exposure
43
Working with Young People
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Investigate the value of participation in outdoor activities for young people in terms of recreation, education, and personal development
- Identify areas of good practice while working with children and vulnerable adults
- Explore the elements that go to produce a successful outdoor activity session
- Deliver adventure games or activity sessions to a group of young people
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/2309/7
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Pearson
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2018
- Operational End
- Aug 2027