Course Description
This course comprises of 2 units:
Performance Skills - pupils must achieve a pass in 2 separate activities for all assessment standards.
NPA Sports Development:
1 - Sports - Activity and Participation Opportunities in the Community
2 - Sports - Investigate Activity Development Opportunties in an Organisation
Pupils will develop their knowledge and understanding of current practices and thinking philosophies of Sports Development and its impact on communities and sport in general. They will also develop their knowledge and understanding and skills in planning, implementing and evaluating aspects of Sports Development.
Recommended Entry Requirements
National 5 pass in Physical Education at grade B. Discussion with Principal Teacher
Achieved a National 5 pass in English at grade A or B.
Full participation in Senior Core PE and in agreement with the Principal Teacher.
Assessment
Performance – pupils will be internally assessed on their ability to perform in two activities in a challenging environment.
Investigative project which is internally assessed.
How will I learn?
Through practical activity, either individually or in groups
By self and peer evaluations
By using ICT to gather information on your performances and activity opportunities within the community.
How will I know I am progressing?
You can perform practically in a range of activities
You can identify your strengths and areas for development
You will regularly discuss your achievements and next steps with your teacher
How can I take this forward into S6?
Pupils can progress onto Higher PE; study HND Coaching and Delivering Sport; HND Fitness Health and Exercise; NC Sport and Fitness at NESCOL.
What are the possible career opportunities from this course?
PE Teacher, Sports Coach, Sports Science, Sports Development Officer. Physical Education can also contribute to health and wellbeing and a healthy lifestyle, and can provide access to a range of opportunities in the sport, leisure and fitness industries.