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Athlete Development Program (ADP)
Subject Length: 2 semesters
Subject Fee: $1350 (Cost subject to change)
ADP provides a program dedicated to improving educational and sporting outcomes for students.
The program provides an opportunity for student-athletes to pursue their passion in a holistic academic and sport-based partnership.
The foundations are underpinned by the individualisation and specialist nature of this program. All staff have specialised and extensive skills & experiences to facilitate this program.
At a physical level, the program aims to provide student-athletes with long-term athletic development training within a secondary college environment. To complement this physical preparation, the program provides high level technical coaching in a variety of sports.
Emphasis is placed on integrating students’ passions, academic progress, behavioural expectations and effort requirements. These are the cornerstone of the ADP program.
What is studied?
Within this subject student learning is based upon the following key knowledge and concepts:
Personalised training program, strength and conditioning
Technical skills development
Personal development
Sports medicine support
Victorian F – 10 Health and PE curriculum
What type of work is done?
Within this subject student learning is developed and assessed through:
Continued Development of ‘Talent’, specific movement towards ‘Mastery’
Goal Setting & Individual Athlete Performance Plans
Training Sessions specifically linked to Squad/Sport
Individualisation of programming specific to Squad/Sport Movements (Primarily Prehabilitation)
Consistent consultation between external coaches and ADP staff
Continuation of Sport Performance Psychology
Exploration of Sports Science and Training Concepts related to training and performance (Inquiry)
Additional Information
The Athlete Development Program is a SELECT ENTRY course. Entry into the subject is undertaken via a separate ADP application. Contact the ADP Manager for further information. Students wishing to be part of the ADP program, who are not continuing from the previous year, should contact the ADP Manager to discuss potential entry into the program. www.adp.vic.edu.au
Future Pathways: VCE PE
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